Jaylen Brown sits in Boston, but Sixers battle Paul George in preseason action

Key Points:

• The Sixers played a depleted roster in their preseason game against the Celtics, resting key players including LeBron James, Joel Embiid, and Jaylen Brown, resulting in a 144-106 loss but avoiding injuries.
• Dean Wade impressed with his defensive versatility and ability to handle bigger wings, potentially serving as a key sixth man or small-ball center for the Sixers this season.
• Boston’s new additions, notably Paul George and Mitchell Robinson, bolstered their defense and rebounding, maintaining the Celtics as strong Eastern Conference contenders despite trading Jaylen Brown.
• Young Sixers players like VJ Edgecombe and Jabari Walker showed promise, with Edgecombe improving his finishing and Walker adapting well as a small-ball center.
• The Sixers will wrap up their preseason with a home game against the Celtics on Friday, continuing to evaluate their roster depth and player development.