Paul Pierce comments on Jaylen Brown trade from Celtics to 76ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 4:50 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Paul Pierce has publicly expressed his acceptance of Jaylen Brown's trade from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers. In the deal, the Celtics acquired Paul George along with draft picks. Pierce noted the challenging nature of the trade, comparing it to losing a family member. Fans of the Celtics have reacted negatively to the decision, especially given Brown's career season in 2025-26. Other Celtics legends, including Robert Parish, have also voiced their concerns about the trade and the rushed negotiations leading up to it.
- •Jaylen Brown traded from Celtics to 76ers for Paul George and picks.
- •Pierce compares the trade to a painful family loss.
- •Fans and Celtics alumni criticize the return on the trade.
- •Brown had a career season while teammate Jayson Tatum was injured.
- •Robert Parish has also been critical of the trade decision.
- 4:50 PMYahoo Sports — Paul Pierce can accept the Boston Celtics Jaylen Brown trade, but he is no fan
"And understandably so given the Georgia native had a career season with the Celtics in 2025-26.
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