The Boston Celtics have reportedly shut down all trade discussions involving Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Derrick White, signaling their intent to maintain the core of their franchise despite a disappointing playoff exit and looming injury concerns.

Afterward, Brown shared his feelings over the Celtics' season coming to an end in the second round. "...Things didn't go our way this year and it's unfortunate," Brown said. "But we hold our head ...

The Celtics star battled knee issues from the NBA All-Star break on, with Boston listing him on its injury report with a right knee posterior impingement and bone bruise. He missed eight of the final 16 regular-season games and admitted he was playing through pain when he did suit up.

He returned in the second quarter and continued to get roughed up throughout the game, constantly hitting the floor on drives to the basket.

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