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Jaylen Brown refutes report about trade request from Celtics

"I never demanded a trade. I never made a list of ultimatums."

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 3:46 PM
Jaylen Brown refutes report about trade request from Celtics
Key Things to Know
  • Jaylen Brown refuted reports claiming he demanded a trade or issued ultimatums to the Boston Celtics.
  • Broadcaster Brian Scalabrine originally reported Brown had demands before walking back the claim.
  • The Boston Celtics traded Brown to Philadelphia in exchange for Paul George and two first-round draft picks.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Jaylen Brown strongly denied reports that he demanded a trade or gave ultimatums prior to leaving the Boston Celtics. The Philadelphia 76ers guard directly addressed allegations made by NBC Sports Boston broadcaster Brian Scalabrine, calling the claims false and stating he wants to focus on his new chapter in Philadelphia.

The Boston Celtics traded Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George and two first-round draft picks. Scalabrine previously claimed Brown made a list of demands, though he later walked back the comments by admitting he did not know the specifics and acknowledging Brown technically did not request a trade.

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