Jaylen Brown has officially been traded from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers, marking the end of his decade-long tenure with the franchise. The trade was confirmed on July 2, 2026, by a source familiar with the deal, which will see the Celtics receive Paul George along with multiple draft picks.
Details of the Trade
Paul George along with two first-round picks and two second-round picks, according to a person who spoke to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity. The trade agreement was first reported by ESPN and later confirmed by The Boston Globe.This significant move is part of a larger pattern of blockbuster trades this NBA offseason, with other stars like LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo also changing teams.
Impact on Both Teams
2024 NBA Finals MVP, breaks up a formidable duo with Jayson Tatum. Brown played a crucial role in the Celtics' championship run last season, averaging a career-best 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game.His move to Philadelphia creates a potential powerhouse alongside Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. The trio could become one of the most dynamic in the league, especially considering Maxey's recent performance as the league's fifth top scorer.
Reactions from the League
Josh Shapiro, who welcomed Brown to Philadelphia, stating, “Sixers get way better and, as a bonus, the Celtics got worse!”Meanwhile, Brown's departure comes after he expressed feelings of being underappreciated, especially after being included in trade talks involving Antetokounmpo. His social media post highlighted his success, stating, “Nobody has won more combined regular-season and playoff games since I entered the league 10 years ago.”
The trade also marks the end of a disappointing chapter for Paul George in Philadelphia, where he struggled with performance issues and a suspension last season.
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