# WHY was Jaylen Brown Traded? Ownership? Brad Stevens Mistake?

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Podcast: [Locked On Celtics - Daily Podcast On The Boston Celtics](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-celtics-daily-podcast-on-the-boston-celtics-845798)
Published: 2026-07-03T02:11:29+00:00
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Boston Celtics shock the NBA world by trading Jaylen Brown for Paul George, signaling a bold, championship-or-bust mindset. Is Boston’s famed “North Star” now purely about titles over loyalty? John Karalis of Celtics On SI breaks down the cold, calculated approach driving the Celtics’ front office, the impact of the new collective bargaining agreement, and how this seismic move changes the team’s identity and future ambitions. Tom Westerholm joins to discuss Brad Stevens’ evolving roster philosophy, ownership’s role in the current NBA financial climate, and the ripple effects for Jayson Tatum’s legacy. Key topics include the ripple effect of losing Brown, potential trade targets—including Anthony Edwards—and the critical importance of planning around massive contracts and the first and second apron. Will Boston’s gamble for an elite star pay off, or does this risk derail the Celtics’ championship window?

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