Donovan Mitchell defends Jaylen Brown amid trade rumors and criticism

Donovan Mitchell recently criticized Colin Cowherd's remarks regarding Jaylen Brown's trade from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers, where Cowherd suggested Brown has a "disease" of trying to be the smartest in the room. Mitchell took to social media to defend Brown, calling the comment insane. Brown himself expressed frustration with anonymous sources conducting character attacks. Former Celtics player Isaiah Thomas also supported Brown, urging critics to refrain from speaking about his character. As Brown processes the trade, he has expressed gratitude to Boston for his time with the team.

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