Former NBA star and current USA Basketball Managing Director Grant Hill has indicated that Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown is still in consideration for the 2028 Olympic team. Hill’s statement comes amid recent tensions between the two, sparked by Brown’s public criticism of his exclusion from the 2024 Paris Olympics roster.
The buzz began with a tweet from @TheDunkCentral, stating,
“Grant Hill says he’d consider Jaylen Brown for the 2028 Olympic Team.”
Grant Hill says he’d consider Jaylen Brown for the 2028 Olympic Team 👀
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— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) August 8, 2024
This simple yet impactful message has set the stage for a deeper conversation about Brown’s capabilities and his journey in the NBA.
Jaylen Brown’s Stellar Performance
Jaylen Brown, a key player for the Boston Celtics, has consistently demonstrated his prowess on the court. His performance in the 2023-24 NBA season was nothing short of spectacular, earning him the NBA Finals MVP and leading the Celtics to an NBA championship. Despite these achievements, Brown was notably absent from the Team USA roster for the 2024 Paris Olympics, a decision that raised many eyebrows.
Grant Hill’s Perspective
Grant Hill, a Basketball Hall of Famer and the current managing director of Team USA men’s basketball, addressed the situation in an interview on “All The Smoke’s Open Run” with Rachel Nichols. Hill emphasized that his role requires him to remain objective and focused on building the best possible team. He acknowledged the criticisms and controversies surrounding the roster decisions but maintained that his goal is to win.
Hill stated, “I’m confident he and I will sit down at some point and talk about it and get to some level of understanding. Look, he’ll be a candidate if he wants in ’28… One thing I’ve learned. You can’t take anything personal in this role. And so, I haven’t personalized anything. My goal, my objective is to win.”
