Paul George Says Celtics Fans Have Right to Be Frustrated with Jaylen Brown Fan
Boston Celtics add Paul George, who reports he is healthy, to serve as a complementary star alongside Jayson Tatum in a high-stakes trade.
- On Tuesday, the Boston Celtics introduced Paul George at a press conference, marking his arrival following a July trade that sent 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia.
- Fans previously expressed disappointment over the July trade that sent Brown to Philadelphia, as the franchise opted to bring in the 36-year-old George to pair with Jayson Tatum.
- Addressing his role alongside Jayson Tatum, George described himself as a "co-partner" rather than a centerpiece, reiterating he is in a "great" place physically after recent injury struggles.
- George acknowledged the emotional weight of replacing Brown, stating, "I understand how huge JB was not only for the organization, but here in the city," and said he does not take frustration personally.
- President of basketball operations Brad Stevens added veterans Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley to the roster, aiming to support Tatum and maintain contention following their 2024 championship.
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Independent EspañolPaul George presents himself in Boston ready to assume his role after the handover that he left out a key figure.He arrives with high expectations.With Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley Jr., George seeks to strengthen the team alongside Tatum, overcoming his past injuries and aspiring to victory.
Former Sixer Paul George says Celtics fans’ response to Jaylen Brown trade was ‘fair’
Boston fans didn't hide their feelings after the July trade sent George and draft picks to Boston for Brown. But George, who's preparing for his first season in Boston "feels great," health-wise.
Paul George Says He’s Joining Celtics Healthy After String of Injuries
BOSTON — When Paul George addressed how the 76ers stunned the Celtics behind 1-3 in their first round series in April, which set in motion the even more surprising Jaylen Brown trade that brought George to Boston, he turned to see a stone-faced Joe Mazzulla to his right. “It was that time I had off,” George said. “It was almost like a [...]
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