Boston Celtics President Brad Stevens Responds to Team Sale News

Brad Stevens, President of Basketball Operations for the Boston Celtics, has shared his thoughts on the team's impending sale by majority owner Wyc Grousbeck. Stevens expressed gratitude towards the Grousbeck family and highlighted the team's focus on current operations and future success amidst the ownership transition. Additionally, Stevens addressed the exclusion of Jaylen Brown from Team USA, emphasizing Brown's motivation and dedication regardless of accolades. Despite the ownership change, Stevens remains committed to steering the Celtics towards continued success and managing a potentially challenging financial landscape with a high payroll. The sale of the Celtics is expected to occur in two parts, with complexities in financial implications for the new owners.