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Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George and picks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 4:29 PM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George and picks

Summary

The Boston Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George and multiple draft picks. This move has stirred discussions regarding Brown's trade value, with opinions divided on whether the Celtics received a fair return. Brown, a five-time NBA All-Star and Finals MVP, had a standout previous season, leading to speculation about his worth on the market. The Celtics pivoted to trade discussions after the Milwaukee Bucks traded Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat, altering the dynamics among potential trade partners. How this trade impacts both teams is yet to be seen in the upcoming season.

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Market Watch

•Celtics send Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George and draft picks.
•The trade follows the Bucks' deal of Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Heat.
•Jaylen Brown is a five-time NBA All-Star and previous NBA Finals MVP.
•Trade discussions spurred after changing market conditions.
•Debate continues over Brown's valuation in the trade market.

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4:29 PMYahoo Sports — Why nobody can agree how good Jaylen Brown is after Celtics-76ers trade

What they're saying

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Whether it's NBA pundits or fans, everyone has their reason for why they clash about Jaylen Brown's trade value and whether he deserved to be traded for Paul George to the 76ers.
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