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Philadelphia 76ers acquire Jaylen Brown from Celtics

PUBLISHED Jul 7, 2026, 12:41 PM ET

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Philadelphia, United States – The Philadelphia 76ers have officially acquired Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown in a blockbuster trade finalized on Monday, July 6, 2026, once the NBA’s July moratorium ended at 12:01 p.m. Eastern Time. The Celtics received veteran forward Paul George, first-round picks in 2028 and 2031, and second-round picks in 2028 and 2030. On Tuesday, July 7, 2026, Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens told reporters the decision was extremely difficult but driven primarily by salary-cap pressures tied to multiple maximum contracts. Brown, the 2024 NBA Finals MVP, spent nine seasons in Boston and helped deliver the 2024 championship.

By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2016 Boston drafts Jaylen Brown third overall
2024 Brown leads Celtics to NBA championship
2024 Brown named NBA Finals Most Valuable Player
July 6 2026 League moratorium lifts at midnight
July 6 2026 Jaylen Brown trade officially finalized
July 7 2026 Brad Stevens explains financial motivations
July 7 2026 Celtics receive George, four draft picks
2028 First and second round selections change hands

News Intelligence

If you're a 76ers fan, this is big. You're getting a proven champion in Jaylen Brown. He's a game-changer who could push the team to a title. For Celtics fans, this might sting, but remember, it's a move driven by financial realities.