Jaylen Brown releases statement after trade to 76ers, says he's 'excited and disappointed at the same time'
NBA star Jaylen Brown has issued a statement expressing mixed emotions following his trade from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers. The trade, which involved a package for Paul George, follows reports that the Celtics were actively shopping Brown despite his contributions to the team.
Why it matters
The trade marks a major shift in the NBA landscape, highlighting the often volatile nature of professional sports contracts and team management decisions.
Andy Backstrom Contributing writer Thu, July 2, 2026 at 8:12 PM UTC · 4 min read Jaylen Brown has spoken.
The article reports on the player's statement and the trade details using standard sports journalism practices.
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