Re-grading the Sixers’ trade for Jaylen Brown ahead of first Celtics game

Bryan Toporek evaluates the offseason trade between the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics, giving Philadelphia an "A" and Boston an "A-" ahead of their upcoming matchup. The deal sent Jaylen Brown to the 76ers in exchange for Paul George and four draft picks, including two first-round selections. Toporek notes that landing Brown also enabled Philadelphia to sign LeBron James to a veteran-minimum contract in free agency.

Brown has contributed 22.3 points per game alongside strong defensive metrics for the 76ers. Meanwhile, Toporek highlights that George has provided Boston with financial flexibility, career-best three-point shooting, and strong defense. According to the analysis, neither team should currently experience buyer's remorse regarding the blockbuster trade.