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Jaylen Brown still processing how he became a former Boston Celtic after stunning trade with 76ers

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Updated 2.7.2026
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Jaylen Brown *Philadelphia 76ers Boston Celtics Paul George NBA basketball playoffs

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Jul 2 Evening

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Associated Press (AP)Jul 2

Jaylen Brown still processing how he became a former Boston Celtic after stunning trade with 76ers

Jaylen Brown is reportedly being traded from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers, a move he is still processing. The 2024 NBA Finals MVP expressed mixed emotions of excitement and disappointment on social media, acknowledging the respect he earned in Boston and the relationships he built. The trade, which is pending league approval, would send Paul George and draft capital to the Celtics in return for Brown. Brown had a significant role for Boston this past season, carrying a heavier load due to Jayson Tatum's injury and achieving career-best statistics. He also reportedly felt underappreciated, citing past trade discussions involving him. Brown stated he is grateful for the opportunity in Philadelphia and looks forward to earning the respect of the city through his work.

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Al JazeeraJul 2

Jaylen Brown traded to Philadelphia 76ers from Boston Celtics

In a surprising NBA trade, the Boston Celtics have sent All-Star guard Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers. The deal, confirmed by sources, also involves the Celtics acquiring Paul George and multiple draft picks, potentially including two first-round and two second-round selections. Brown, the 2024 NBA Finals MVP and a five-time All-Star, was a key player for Boston, helping them win the 2024 NBA title alongside Jayson Tatum. This trade marks a significant move in the offseason, with other notable players also changing teams. The transaction is pending league approval.

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Jaylen Brown was a former Boston Celtic.

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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro stated: 'Sixers get way better and, as a bonus, the Celtics got worse!'

— Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro

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Jaylen Brown is the 2024 NBA Finals MVP, a five-time All-Star and the league’s fourth-leading scorer.

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Jaylen Brown had career-best averages of 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game.

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Jaylen Brown is still processing his trade from the Boston Celtics to the 76ers.

Jul 2 Morning

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Associated Press (AP)Jul 2

Another blockbuster: Jaylen Brown getting traded by Celtics to 76ers for Paul George, draft picks

The Boston Celtics are trading 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers. In return, the Celtics will receive Paul George and multiple draft picks, including two first-round and two second-round selections. This move breaks up the successful duo of Brown and Jayson Tatum, who helped Boston win the 2024 NBA title. Brown, a five-time All-Star, had a career-best season statistically while carrying a larger load due to Tatum's injury. The trade is part of a series of significant offseason moves across the NBA. Brown will join Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid in Philadelphia.

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Jaylen Brown was the 2024 NBA Finals MVP.

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Jaylen Brown was the league's fourth-leading scorer this past season.

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Jaylen Brown is being traded by the Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers.

— person with knowledge of the deal's terms

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Boston is receiving Paul George and draft capital (potentially two first-round and two second-round picks).

— person with knowledge of the deal's terms

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LeBron James is leaving the Los Angeles Lakers as a free agent.

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