Marcus Smart blames media for ongoing Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown drama

Former Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart stated that media narratives are largely to blame for the rift between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Speaking to The Athletic ahead of an upcoming matchup between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers, Smart noted that outside coverage negatively impacted the relationship between his former teammates.

Smart explained that media speculation created wedges, heroes, and villains that damaged their connection. The comments come as Tatum and Brown prepare to face each other for the first time since a reported July trade separated the duo.