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Boston trades Jaylen Brown to Sixers, forming Big Four

7/3/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Jaylen Brown is being traded from the Boston Celtics to Philadelphia 76ers, pending finalization by July 6.
The Celtics shopped Brown to eight to ten teams, signed Mitchell Robinson to four-year deal, showing the trade was not player-requested.
Brown posted on X that he feels excitement for Philadelphia and disappointment leaving Boston.
The Sixers add Brown to a roster with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe, creating a ‘Big Four.’

History

Historical Context

After the 2011-12 lockout cut the season to 66 games, Orlando Magic’s star center Dwight Howard, who had repeatedly demanded a trade, was dealt to the Los Angeles Lakers on August 10 2012. The multi-team deal sent Howard, Earl Clark and Chris Duhon to LA in exchange for Andrew Bynum, Josh McRoberts, Christian Eyenga and picks, pushing the Lakers’ payroll above $100 million.

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Story summary

Jaylen Brown is being traded from the Boston Celtics to Philadelphia 76ers, pending finalization by July 6.
The Celtics shopped Brown to eight to ten teams, signed Mitchell Robinson to four-year deal, showing the trade was not player-requested.
Brown posted on X that he feels excitement for Philadelphia and disappointment leaving Boston.
The Sixers add Brown to a roster with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe, creating a ‘Big Four.’

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