Paul Pierce encourages Jaylen Brown as he joins 76ers from Celtics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce expressed support for Jaylen Brown as he transitions to the Philadelphia 76ers after a significant trade. Brown arrives from the Celtics in exchange for Paul George, along with two first-round and two second-round picks. Faced with past criticisms, Brown is urged by Pierce to channel that doubt into motivation as he aims to elevate the 76ers alongside Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid. Brown previously helped the Celtics secure a championship in 2024 and is expected to provide a crucial scoring role for Philadelphia as they seek postseason success.
- •Jaylen Brown traded from Celtics to 76ers for Paul George and draft picks.
- •Paul Pierce encourages Brown to use past criticisms as motivation.
- •Brown aims to strengthen the 76ers alongside Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.
- •He previously contributed to the Celtics' championship win in 2024.
- •The 76ers seek to advance beyond the second round for the first time since 2001.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Celtics legend gives encouragement to Jaylen Brown amid trade to 76ers
"Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce gives encouragement to Jaylen Brown amid the trade to the Philadelphia 76ers.
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