Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum posted an emotional message on July 4, 2026, responding to teammate Jaylen Brown’s sudden exit from the franchise.
The brief but heartfelt note expressed Tatum’s appreciation for Brown and acknowledged the impact of the guard’s departure on the team. The two All-Stars had formed Boston’s core since being drafted three years apart and were widely seen as central to the club’s recent postseason runs.
Brown’s move away from Boston—described as a “shock” in league circles—was confirmed earlier the same day. Details of the transaction were not immediately disclosed.
Tatum, 28, and Brown, 29, reached the NBA Finals together in 2022 and made multiple Eastern Conference finals appearances during their seven-season partnership. Tatum’s public reaction is the first comment from any Celtics player since news of Brown’s departure broke.
The Celtics have not yet issued an official statement.
Source: New York Post
