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Jaylen Brown Responds to Concerns Over 76ers Setup

The Philadelphia 76ers' projected starting lineup features four players who averaged more than 20 points per game last season.

Jaylen Brown, one of the Philadelphia 76ers' top prospects, addressed concerns about the team's roster composition during his introductory press conference. The 76ers have assembled a formidable lineup, featuring four players who averaged over 20 points per game last season. Returning stars Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, coupled with recent acquisition Jaylen Brown, form the core of the team.

LeBron James, who played for the Los Angeles Lakers in his final season, averaged just over 20 points per game. When questioned about the concerns regarding the team's size, Brown firmly stated that his primary focus is winning. "My attention is solely on victory. In this phase of my career, nothing else holds significance for me.

Whether it's MVP or Finals MVP awards, they matter nothing to me," Brown asserted. His sole motivation is securing a championship. Brown had been Boston Celtics' primary player during the 2025-26 season, as Jayson Tatum recuperated from a torn Achilles tendon. Over 71 games, Brown recorded a career-high average of 28.7 points per game.

The 76ers are among the leading contenders to clinch the Eastern Conference title in the upcoming season.

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