Jaylen Brown traded to Philadelphia 76ers amid Celtics drama
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 5:45 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
The Boston Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers last week in exchange for picks and Paul George. Reports suggest that tensions were rising between Brown and the Celtics, which may have led to the decision. NBA insider Shams Charania noted the Celtics were unlikely to offer Brown a max extension, potentially paving the way for a trade demand. Brown, named NBA Finals MVP in 2024, joins a 76ers team that may be in contention for LeBron James. The Celtics now focus on Jayson Tatum as their star player.
- •Jaylen Brown was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers last week.
- •Celtics faced financial constraints regarding max contracts for star players.
- •Brown and Celtics management were experiencing rising tensions.
- •76ers may pursue LeBron James following the trade.
- •Jayson Tatum remains the focal point for the Celtics.
- 5:45 AMYahoo Sports — ’This Could Have Gotten Even Uglier’ — NBA Insider Reveals Jaylen Brown, Celtics Were Headed for Drama Regardless of Trade
"Jaylen Brown was somewhat shockingly traded to the Philadelphia 76ers last week in exchange for picks and Paul George. The former No.
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