Jaylen Brown indicates he won't play for USA Basketball team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 1:42 PM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
Jaylen Brown stated he does not expect to be invited to the USA Basketball team anytime soon. The Boston Celtics star mentioned he believes there are other reasons affecting his potential participation. Brown emphasized his experience playing alongside top talents in the NBA, with Jayson Tatum and also in discussions regarding the Philadelphia 76ers. There's no indication from Brown or the team of a specific reason for his decision.
- •Jaylen Brown discusses potential participation with USA Basketball.
- •Brown feels other factors will prevent his inclusion.
- •He has played alongside top NBA superstars like Jayson Tatum and LeBron James.
- •No specific reasons outlined for his expected absence.
- 1:42 PMYahoo Sports — Jaylen Brown: 'I don't think I'll be able to play for the USA team'
"Jaylen Brown: 'I don't think I'll be able to play for the USA team'
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