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Jaylen Brown was officially traded from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers (deal agreed July 1, finalized July 6). He says he and ex-teammate Jayson Tatum haven’t talked much since the deal, but there’s mutual respect, while others noted there’s no real animosity between them as both teams pursue championships.
Grant Williams said Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown never disliked each other off the court and that their nine-year pairing helped them win a title in 2024; despite trade-era chatter about a strained personal relationship, Williams stressed mutual respect and off-court camaraderie, while Tatum publicly expressed love and wished Brown well.
Jayson Tatum says he learned of the Celtics’ blockbuster trade of Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers last week, indicates he had little to no input in the decision, and is shifting his focus to a new chapter for Boston after the Brown–Tatum duo helped win a title two years ago.
Ex-Celtic Jeff Teague says Jayson Tatum is motivated after Boston traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers, with Tatum publicly paying tribute to Brown as the Celtics brace for a tougher Eastern Conference next season.
The Philadelphia 76ers reportedly agreed to acquire Jaylen Brown, a move aimed at boosting their offense and perimeter defense around Joel Embiid while reducing Embiid's creation load; Brown's fit and durability will shape Philly's 2026/27 success, with Tatum publicly bidding farewell to his former teammate and LeBron James rumors signaling continued bold offseason moves.
Jayson Tatum posted an emotional Instagram tribute to Jaylen Brown after Boston traded Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers, ending nearly a decade of tandem success that included a championship and multiple Conference Finals runs; Brown joins Joel Embiid and the Sixers as Boston pivots to a new era.
Jayson Tatum posted a heartfelt Instagram Story thanking nine-year teammate Jaylen Brown as the Celtics traded Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for a package that included Paul George and two first-round picks; ESPN's Shams Charania reported the Celtics had explored other offers but ultimately moved Brown. Brown's final Celtics season featured a Finals MVP while he recovered from an Achilles injury, and he now teams with Embiid in Philadelphia as Tatum heads to play with George and Mitchell Robinson this fall.
Jaylen Brown appeared to spark fresh Celtics trade chatter by liking an Instagram comment urging a deal to a city that would “respect him.” With Boston reportedly motivated to move him and offering him widely, market interest has been tepid despite Brown’s strong season and a 2024 championship. The development follows earlier plans to run it back with Brown and Jayson Tatum, signaling a potential split as Brown seeks a destination where he is valued.
Celtics’ Game 7 loss to the 76ers is attributed to how Jayson Tatum's injury was handled; Pierce and Garnett argue the last-minute decision to rule him out deprived teammates of proper prep and morale, a misstep they say may have cost Boston the game and hurt team chemistry.
The column argues Boston will likely offer Jaylen Brown a large extension, but if he won’t sign or signals a desire for his own show, a trade could suit both sides. It weighs Brown’s wish for a standalone star against the Celtics’ core with Jayson Tatum, suggesting a move could yield a hefty return (even scenarios involving Giannis) and a new path for Brown, while acknowledging that the final decision rests with Brown and his happiness.
Six hours before Game 7, the Celtics added Jayson Tatum to the injury report for a knee issue and he didn’t play, spotlighting how non-public injury information can influence games and betting risk. The piece ties this to a broader inside-information problem in the NBA, cites a recent guilty plea by Damon Jones over mishandling such information, and argues for tighter limits to protect public integrity, while warning the NFL to watch for similar gambling-related issues.
Boston pivots to roster reshaping after a shocking first-round exit, using trade-exemption tools to address frontcourt and wing gaps, weighing Neemias Queta's $2.7M option and a potential extension; Jayson Tatum’s Achilles recovery and a knee stiffness noted after Game 7 loom as context for decisions. Brad Stevens pursued tax relief with the Simons–Vucevic swap that didn’t pay off in the playoffs, while Joe Mazzulla drew scrutiny for an unconventional rotation that produced zero points in the must-win Game 7.
Celtics star Jayson Tatum has been ruled out for Game 7 against the 76ers due to left knee stiffness, announced about 90 minutes before tip-off. With Tatum just 22 games into his return from an Achilles injury, it remains unclear who will replace him as Boston looks to close out Philadelphia after he left Game 6 for calf treatment and later described his leg as “a little stiff.”
Celtics star Jayson Tatum is listed as questionable with left knee stiffness for Game 7 against the 76ers, while Paul George is listed as probable due to illness, as the series tied 3-3 heads to Boston.
Jayson Tatum was ruled out with left knee stiffness ahead of Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers, a last-minute decision about 20 minutes before tip after initial optimism that he would play. With Tatum out, Jaylen Brown becomes the primary scorer as Boston leans on Derrick White, Payton Pritchard, and other role players like Hugo Gonzalez and Jordan Walsh to provide offense in a must-win playoff matchup.