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Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers, impacting LeBron's decision

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 11:12 PM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers, impacting LeBron's decision
Summary

The Boston Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers, receiving Paul George and draft picks in return. This trade is believed to have influenced LeBron James' choice to sign with the 76ers, elevating them to potential superteam status. As a result, the Celtics will face increased pressure to demonstrate the value of the trade in the upcoming season, especially as they now contend with both the 76ers and New York Knicks as key rivals in the Eastern Conference.

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  • •Celtics send Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George and draft picks
  • •LeBron James signs with 76ers shortly after Brown trade
  • •Celtics face pressure to prove trade's benefits
  • •76ers and Knicks emerge as dominant forces in the East
  • •The trade affects Celtics' strategy heading into the next season
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  • 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — The Boston Celtics Jaylen Brown trade had unintended consequences
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By trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Boston Celtics put the wheels in motion for the Sixers to create a super team

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