More than a month after the Boston Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to the rival Philadelphia 76ers, he finally addressed the media in his introductory press conference. Brown, who had been focused on recruiting LeBron James, discussed his transition and relationships with former teammates.

In a candid moment, Brown opened up about his relationship with Jayson Tatum, stating that communication has been limited since the trade. He expressed respect for Tatum, saying, "We won a championship together... Obviously, there's ups and downs in any type of relationship. But on my end, there's nothing but respect."

Brown also expressed disappointment in how the Celtics handled his exit, noting that he felt unsettled by the trade process. "The whole process," he said, was frustrating, but he remains grateful for his time in Boston, emphasizing, "I'm very grateful for my experience."

As he joins the 76ers, questions arise about team dynamics, especially with the presence of stars like Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. Brown rejected the notion of needing to establish whose team it is, stating, "It doesn't have to be anybody's team... To win, you got to be able to sacrifice and have trust and communication."

Brown’s defensive prowess will be crucial, given the team’s current roster dynamics. He aims to contribute significantly on defense while minimizing turnovers.

Reflecting on his new teammates, Brown mentioned that he and Embiid have maintained a friendly relationship, even discussing soccer together. He acknowledged the importance of putting in the work to transform their talented roster into a championship-winning team. "On paper, we look great, but let's slow down. It takes real work every day to make something like this happen," he concluded.