Jaylen Brown challenged to lead 76ers after trade from Celtics

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Jaylen Brown challenged to lead 76ers after trade from Celtics
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Jaylen Brown joins the Philadelphia 76ers after a trade from the Boston Celtics. Brown had a standout season as the Celtics' primary option while Jayson Tatum was injured, leading them to a No. 2 Eastern Conference finish before being eliminated by the 76ers in the playoffs. 76ers president Bob Myers emphasized the need for Brown to Step up as a leader in pursuing a championship. He praised Brown's championship experience and potential impact on the team. Brad Stevens, president of the Celtics, expressed regret about the trade but acknowledged it was a difficult decision based on Brown's significant contributions.

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  • Brown led the Celtics to a 56-26 record last season.
  • The Celtics were eliminated in the first round by the 76ers after seven games.
  • Myers believes Brown can help set the tone for the 76ers.
  • Stevens acknowledged the difficulty of trading Brown after years with the franchise.
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Before joining the Philadelphia 76ers, Jaylen Brown tried to become a leader. Brown was the No. 1 option for the Boston Celtics during the 2025-26 NBA season, as his former co-star Jayson Tatum recovered from an Achilles tear. It was the first time that the star forward became the main offensive option, and he proved [...]

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