Someone running the sound at the Boston Celtics’ shootaround today definitely has a sense of humor. Video from their workout in Philadelphia, ahead of tonight’s game against the 76ers, clearly shows War’s classic “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” blasting over the public address system at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
This Song Isn’t Just a Coincidence, Is It?
Look, this ain’t just some random old-school track making the playlist. This song choice, man, it screams layers. On one hand, you could say it’s a jab at the Celtics and 76ers’ longstanding rivalry. Both teams want to take each other down, always have. A little plea for harmony, right? But come on, we all know what the real deal is here. The most obvious, the most spicy, interpretation is that it’s a direct shot, or at least a playful jab, at the relationship between Celtics star Jayson Tatum and his former teammate, now Sixers forward, Jaylen Brown.
No Beef, Just Lamb Chops and Gravy
Brown got traded to Philadelphia in the offseason, and this Tuesday night matchup is the very first time he’s playing against his old team. Both players have been trying to downplay any issues between them since the trade went down. Brown famously said there’s “no beef, but it might be little lamb chops and some gravy, you know what I mean?” That quote alone tells you everything you need to know about the simmering tension, even if they’re trying to keep it cool. But with that song blaring, you gotta wonder if the Celtics’ locker room feels the same way. Is this a lighthearted poke, or a real reminder of what they think about the separation?
This is it, folks. Tonight’s tipoff between the Celtics and Sixers is set for 8 p.m. ET. Old friends become new foes, and the air is thick with more than just pregame jitters. It’s Brown’s first time on the court against Tatum and the Celtics, and after that shootaround soundtrack, you know everyone’s gonna be watching every single interaction.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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