What happened: The Philadelphia 76ers acquired Jaylen Brown in a blockbuster offseason trade involving veteran salary and four draft picks. The move gives Philadelphia an in-prime, high-volume scorer for the 2026-27 season.
Why it matters: The deal changes Philadelphia’s roster hierarchy and long-term financial outlook while raising expectations for the coming season. It also extends the league-wide debate surrounding the Jaylen Brown trade.
By the numbers: Brown averaged career highs of 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists in 2025-26. He earned All-NBA Second Team honors after helping produce a 56-26 record.
What to watch: Watch how Philadelphia structures its offense around Brown and completes its supporting roster.