Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers, face fan backlash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 3:48 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
The Boston Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks. The decision has met considerable backlash from fans. Celtics President Brad Stevens expressed his indifference to criticism, stating he has dealt with public scrutiny for years. Stevens noted the aim of the trade is to ensure future competitiveness while reflecting on Brown's decade-long tenure with the franchise. Boston opted against extending Brown's contract, which would have significantly impacted their salary cap moving forward.
- •Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George and multiple picks.
- •Brad Stevens acknowledges public backlash but highlights the need for future planning.
- •Boston decided not to offer Brown a substantial contract extension.
- •Stevens reflects on Brown's 10 years with the Celtics during interview.
- •The trade aims to maintain competitiveness while focusing on Jayson Tatum as a cornerstone.
- 3:48 PMYahoo Sports — Celtics news: Jaylen Brown trade backlash has Brad Stevens glad he's an old man
"A number of Boston Celtics fans can be forgiven for still scratching their heads after Jaylen Brown was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers. The 76ers acquired Brown in exchange for Paul George , two first-round picks, two second-round picks, and there has been no dearth of backlash since the trade happened. However, thankfully for Brad Stevens, who […] The post Celtics news: Jaylen Brown trade backlash has Brad Stevens glad he's an old man appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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