Draymond Green critiques Celtics' trade of Jaylen Brown for Paul George
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 7:32 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Draymond Green discussed the recent trade of Jaylen Brown by the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George on his podcast. He expressed that while he respects George, the trade is not an even swap due to their age difference and Brown's accolades. At 29, Brown is still in his prime compared to George, who is 36. Green highlighted Brown's recent recognition as an All-NBA second-team player and a former Finals MVP. The Celtics' president of basketball operations, Brad Stevens, orchestrated the trade amidst considerable debate within the NBA community.
- •Draymond Green commented on the trade in a recent podcast.
- •Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George.
- •Green believes the trade is not even due to age differences.
- •Brown is 29 and a recent All-NBA second team player.
- •George is 36 and in the later stages of his career.
- 7:32 PMYahoo Sports — Draymond Green weighs in on the Boston Celtics trading Jaylen Brown
""I've got a lot of love for PG, but like myself, PG is 36 years old," said Green.
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