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'It’s Hard to Imagine': Massachusetts Governor Thanks Jaylen Brown After Celtics Trade Him to 76ers

For years, Jaylen Brown found himself at the center of trade rumors and questions about whether he was truly the right fit alongside the Boston Celtics’ core.

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Watch: Chris Paul and Jayson Tatum Lead Competitive Runs at Elite Camp

The offseason might be quite for most of the NBA stars, but in Las Vegas two familiar names of the sport showed why they are headline material. Boston Celtic forward Jayson Tatum, fresh off a playoff run cut short due to a calf injury, and retired NBA legend Chris Paul teamed up to put on a show at their elite camp.

NBA News / HITC / July 3

Jalen Brunson’s emergence might be why Celtics traded Jaylen Brown and bet on his replacement

The Boston Celtics are betting on Payton Pritchard taking the kind of leap Jalen Brunson made to help them remain competitive after trading Jaylen Brown.

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The '2018-19 PPG leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to average the most points per game for each NBA franchise in the 2018-19 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA Playoff scoring-record by team' quiz

The '30-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

Jaylen Brown News / AirJordanChronicles / July 3

'Packed Me Up, Bro': NBA Star Jaylen Brown Shocked After Key Card Gets Rejected at Facility

The brutality of the NBA’s offseason business sometimes questions the years of relationship forged between players and franchises. The new Philadelphia 76ers’ Jaylen Brown found that out most shockingly after his key card was rejected at the Boston Celtics’ facility.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 3

How Jaylen Brown’s Celtics exit clears a path for Payton Pritchard’s ascension

Amidst a slew of reports speculating what went awry for the Boston Celtics, who made the shocking decision to part ways with their All-NBA forward Jaylen Brown in a blockbuster trade with the Philadelphia 76ers for an aging Paul George and future draft picks, there’s a silver lining for fans in Boston — Payton Pritchard.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 3

76ers’ Jaylen Brown ready to embrace ‘villain’ role after shocking Celtics trade

The Philadelphia 76ers sensed blood in the water, bringing in Jaylen Brown in a stunning blockbuster trade with the Boston Celtics. Many believe that the

NBA News / AirJordanChronicles / July 2

Shams Charania explains how the 76ers became the last team standing in Jaylen Brown negotiations

Jaylen Brown had been the Boston Celtics’ go-to trade piece this offseason before he was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and a few draft picks.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / July 2

Jaylen Brown questions Celtics GM Brad Stevens in first stream after trade

For the first time in his career, Jaylen Brown won't play for the Boston Celtics.

Jaylen Brown makes first public statement after Celtics trade to 76ers

Kendrick Perkins bashes Celtics, makes bold claim about new-look 76ers

How Jaylen Brown will help 76ers fix their most glaring issue

Jaylen Brown's big shots at Joel Embiid resurface after 76ers trade

Jayson Tatum must show Celtics made right choice in picking him over Jaylen Brown

Celtics believe they already have Jaylen Brown's replacement

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / July 3

Celtics believe they already have Jaylen Brown's replacement

As unimpressed as Celtics fans might be right now, general manager Brad Stevens believes they already have another star in the building.

Jaylen Brown makes first public statement after Celtics trade to 76ers

Kendrick Perkins bashes Celtics, makes bold claim about new-look 76ers

How Jaylen Brown will help 76ers fix their most glaring issue

Details on the 2028 pick involved in Celtics/Sixers blockbuster trade

Jaylen Brown's big shots at Joel Embiid resurface after 76ers trade

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 2

One detail made Giannis Antetokounmpo reject the Celtics at the last minute

It's still too early to tell how things will go down, but for now, there are valid reasons to believe the Celtics dropped the ball with their latest decisions.

Giannis Antetokounmpo could reunite with former All-Star teammate in Miami

Celtics undergoing confusing revamp with Jaylen Brown trade

Celtics rejected offers for Jayson Tatum before dealing Jaylen Brown

Jaylen Brown's big shots at Joel Embiid resurface after 76ers trade

Important piece of Knicks championship joining Eastern Conference rival

Celtics botch Jaylen Brown trade with catastrophic 76ers deal

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 2

Jaylen Brown makes first public statement after Celtics trade to 76ers

One of the biggest trades of the NBA offseason so far has been the Boston Celtics bidding farewell to Jaylen Brown and sending the star player to the Philadelphia 76ers.

Brown questions Celtics' Brad Stevens in first stream after trade

Kendrick Perkins bashes Celtics, makes bold claim about new-look 76ers

Brown's big shots at Joel Embiid resurface after 76ers trade

How Brown will help 76ers fix their most glaring issue

Celtics believe they already have Brown's replacement

One detail made Giannis Antetokounmpo reject the Celtics at the last minute

Amari Williams News / Hoops Rumors / July 1

Celtics Re-Sign Amari Williams To Two-Way Deal

The Celtics have re-signed big man Amari Williams to a two-way contract, per the NBA’s transaction log. The 24-year-old played 22 games for Boston in the 2025/26 season, a majority of which were spot minutes, though he did make two starts.

Mitchell Robinson News / Yardbarker / July 1

Mitchell Robinson cashes in after playoff success by signing with new team

The New York Knicks built their championship roster to counter the Boston Celtics. Now that they've won a title, the Knicks' Atlantic Division rivals are poaching one of their most valuable reserves.

Pistons make free-agent splash amid Jalen Duren uncertainty

Magic reunite with their former longtime center after years apart

Lakers nearly complete roster with addition of three more players

Did LeBron James make calculated move to help Bronny James?

LeBron prepared to make a notable financial decision