Jayson Tatum discusses Jaylen Brown trade at 2026 ESPY Awards
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 12:21 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Jayson Tatum addressed the recent trade of Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers during the 2026 ESPY Awards. Tatum described the experience of staying in Boston without Brown as 'weird,' noting their long partnership and the emotional impact of the move. Despite acknowledging the business aspect of the NBA, Tatum expressed the challenge of adjusting to the new situation while welcoming new teammates. The Celtics are set to prepare for the 2026-27 season following a disappointing playoff exit. Meanwhile, Brown will aim to enhance the 76ers, who have a strong roster and are eyeing potential additions during free agency.
- •Tatum comments on the emotional impact of Brown's departure.
- •Celtics traded Brown for Paul George and future draft picks.
- •Both players' new teams are preparing for the upcoming season.
- •The trade comes after the Celtics' first-round playoff exit.
- 1:37 PMYahoo Sports — Jayson Tatum breaks silence on Jaylen Brown trade: 'It was weird'
- 2:14 AMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s Weird’ — Jayson Tatum Makes Feelings Clear on Celtics Trading Jaylen Brown to 76ers
- 12:21 AMYahoo Sports — Celtics' Jayson Tatum gets 'transparent' about Jaylen Brown trade: 'It's weird'
"Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum had some thoughts to share about 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown’s unexpected move to the Philadelphia 76ers. Earlier this month, the Celtics shipped Brown to Philadelphia in exchange for Paul George, two first-round picks (2028, 2031), and two second-round selections (2028, 2030).
"Jayson Tatum commented on the Celtics' decision to trade Jaylen Brown during an appearance at the 2026 ESPY Awards.
"Tatum discussed the Celtics' controversial move at the ESPYS
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 1:37 PMJayson Tatum breaks silence on Jaylen Brown trade: 'It was weird'
Tatum discussed the Celtics' controversial move at the ESPYS
- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 2:14 AM‘It’s Weird’ — Jayson Tatum Makes Feelings Clear on Celtics Trading Jaylen Brown to 76ers
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum had some thoughts to share about 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown’s unexpected move to the Philadelphia 76ers. Earlier this month, the Celtics shipped Brown to Philadelphia in exchange for Paul George, two first-round picks (2028, 2031), and two second-round selections (2028, 2030).
- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 12:21 AMCeltics' Jayson Tatum gets 'transparent' about Jaylen Brown trade: 'It's weird'
Jayson Tatum commented on the Celtics' decision to trade Jaylen Brown during an appearance at the 2026 ESPY Awards.
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