Jaylen Brown is set to face former Boston Celtics teammate Jayson Tatum for the first time since his move to Philadelphia when the 76ers host Boston on Tuesday, Nov. 10.

Tipoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET, according to a preview by Sportsnet’s Steven Loung and Sportsnet Staff. Philadelphia enters with a 9–2 record, while Boston is 8–2, putting the teams atop the Eastern Conference.

Brown and Tatum won an NBA championship together in 2024. Their paths separated after Boston traded Brown to Philadelphia for a package centred on draft picks and Paul George, Sportsnet reported.

The matchup follows a difficult stretch for Tatum, who suffered an Achilles injury against the New York Knicks during the 2025 playoffs and missed most of the following season. Brown took on a larger role during his absence.

Speaking to reporters Sunday, Brown downplayed the significance of facing his former teammate.

“(Tatum’s) on his side, I’m on my side. We’re playing basketball. Both of us are trying to win,” Brown said, according to Sportsnet. “So, there’s nothing to talk about. Just check the ball up.”

Tuesday’s game will be in Philadelphia. Brown’s return to play in Boston is scheduled for Jan. 21.

Sources