‘It’s Nothing To Talk About’: Sixers Star Discusses Playing Former team For The First Time Since Being Traded

Philadelphia 76ers forward Jaylen Brown addressed facing his former team, the Boston Celtics, for the first time since being traded during the offseason. Speaking after Philadelphia's 127-121 victory over the Chicago Bulls, Brown stated there was nothing to discuss regarding former co-star Jayson Tatum ahead of their upcoming Tuesday matchup, remarking, "He's on his side I'm on my side."

On July 1, Boston traded Brown to Philadelphia in a package for Paul George, two first-round draft picks, and two second-round draft picks. The contest marks a battle between the top two seeds in the Eastern Conference, with Philadelphia holding an NBA-best nine victories while Boston follows closely behind with eight wins.