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Jaylen Brown for Paul George is an all
The Boston Globe • • general
Key Points:
- The Boston Celtics have traded 29-year-old star Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for 36-year-old Paul George and several future draft picks, a move widely criticized as unfavorable for Boston.
- This trade marks the end of the Celtics' decade-long Jayson Tatum-Brown era, which included a 2024 championship and a 2022 Finals appearance but ultimately underachieved relative to expectations.
- Fans and analysts are shocked by the deal, viewing it as a significant downgrade and questioning the Celtics' commitment to winning under new ownership and president Brad Stevens.
- Brown’s recent behavior and comments suggested growing dissatisfaction, and previous trade discussions involving other stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo failed to materialize, leaving this trade as the final outcome.
- The Sixers strengthen their contender status in the Eastern Conference, while the Celtics appear to be focusing on the future and salary considerations, a strategy that has left their fan base reeling.
