Jayson Tatum criticized officiating after the Boston Celtics’ 125-116 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night, calling the refs “trigger happy” after teammate Jaylen Brown was ejected early in the game.

Brown was ejected after receiving two technical fouls during the contest, limiting the Celtics star to just 15 minutes of action. Tatum, who recently returned from an Achilles tear last spring, addressed the situation after the game.

“I disagree with that. You know, the NBA makes a big deal about prime time games and stars playing and being available… He was definitely pushed and maybe the first tech was necessary, the emotions were too high.”

Tatum continued to raise questions over the timing of his ejection during the nationally televised matchup.

“National TV game, the two best teams in the league and you make a big deal about the stars playing and you’re happy to take someone out of the game. I disagree with that.”

Brown’s frustration began after a sequence in which he believed he was fouled out of bounds by Spurs guard Stephen Cassel. After the game, Brown confronted crew chief Tyler Ford by pointing at him, causing the first technical foul.

“National TV game, the two best teams in the league and you make a big deal about the stars playing and you’re happy to take someone out of the game. I disagree with that.”

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The Celtics guard remained visibly upset and argued with officials as teammates attempted to calm him down. Umpire Suyyash Mehta later assessed a second technical foul, resulting in Brown being sent off.

Officials explain Jaylen Brown’s removal because Jayson Tatum disagreed

Brown finished the night with eight points, seven assists, two rebounds and one steal while making 4 of 8 shots from the field.

Ford later explained the officiating team’s decision in the league’s pool report.

“(The first technical was) for aggressively gesturing and using profanity and outrage without a call,” Ford said in the pool report, via NBA insider Brett Siegel for ClutchPoints. “(The second technical was called because) he aggressively approached a game official, pointing and using profanity.”

Tatum, playing his third game back from injury, led Boston with 24 points while adding five rebounds, two assists and two steals. The 27-year-old shot 10 of 24 from the field and 4 of 14 from three-point range in 27 minutes.

Despite Tatum’s efforts, Boston was unable to overcome Brown’s absence for most of the game. The loss dropped the Celtics to 43–22 on the season.

Boston will try to regroup on Thursday night when it concludes its three-game road trip against the Oklahoma City Thunder, who enter the matchup with a 51-15 record. Tipoff is scheduled for 9:30 pm ET on Prime Video.

Chelsea’s ownership group Bluco has found itself indirectly involved in the sudden dismissal of Filipe Luis at Flamengo, while the Brazilian won both the league title and the Copa Libertadores less than three months ago.

According to a Brazilian journalist rodrigo matosreporting for uol esporteTension began during negotiations over the manager’s contract renewal in late December. At the time, Flamengo president Luiz Eduardo Baptista (known as ‘Bap’) discovered that Filipe Luis was in talks with the group that owns Chelsea.

Time is important.

Flamengo officially confirmed the renewal on 29 December 2025. Meanwhile, Chelsea confirmed the departure of Enzo Maresca on 1 January 2026. This sequence strongly suggests that negotiations with the London ownership group took place in the last days of December, while renewal negotiations were still ongoing in Brazil.

Ownership negotiations and Strasbourg turn

Mattos reports that Filipe Luis went three days without responding to Flamengo during the renewal process. That silence troubled the board.

Initially, the former Chelsea defender believed the opportunity could involve a role directly linked to Stamford Bridge. However, they later learned that the position under discussion was linked to Strasbourg, another club under the same ownership umbrella.

Presumably the plan was for Chelsea to sign Liam Rosenior and bring in Philippe Louis to cover the vacancy at Strasbourg.

However, after that clarification, Filipe Luis resumed negotiations with Flamengo and eventually signed a new deal. But the damage was already done.

The father reportedly felt betrayed by the situation. From his perspective, the manager had sought to pursue renewal negotiations as well as an exit route. That perception caused a rift in the relationship, even though the contract was eventually extended.

What this means for Chelsea’s network

There is no indication that Chelsea themselves adopted a direct managerial approach. Instead, the situation appears to revolve around discussions with the broader ownership group and a potential role for Strasbourg.

Filipe Luiz’s status as Chelsea’s old boy adds another layer to the story. Their ties to London remain strong, and any movement within that ownership network will naturally attract attention.

For now, Flamengo have acted decisively despite recent silverware. They have already brought in former Monaco coach Leonardo Jardim as a replacement for Filipe Luis.

Meanwhile, the question remains whether it was a missed opportunity within Chelsea’s wider structure – or simply poor timing that led to the dismissal.

Nottingham Forest could make new money for Corinthians this summer, with the Brazilian side entitled to 10% of any profits from the eventual sale of Murillo.

brazilian outlet IG Reports have been released from the English press claiming that Chelsea and Liverpool are showing strong interest in the 23-year-old centre-back ahead of the upcoming window. Forest are said to value the defender at around €57.5m (£49m).

That figure has naturally caught Brazil’s attention. Murillo joins Forest in 2023 for €14m (£12m) plus €2m (£1.7m) in potential bonuses. As part of that agreement, Corinthians secured 10% of the profits from any future transfers. They are also entitled to solidarity payments as is his training club.

How much could the Corinthians have received?

If Forest are sold for €57.5m (£49m), the profit on the fixed fee of €14m (£12m) would be €43.5m (£37m). Ten per cent of that sum would give Corinthians approximately €4.35m (£3.7m), before adding solidarity payments.

For a Brazilian club that regularly looks to the transfer market to strengthen its finances, this is a worthwhile potential windfall. Not surprisingly, every new link to Murillo is closely monitored.

emotional connection will remain strong

There is also an emotional layer to the story. Murillo has said this before He is a Corinthians supporter And would love to come back to the club one day. This admission only strengthens the bond between the player and the former party.

Although a return is not on the agenda right now, any high-value move to Europe would indirectly benefit the Brazilian outfit first and foremost. In practical terms, Corinthians may benefit financially before dreaming of seeing him back in his shirt.

Interest beyond England

We have already informed about this AC Milan And Bayern Munich Was recently associated with Defender. That widespread European attention adds even more intrigue.

However, there is no apparent pressure to sell the forest. Murillo is under contract and has become a key defensive figure since his arrival.

It remains to be seen whether Chelsea or Liverpool formalize their interest. If a deal materializes at the reported valuation, Corinthians will be keeping a close eye. A significant transfer to England could quickly translate into new income in Brazil.