Jaylen Brown reportedly traded from Celtics to 76ers

Jaylen Brown's tenure with the Boston Celtics appears to be over, with reports indicating a trade to the Philadelphia 76ers. League sources confirmed the deal to CBS Philadelphia, with ESPN's Shams Charania reporting that Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks are heading to Boston.

The Celtics are reportedly set to receive a 2028 first-round pick that could convert to a more favorable swap, along with a 2031 unprotected first-round pick and conditional 2028 and 2030 second-round selections. This move follows earlier trade speculation, including a reported offer of Brown and draft picks to the Milwaukee Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was ultimately traded to the Miami Heat.

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To all the people that's doubted me, that want me to do this, or want me, you're turning me into a monster.

Brown, a ten-year veteran who was the third overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft, has been a significant player for the Celtics. He averaged 20.0 points and 5.5 rebounds per game over his career, earning five All-Star selections and two second-team All-NBA nods. He was also named Finals MVP in 2024 when Boston won its 18th championship.

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Jaylen Brown is a big part of us. I don't want to predict the future. I look at it as this is our team.

During the 2025-26 season, with Jayson Tatum sidelined by a torn Achilles, Brown delivered a career-high performance, averaging 28.7 points and finishing sixth in MVP voting. Despite a playoff exit in the first round against the 76ers after blowing a 3-1 series lead, Brown expressed that it was his favorite year, a sentiment he later clarified as exceeding expectations with Tatum injured.

Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens had previously stated his view of Brown as a key part of the team's future. However, the reported trade suggests a shift in the team's direction.

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this was my favorite year