Joe Mazzulla reflects on Jaylen Brown's impact on Celtics coaching
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 11:13 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla expressed his sadness over Jaylen Brown's trade to the Sixers during a recent interview. He emphasized the significance of Brown not only as a player but also as a person who contributed greatly to the team and the community. Mazzulla noted that the loss would prompt a grieving process but acknowledged that the trade allows the team to gain valuable players and experience. He credited Brown's competitiveness for making him a better coach, stating that coaching someone who held others accountable elevated his standards.
- •Joe Mazzulla mourns the loss of Jaylen Brown to the Sixers.
- •Mazzulla believes Brown improved his coaching abilities.
- •The trade was made to gain three new players.
- •Mazzulla highlights the importance of Brown's competitiveness.
- •Celtics emphasize both loss and potential gains from the trade.
- 11:13 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Mazzulla grieves Jaylen Brown trade, believes Celtics star made him a better coach
""The biggest thing was just his competitiveness,” Mazzulla shared. “He wasn’t afraid to push you."
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