Celtics backed to win Jaylen Brown trade

Brown averaged 28.7 points last season

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 141 min read

What happened: Boston moved Brown this offseason, ending his 10-season run with the franchise.

Why it matters: The judgment will hinge on whether the Celtics' new structure sustains contention in 2026-27.

By the numbers: Brown averaged 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game in 2025-26.

What to watch: Boston's opening months will provide the first on-court test of that outlook.

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