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Jaylen Brown traded to 76ers as Celtics reshape roster

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 5:47 AM

Last updated Jul 8, 2026

Jaylen Brown traded to 76ers as Celtics reshape roster

Summary

The Boston Celtics have traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George and draft picks. This decision, made days ago, has raised questions about the motivations behind the deal. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the personal relationship between Brown and teammate Jayson Tatum had deteriorated, being described as 'close to not existent.' The Celtics have faced early playoff exits in the last two seasons, prompting a reevaluation of their roster. Brown will now join stars Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid in Philadelphia.

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By the Numbers

•Celtics trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George and draft picks.
•Shams Charania highlights poor relationship between Brown and Tatum.
•Boston faced second-round and first-round playoff exits in recent seasons.
•Brown joins Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid in Philadelphia.

Latest Updates

5:47 AMYahoo Sports — ’Close to Not Existent’ — ESPN’s Shams Charania Reveals the Truth Behind Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum’s Relationship

What they're saying

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It has been several days since the Boston Celtics agreed to trade five-time All-Star wing Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for aging star forward Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks, but everyone is still asking why in the world they made that deal. Several theories have been floated.
— Yahoo Sports

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