NBA, NFL Stars' Homes Targeted by Thieves

The homes of Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown's mother and assistant coach Amile Jefferson were targeted by thieves, with Jefferson's 2024 NBA Championship ring being stolen. Brown's mother's Wellesley home was broken into while she and Brown's nephew were present, but nothing was taken. This is part of a broader trend of burglaries targeting professional athletes, including NFL players Joe Burrow, Travis Kelce, and Patrick Mahomes, often exploiting game schedules. Both the NBA and NFL have issued warnings about potential transnational theft groups. Wellesley and Newton police, alongside NBA security, are investigating the incidents. Authorities have yet to make any arrests but are exploring connections to international crime rings.