Tracy McGrady defends Jaylen Brown amid MVP voting criticism
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 8:47 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady has publicly supported Philadelphia 76ers star Jaylen Brown after he received limited votes in the MVP race, finishing sixth despite a strong season averaging 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 5.1 assists. Brown led the Boston Celtics to a 56-26 record, filling the gap left by an injured Jayson Tatum. McGrady criticized the MVP voters for not recognizing Brown's achievements, highlighting the significance of his performance under challenging circumstances. As Brown transitions to the 76ers, he aims to help the team achieve greater success in the Eastern Conference.
- •Jaylen Brown averaged 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds this season.
- •Brown finished sixth in the MVP voting won by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
- •Tracy McGrady criticized the MVP voters for diminishing Brown's contributions.
- •Brown moves to the Philadelphia 76ers after his season with the Celtics.
- •He aims to help the 76ers advance in the Eastern Conference.
- 8:47 PMYahoo Sports — Hall of Famer defends Sixers star Jaylen Brown from MVP voters
"Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady defends Philadelphia 76ers star Jaylen Brown from 2026 MVP voters.
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