Kevin Garnett shares thoughts on Jaylen Brown trade to 76ers

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Kevin Garnett shares thoughts on Jaylen Brown trade to 76ers
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Kevin Garnett expressed his concerns about the Boston Celtics' decision to trade Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers on his podcast. Garnett described the move as more about business than basketball, likening it to the dismantling of championship rosters in the past. Former Celtics legends Robert Parish and Paul Pierce have also questioned the decision. Garnett argued that Brown and Jayson Tatum formed a valuable duo and that trading Brown may not benefit the Celtics in the long run. The 76ers, now bolstered by Brown's experience, could be positioned for success with a roster including Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid. The trade marks the end of Brown's decade-long tenure in Boston.

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  • Kevin Garnett criticized the Celtics' trade of Jaylen Brown.
  • Garnett believes the decision was more about money than basketball.
  • He compares the situation to Kevin Durant's departure from the Warriors.
  • Robert Parish and Paul Pierce have also voiced their concerns on the trade.
  • The 76ers strengthen their roster with the addition of Brown.
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The Boston Celtics legends Robert Parish and Paul Pierce have already questioned the franchise for trading Jaylen Brown to the rival Philadelphia 76ers. President of Basketball Operations called it a business decision to move on from the five-time All-Star.

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