Bill Simmons reacts to Jaylen Brown trade under anesthesia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 4:32 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Bill Simmons learned of Jaylen Brown's trade from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers during a colonoscopy. On his podcast, Simmons described his disbelief and initial reaction, thinking he might have died due to the anesthesia. The Celtics reportedly received Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks in return. Simmons, a long-time Celtics supporter, expressed skepticism about the trade due to Brown's significant role last season and George's injury history. He remains hopeful that this trade could lead to further moves by the Celtics in the offseason.
- •Simmons found out about the trade at 3:20 p.m. PT.
- •Brown averaged 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 5.1 assists last season.
- •Brown signed a 5-year, $304-million contract in 2023.
- •Simmons had advocated for reconciliation between Brown and the Celtics.
- •Brown played 10 seasons for Boston before the trade.
- 4:32 PMYahoo Sports — Bill Simmons heard Jaylen Brown trade after anesthesia, thought 'I died'
"Bill Simmons revealed his initial reaction to the Jaylen Brown trade on his podcast for NBA free agency. It featured anesthesia and a colonoscopy.
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