Marcus Smart Says Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown Don't Want to Pass After Celtics Epic Collapse
The Boston Celtics suffered an epic collapse at the hands of the Chicago Bulls on Monday night, surrendering a 19-point second half lead on their way to a 14 point loss. After the game Marcus Smart spoke frankly about the decision making of star teammates Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown saying, "They don't want to pass the ball."
"That's something that they're going to learn. They're still learning. We're proud of the progress they're making, but they're going to have to make another step and find ways to not only create for themselves but create for others on this team to open up the court for them ...
— Chris Grenham (@chrisgrenham) November 2, 2021
Smart went on to say they're still learning, but Tatum is in year five and Brown is in year six.
"to help our team."
— Chris Grenham (@chrisgrenham) November 2, 2021
Brown was just 0-for-2 in the 4th quarter as Boston managed 11 points. Meanwhile, Tatum went 1-for-7 in the fourth to cap an 8-for-22 night from the field.
.@KendrickPerkins and @ChrisForsberg_ debate Smart’s comments on Celtics offense ? pic.twitter.com/dcUJNp3BBh
— Celtics on NBC Sports Boston (@NBCSCeltics) November 2, 2021
With the loss the Celtics drop to 2-5 on the season. However, they did lose to the now 6-1 Bulls so maybe this won't turn out to be that bad of a loss! See, there's always a bright side. Even when one of your team leaders is saying your other team leaders don't want to pass the ball.