Celtics owner approves Jaylen Brown trade to 76ers amid changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 3:41 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Boston Celtics owner Bill Chisholm confirmed he supported the decision to trade Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers. Brown, a pivotal figure for the Celtics, averaged 28.7 points per game last season and led the team as Tatum recovered from an Achilles injury. Chisholm highlighted the conviction of the team's front office in their decision-making process. The move is seen as part of a strategy to focus on Tatum as the franchise's core player, with the Celtics acquiring Paul George and draft picks in the trade.
- •Jaylen Brown was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers.
- •Bill Chisholm expressed confidence in the front office's decision.
- •Brown had a standout season, averaging 28.7 points per game.
- •Celtics acquired Paul George and draft picks in the trade.
- •Focus shifts to Jayson Tatum as the team's core player.
- 3:41 AMYahoo Sports — The Celtics' owner reveals he did not have any problem with the Jaylen Brown trade
"It seems the Jaylen Brown trade got the okay from the higher-ups.
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