76ers acquire Jaylen Brown from Celtics in major trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 11:42 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers have acquired Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics in exchange for Paul George and multiple draft picks. This trade aims to bolster the 76ers' championship aspirations for the upcoming 2026-27 season. Brown joins stars Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, enhancing Philadelphia's offensive capabilities. The 76ers expect to field a competitive roster despite recent struggles with injuries. Brown’s addition is viewed as a strategic move to improve their standing in the Eastern Conference.
- •76ers send Paul George and picks to Celtics for Jaylen Brown
- •Brown expected to enhance 76ers' title contention in 2026-27
- •Projected starting lineup includes Embiid, Maxey, Brown, and Wade
- •76ers aim to improve from last season's 45 wins while managing Embiid's health
- •Philadelphia looks to compete at the upper tier of the Eastern Conference
- 11:42 PMYahoo Sports — 76ers projected lineup with Jaylen Brown: How former Celtic fits in with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, others
"Jaylen Brown figures to raise the 76ers' ceiling markedly in 2026-27 season and beyond.
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