Stephen A Smith defends Jaylen Brown amid trade value criticism
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 7:01 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
On June 27, Stephen A Smith expressed strong disagreement with the assessment of Jaylen Brown's trade value. Citing comments from analyst Bobby Marks, who rated Brown as the seventh-best player on a team, Smith called this evaluation 'utterly ridiculous.' He emphasized Brown's skills, asserting that the Celtics player may be the best two-way player in the NBA. The debate highlights differing opinions on Brown's market value and his standing among the league's top players. As the offseason progresses, discussions around player valuations and potential trades are likely to continue.
- •Stephen A Smith criticized Bobby Marks' assessment of Jaylen Brown's trade value.
- •Marks ranked Brown as the seventh-best player on an NBA team.
- •Smith defended Brown, calling him potentially the best two-way player.
- •Debate reflects differing views on player value ahead of the offseason.
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