Warriors miss chance to acquire Jaylen Brown before LeBron's free agency decision
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 4:57 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The Golden State Warriors reportedly passed on a trade for Jaylen Brown before the Philadelphia 76ers acquired him from the Boston Celtics. An NBA insider indicated this decision may have impacted LeBron James' free agency choices, as Brown's presence elevated Philadelphia's appeal to the four-time MVP. The Warriors opted not to pursue Brown, which may have cost them a chance to attract James, who joined the 76ers on Friday., the Warriors' failed efforts to secure Anthony Davis also complicated their plans as they sought James' commitment ahead of free agency moves.
- •Warriors chose not to trade for Jaylen Brown before his 76ers acquisition.
- •LeBron James decided to join the 76ers following Brown's arrival.
- •The Warriors reportedly could have landed Brown for several first-round picks.
- •Warriors aimed to partner Brown with Anthony Davis to attract James.
- •Golden State's bid for James ultimately fell short.
- 6:05 AMYahoo Sports — Warriors had a chance to trade for Jaylen Brown, now he’s the reason LeBron James joined the 76ers
- 4:57 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Does That Make LeBron James More Viable?’ — NBA Insider Reveals Why Warriors Passed on Jaylen Brown and Lost Another Big Fish
"The Philadelphia 76ers reportedly surged near the top of LeBron James’ potential landing spots after they shockingly acquired Jaylen Brown early this month from the Boston Celtics. Brown’s name on the roster eventually proved to be a key factor in the four-time MVP’s decision to join the 76ers on Friday.
"The Golden State Warriors could have acquired Jaylen Brown in a trade months before anyone else, and turned it down. The Philadelphia 76ers are reaping the rewards of being aggressive in the trade market, acquiring Brown from the Boston Celtics for a reasonable price.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 6:05 AMWarriors had a chance to trade for Jaylen Brown, now he’s the reason LeBron James joined the 76ers
The Golden State Warriors could have acquired Jaylen Brown in a trade months before anyone else, and turned it down. The Philadelphia 76ers are reaping the rewards of being aggressive in the trade market, acquiring Brown from the Boston Celtics for a reasonable price.
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 4:57 AM‘Does That Make LeBron James More Viable?’ — NBA Insider Reveals Why Warriors Passed on Jaylen Brown and Lost Another Big Fish
The Philadelphia 76ers reportedly surged near the top of LeBron James’ potential landing spots after they shockingly acquired Jaylen Brown early this month from the Boston Celtics. Brown’s name on the roster eventually proved to be a key factor in the four-time MVP’s decision to join the 76ers on Friday.
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