Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers, favor Jayson Tatum
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 7:31 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
On September 27, 2026, the Boston Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers, opting to retain Jayson Tatum. This decision, influenced by financial considerations tied to Brown's supermax contract and the NBA's collective bargaining agreement, has sparked mixed reactions among fans. Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens cited 'optionality' as a key rationale for the move. The specifics of what this means for Boston's future roster plans remain under discussion.
- •Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers on September 27, 2026.
- •Jayson Tatum remains with the team following the trade.
- •Financial implications of Brown's supermax deal influenced the decision.
- •Brad Stevens emphasized a desire for 'optionality' in roster management.
- •Fan reactions to the trade have been mixed, according to reports.
- 7:31 PMYahoo Sports — Why the Boston Celtics chose Jayson Tatum over Jaylen Brown
"Even now, it has not been easy for a lot of fans of the team to accept.
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