What happened: Jaylen Brown converted an early look created alongside LeBron. The reps mark first preseason action for the duo ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.

Why it matters: The duo anchors a reworked Philadelphia core after Boston split its nine-year Brown-Tatum pairing for on-court fit. Early reps set the timeline for how quickly the pairing Brown said he was ready for settles.

What to watch: Watch upcoming preseason games for extended minutes for the starting group.