With Jaylen Brown, 76ers Should Contend For Eastern Conference Title
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- Sports Money With Jaylen Brown, 76ers Should Contend For Eastern Conference Title By Tim Casey,
- Now, the 76ers have some hope, as the franchise on Wednesday agreed to a deal for Boston Celtics star forward Jaylen Brown, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania and other news reports.
- The stunning move comes after the Celtics reportedly sought to trade Brown for Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Sports Money With Jaylen Brown, 76ers Should Contend For Eastern Conference Title By Tim Casey,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tim Casey is a reporter who covers basketball and sports business.Follow Author Jul 01, 2026, 08:40pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.FILE - Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) drives to the basket against Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (8) during the first half of Game 2 of a first-round NBA playoffs basketball series, April 21, 2026, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reservedNearly eight weeks ago, the Philadelphia 76ers ended their season with an embarrassing 30-point home loss to the New York Knicks, completing a second round playoff series sweep. The crowd was filled with Knicks fans, many of whom bought tickets from 76ers’ supporters who were accustomed to postseason disappointment.
Now, the 76ers have some hope, as the franchise on Wednesday agreed to a deal for Boston Celtics star forward Jaylen Brown, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania and other news reports. The 76ers are sending forward Paul George to the Celtics, along with two first round draft picks and two second round picks, per Charania.