Celtics owner Chisholm reflects on the difficult Jaylen Brown trade

Boston’s decision to trade Jaylen Brown marked one of the franchise’s most delicate summer moments, and owner Bill Chisholm acknowledged how personally difficult the choice was. Speaking on WEEI, he described the tension between his instincts as a fan and his responsibility as steward of the Celtics’ legacy, saying he needed to “remove the fan passion” from the process. On July 1, Boston sent Brown to Philadelphia for Paul George, two first‑round picks and two second‑rounders, after even exploring the possibility of securing four firsts.

Chisholm ultimately trusted Brad Stevens and the basketball operations group, praising their conviction. Brown was coming off a career‑best season with 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists, earning Second Team All‑NBA honors before Boston fell to the 76ers in a seven‑game first‑round exit. Chisholm emphasized Brown’s impact on the community and the team, while highlighting Boston’s shift toward a more experienced core built around Jayson Tatum.