Paul George and Jaylen Brown swap contracts between teams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 10:49 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
In a notable exchange, Paul George is set to move from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Boston Celtics, while Jaylen Brown will join the Philadelphia 76ers. George’s contract includes $54.1 million for 2026-27 and $56.6 million for 2027-28, with extension eligibility. Brown’s contract is worth $57 million in 2026-27, escalating to $64.9 million by 2028-29. The deal represents a significant shift for both franchises, as they upgrade their rosters. Further details on the transition are expected as the summer progresses.
- •Paul George to Boston with a $54.1M deal for 2026-27
- •Jaylen Brown heads to Philadelphia at $57M for 2026-27
- •George's contract increase includes extension eligibility
- •Brown's deal escalates to $64.9M by 2028-29
- •Trade reflects strategic shifts for both franchises.
- 10:49 PMYahoo Sports — Pretty clean swap of contracts
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