Jaylen Brown CALLS OUT Refs, Joel Embiid Flopping | Did He MISS the Mark?

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🗓️ 5 May 2026

⏱️ 38 minutes

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Summary

Boston Celtics face fresh controversy as Jaylen Brown ignites debate by accusing referees of bias and calling out Joel Embiid for flopping. Is Brown fueling unnecessary conspiracy theories or rightfully defending his game? John Karalis of Celtics On SI and guest Tom Westerholm tackle the heated post-season reactions, question Brown’s reluctance to adjust during critical playoff moments, and weigh the impact of his public criticism on the team’s reputation. Key topics include the Celtics’ struggles with officiating, the aftermath of a tough playoff exit, and whether Brown’s comments hint at deeper frustrations with Joe Mazzulla’s game plan. The episode spotlights issues like offensive foul calls, the team’s ISO-heavy offense, and the psychological drive behind elite NBA players seeking motivation. Can the Celtics harness this fire for future success, or will internal finger-pointing set them back next season?

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0:00.0	Jaylon Brown calling out the refs talking about conspiracies, calling out
0:04.4	Joellen Bede for flopping.
0:06.7	And was he calling out Joe Missoula, too?
0:09.2	We're going to talk about it now on a bonus, bonus locked on Celtics podcast here.
0:14.4	Make sure you're subscribed to get the show daily and get these bonus podcasts.
0:18.7	I'm John Corrales.
0:20.5	We cover the Celtics for Sports Illustrated Celtics on S.I.
0:23.7	I've been covering the team for about 20 years doing this podcast for 10.
0:28.4	And today, bonus podcast all about Jalen Brown.
0:33.5	And we're talking with Tom Westerholm.
0:36.1	Bonus applause. Tom Weston. That's bonus applause.
0:38.3	Tom Westholm.
0:39.5	You're there.
0:41.2	Tom, where do we start with Jalen?
0:45.0	Because he went on his live stream and he was like, you know what?
0:50.0	Season's over.
0:51.5	Handcuffs are off.
0:53.1	Let's start, let's start leaning into the refs.
0:56.7	I think I want to start with the refs stuff, I guess.
0:59.6	Yeah.
1:03.1	I understand what he's saying about, like, the push off.
1:05.6	I've been doing it all year.
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