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LeBron James Backs Jaylen Brown in MVP Talk After Celtics Top Lakers

Jaylen Brown powered Boston past Los Angeles on Sunday, then drew praise from the opposing side of the rivalry. LeBron James endorsed Brown’s place in the MVP conversation following the Celtics’ win.

Elena Kowalski
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Jaylen Brown delivered a standout performance in the Celtics’ win over the Lakers on Sunday, and the impact of his night resonated beyond Boston’s locker room.

After Brown helped fuel the victory in one of the NBA’s most storied rivalries, Lakers star LeBron James offered a notable postgame endorsement, voicing support for Brown to be included in the league’s MVP conversation.

The comment added another layer to a high-profile matchup, with Brown’s play serving as a central storyline as the Celtics came away with the win.

Originally reported by Espn