Celtics trade Jaylen Brown as LeBron James joins 76ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 3:31 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
The Boston Celtics traded Jaylen Brown before LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers. Celtics president Brad Stevens cited long-term roster flexibility as the motive behind the trade. While the Celtics’ return for Brown was seen as underwhelming, the team locked in key supporting players for Jayson Tatum. The Celtics now face a shifted rivalry as the 76ers assemble a strong roster, including James, which could affect their championship aspirations. As a counter, Stevens aims to maintain financial flexibility and develop young talent.
- •Celtics trade Jaylen Brown for roster flexibility.
- •LeBron James signs with the 76ers, altering the rivalry dynamic.
- •Celtics secure talent for Jayson Tatum's support this offseason.
- •Stevens aims for financial flexibility and player development.
- •76ers may have formed a superteam, impacting Celtics' championship goals.
- 3:31 PMYahoo Sports — Jaylen Brown Trade Strikes Celtics Twice After LeBron James Signs With 76ers
"Before news broke that LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, the Boston Celtics’ offseason looked increasingly promising. Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens emphasized long-term roster flexibility as the reason for trading Jaylen Brown. Although Boston’s return for Brown underwhelmed, the team locked Jayson Tatum’s supporting cast for the next few seasons. Stevens […] The post Jaylen Brown Trade Strikes Celtics Twice After LeBron James Signs With 76ers appeared fi
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