Jaylen Brown releases a statement following a Wednesday trade that sends him from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers. In the remarks posted to social media, Brown expresses mixed emotions, saying he is “disappointed” by the move while also being “excited” to join his new team. He thanks the people of Boston for their support and acknowledges his time with the Celtics, including the team’s 2024 NBA championship, describing those experiences as lasting with him. Multiple reports note that Brown also frames his transition in terms of processing the shock of the trade, and that he addresses both Celtics fans and, in separate coverage, his effort to earn respect from 76ers supporters. CBS and other outlets highlight the sentiment from his statement that “actions speak louder than words,” while other reports describe his farewell as heartfelt and focused on gratitude toward Boston. The coverage consistently portrays Brown’s message as a combination of appreciation for his Celtics tenure and readiness to begin his next chapter in Philadelphia.