Jaylen Brown says ‘bizarre’ criticism bothered him after moving on from Celtics

Jaylen Brown appeared in a Philadelphia 76ers uniform on Monday during the team's media day in Camden, New Jersey, following an offseason trade from the Boston Celtics. The permanent deal sent Brown to Philadelphia in exchange for Paul George, two first-round draft picks, and two second-round picks. Brown discussed the transition, noting the multiple mental, emotional, and physical phases required to adjust to his new team.

Brown addressed off-season media narratives, describing public criticism and anonymous reports regarding his character as concerning and bizarre. Sixers teammates Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey praised Brown's abilities, while Embiid acknowledged their past playoff battles and reflected on the departure of George.