Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 12:08 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Boston Celtics have traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George, marking a significant move in the NBA. Prior to the trade, Bill Simmons suggested a different approach to resolving Brown's relationship with the Celtics. Following the announcement, Simmons teased a podcast where he will discuss the news further, generating interest among his followers. The Celtics' decision reflects ongoing discussions about their roster and future direction as they aim to remain competitive.
- •Celtics acquire Paul George from 76ers.
- •Jaylen Brown's trade follows speculation about his future in Boston.
- •Bill Simmons had proposed keeping Brown just before the trade.
- •Simmons plans to address the trade in his podcast.
- •The trade indicates a strategic shift for the Celtics.
- 12:08 AMYahoo Sports — Bill Simmons' strange reaction to Celtics trading Jaylen Brown for Paul George
"Simmons said Boston should keep Jaylen Brown a day before trading him.
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