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Jaylen Brown set to form All-Star trio with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey in Philadelphia
By Dan Gelston, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 2, 2026
· 5 min read
Reeling from an early exit in the NBA playoffs, Jaylen Brown was still a Boston Celtics star when he dissed Joel Embiid and called him a flopper on a livestream.“Joel Embiid is a great player, one of the best bigs in (expletive) basketball history,” Brown said. “Flops. He know it. This ain’t brea...
Key takeaway “Joel Embiid is a great player, one of the best bigs in (expletive) basketball history,” Brown said.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The ripple effects of the Jaylen Brown trade may be felt in the San Antonio area, particularly among fans of the Spurs, who will now face a more formidable opponent in the 76ers. As the Spurs look to rebuild and compete in the Western Conference, they will likely encounter the revamped 76ers roster, featuring Brown, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey, in potential playoff matchups. The trade serves as a reminder that the NBA landscape is constantly shifting, and teams like the Spurs must adapt to stay competitive. With the 76ers poised to make a deep playoff run, the Spurs will need to reassess their strategy and prepare for the challenges that come with facing a loaded roster like Philadelphia's. The addition of Brown to the 76ers will undoubtedly make the NBA playoffs more intriguing, and Spurs fans will be watching closely to see how their team responds to the new-look 76ers.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Reeling from an early exit in the NBA playoffs, Jaylen Brown was still a Boston Celtics star when he dissed Joel Embiid and called him a flopper on a livestream.“Joel Embiid is a great player, one of the best bigs in (expletive) basketball history,” Brown said. “Flops. He know it. This ain’t brea...
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