Jaylen Brown reacts to 76ers trade; Kevin Love seeks roster spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 4:12 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Jaylen Brown expressed mixed emotions regarding his recent trade to the Philadelphia 76ers during his introductory press conference. Initially frustrated, he acknowledged Tyrese Maxey's outreach and expressed excitement about joining a new team. LeBron James is expected to play a key role, initiating the offense for the 76ers this season. Meanwhile, Kevin Love and Markieff Morris have both shown interest in joining the 76ers, although the team's current salary cap situation may limit roster changes before training camp begins.
- •Brown threw his phone when informed of the trade to the 76ers.
- •LeBron James expected to initiate the offense this season.
- •Kevin Love's agent contacted the 76ers about a potential signing.
- •Markieff Morris claims he deserves a spot on the roster.
- •The 76ers are currently hard-capped and unlikely to add players before training camp.
- 4:12 PMYahoo Sports — Philadelphia 76ers latest reports, rumors: Jaylen Brown threw a phone, Kevin Love wants in
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