Jaylen Brown's Brand Event Shut Down by Beverly Hills Police

NBA Star Clashes with Police Over Permit Violation During All-Star Weekend

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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NBA player Jaylen Brown hosted a brand event during NBA All-Star Weekend at a private residence in Beverly Hills, but the event was shut down by police for not having the proper permits. Brown argued with officers, claiming the event was not a party but a panel on culture, and expressed feeling targeted by the city.

Why it matters

The incident highlights the challenges celebrities and public figures can face when hosting events in exclusive enclaves like Beverly Hills, where strict permitting requirements are enforced. It also speaks to broader tensions between law enforcement and high-profile individuals, especially those of color, over perceived unequal treatment.

The details

Brown, who signed a $285-million contract with the Boston Celtics in 2023, was hosting the event at a house owned by Oakley founder Jim Jannard. Brown is sponsored by Oakley. The event was shut down around 7 p.m. in the Trousdale section of Beverly Hills, with police citing a lack of proper permits. In an Instagram video, Brown can be seen arguing with an officer, claiming the owner said no permit was needed and that it was a panel, not a party. Brown later posted on X, formerly Twitter, that the incident cost him "300k down the drain."

  • The event was shut down around 7 p.m. on Saturday, February 16, 2026.

The players

Jaylen Brown

An NBA player for the Boston Celtics who was hosting a brand event during NBA All-Star Weekend in Beverly Hills.

Jim Jannard

The founder of Oakley, whose private residence in Beverly Hills was the location of Jaylen Brown's event.

Beverly Hills Police Department

The law enforcement agency that shut down Jaylen Brown's event for not having the proper permits.

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What they’re saying

“The owner didn't say we needed a permit.”

— Jaylen Brown, NBA Player (Instagram)

“An event permit had been applied for and denied by the City due to previous violations associated with events at the address.”

— Beverly Hills Police Department (Statement)

What’s next

The Beverly Hills Police Department has stated they will review their policies and procedures around event permitting to ensure fair and consistent enforcement.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the challenges celebrities and public figures can face when hosting events in exclusive enclaves like Beverly Hills, where strict permitting requirements are enforced. It also speaks to broader tensions between law enforcement and high-profile individuals, especially those of color, over perceived unequal treatment.