Sources: Celtics sending Brown to 76ers for George, picks
The Boston Celtics have stunned the NBA by trading star Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in a blockbuster deal.
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The Boston Celtics are trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers. In exchange for Brown, Boston will receive Paul George and draft picks.
Coverage from CBS Sports, Yahoo Sports, and the New York Post describes the move as a blockbuster trade occurring during a volatile second day of NBA free agency. Reports also highlight the reaction of fans in New Hampshire and comments from Josh Hart.
Future developments involve the ongoing NBA free agency period and the subsequent impact of the Lakers' makeover mentioned in coverage.
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Quick answers
Who is Jaylen Brown being traded for?
Brown is heading to the 76ers in exchange for Paul George and draft picks.
When did this trade occur?
The trade was reported on July 1, 2026, during Day 2 of NBA free agency.
Which teams were involved in this transaction?
The Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers.
Coverage (4)
- Josh Hart’s five words say it all after Celtics stunningly trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers New York Post · 1d ago
- Jaylen Brown blockbuster, Lakers makeover and a wild Day 2 of NBA free agency Yahoo Sports · 1d ago
- Jaylen Brown traded to 76ers: Celtics star heading to Philadelphia for Paul George, draft picks, per report CBS Sports · 1d ago
- Granite Staters react to Celtic's trading Jaylen Brown WMUR · 1d ago broke it first
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