Jaylen Brown addresses Celtics trade disappointment on Jimmy Kimmel Live
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 5:26 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Jaylen Brown expressed disappointment regarding his recent trade from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Brown, who played a significant role in Boston's championship run last season and was named Finals MVP, acknowledged the emotional difficulty of leaving a team after spending a decade there. He did not confirm if he had made peace with the decision but suggested it would be proven on the court in the upcoming season. Meanwhile, Brown brings his scoring prowess and defensive capabilities to Philadelphia, while Boston will look to Paul George to fill the void left by Brown.
- •Brown was traded to the 76ers last month in exchange for Paul George.
- •He averaged 20.8 points in five Finals games during the 2024 season.
- •Brown discussed the trade on Jimmy Kimmel Live, expressing disappointment.
- •Philadelphia aims to build a strong core with Brown, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey.
- •Upcoming season will be crucial for both players and franchises involved.
- 5:26 PMYahoo Sports — Jaylen Brown breaks his silence on Celtics’ “unfair” trade with ominous warning
"Moving on from a team where you spent a decade is not easy; Jaylen Brown’s words reflect that. Brown has admitted he was disappointed by the way the Boston Celtics trade unfolded, but stopped short of saying he has moved on from the decision.
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