Tracy McGrady discusses Jaylen Brown's past frustration with Celtics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 8:37 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Tracy McGrady shared insights about Jaylen Brown during a recent podcast. He recalled a time when Brown expressed frustration about the Boston Celtics and considering changes to the roster. McGrady encouraged Brown to remain with Jayson Tatum, citing the potential for a championship. This conversation took place several years before the Celtics won their title. McGrady pointed out that he observed the pair's chemistry on the court, which was not apparent to Brown at the time.
- •Tracy McGrady discussed Jaylen Brown's frustrations with the Celtics.
- •Brown considered changes to the roster before the team won a championship.
- •McGrady advised Brown to stay with Jayson Tatum for championship potential.
- •The conversation occurred years prior to the Celtics' championship victory.
- •Brown's chemistry with Tatum was not clear to him at the time.
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