“I’m sick of this s**t”: Jaylen Brown lashes out at the officiating after Celtics’ loss to Spurs

The Boston Celtics are enjoying a strong campaign in the ongoing 2025–26 National Basketball Association (NBA) season, posting a 24–14 record to sit third in the Eastern Conference standings. Their balanced roster, efficient offense, and improved defensive chemistry have allowed them to remain among the conference’s elite despite grappling with injuries and lineup adjustments throughout the season.

However, the Celtics’ momentum stalled on Sunday, January 11 (Philippine Standard Time), after a 95–100 loss to the San Antonio Spurs at TD Garden. The defeat was frustrating not only because it came on home court, but also due to the officiating—at least in the eyes of star wing Jaylen Brown.

Brown expressed visible displeasure with the calls—or lack thereof—throughout the game and did not hold back after the final buzzer. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he posted, “Fine me I’m sick of this st.”** According to Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe, Brown later doubled down during his postgame media availability, saying, “I will take the f*g fine. The inconsistency is crazy. Give me the fine.”

Fine me I’m sick of this shit

— Jaylen Brown (@FCHWPO) January 11, 2026

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On the floor, Brown delivered another standout performance, keeping the Celtics competitive with 27 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists while shooting 11-of-28 from the field and 5-of-11 from beyond the arc. But the stat line also revealed the source of his frustration: not a single free throw attempt. Boston, as a team, shot only four free throws the entire night—an unusual figure for a squad known for its aggressive drives and physical play. By contrast, the Spurs attempted 20 free throws, capitalizing on every opportunity to extend their lead and maintain control.

Despite the loss and the officiating issues, Brown continues to anchor the Celtics’ offense in the absence of franchise cornerstone Jayson Tatum, who remains sidelined due to injury. The 29-year-old guard-forward is putting together one of the best seasons of his career, averaging 29.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 5.0 assists while shooting an efficient 49.9 percent from the field and 37.2 percent from three-point range. His ability to shoulder the scoring load, facilitate plays, and defend multiple positions has kept Boston firmly in the upper tier of the East.

While Jaylen Brown’s frustration reflects a deeper concern about officiating consistency in the NBA, it also underscores the pressure he carries as the Celtics’ primary leader during Tatum’s absence. Boston will need cooler heads and continued high-level performances from Brown as they navigate the heart of the season and push for better playoff positioning. If the team can maintain its form and regain full health, the Celtics remain a legitimate contender in a competitive Eastern Conference landscape.

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