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Jaylen Brown explains apparent snub of Jayson Tatum: 'I wasn't paying attention'

Jaylen Brown explains apparent snub of Jayson Tatum: 'I wasn't paying attention'
World Sports · 22:53:21 - Sunday, 15 November 2026

Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown addressed an apparent snub of teammate Jayson Tatum following a game on November 10 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Brown, who was photographed guarding Tatum during the contest, told reporters afterward that he "wasn't paying attention" when the perceived slight occurred.

The incident drew attention after cameras captured what appeared to be Brown ignoring Tatum during a postgame moment. Brown's explanation suggested the interaction was unintentional rather than a deliberate slight against his longtime Celtics teammate.

The game at the 76ers' home arena marked another chapter in the Celtics' season, with both All-Star forwards featuring prominently in Boston's lineup.

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