Philadelphia 76ers Receive: G/F Jaylen Brown, F/C Robert Williams III, 2025 First-Round Pick (BOS). 2027 First-Round Pick (BOS)

Boston Celtics Receive: C Joel Embiid

Meanwhile, so much of what happens in the NBA happens in relation to the NBA championship. 

After all, that’s the ultimate goal. If a team’s core hasn’t won a title yet, they’re on the clock. The more time passes without a championship, the more people will start to speculate about whether they’re likely to stay together. 

The Celtics could accomplish that goal this year. They made the NBA Finals last season, and they’re major contenders again in 2022-23.

Look for them to retain Brown if they reach the NBA’s peak. 

NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers & Boston Celtics Updates

Of course, the Sixers could do the same. Embiid and James Harden are likely the best duo in the NBA. As long as that holds true, they’re in the mix. 

If they come up short, could they really trade Embiid?