Jaylen Brown joins 76ers, awkward criticism of Embiid resurfaces
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 1:20 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers acquired Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics in a trade for Paul George and draft picks. This move positions the 76ers as a contender for the 2027 NBA title. Brown's past criticism of Joel Embiid regarding flopping has surfaced, raising questions about their relationship. They will need to build chemistry for a successful season, which hinges on maintaining health and performance. As tensions linger from Brown's comments, observers expect potential attempts at reconciliation between the two players.
- •76ers trade Paul George and draft picks for Jaylen Brown.
- •Starting lineup includes Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, Brown, Dean Wade, and Embiid.
- •Brown previously criticized Embiid for flopping in games.
- •Both players must develop a strong relationship for team success.
- •Their performance may depend on avoiding injuries during the season.
- 1:20 AMYahoo Sports — Jaylen Brown’s awkward Joel Embiid criticism resurfaces after Philadelphia 76ers trade
"The Philadelphia 76ers have just become a leading contender to win the 2027 NBA title after trading for Jaylen Brown. The 76ers traded Paul George, two first-round picks and two second-round picks for the former Celtics superstar.
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