History of Jaylen Brown in Timeline

Jaylen Brown is an American professional basketball player for the Boston Celtics. After a year of college basketball at the University of California, where he earned first-team all-conference honors and was named Pac-12 Freshman of the Year, Brown entered the 2016 NBA draft. He was selected third overall by the Celtics and has since played both shooting guard and small forward for the team.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1968: John Havlicek NBA Finals Record

In 1968, John Havlicek became the first Celtic with 30+ points, 8+ rebounds, and 8+ assists in an NBA Finals game, a feat that Jaylen Brown matched in the 2024 NBA Finals.

1986: Larry Bird and Kevin McHale Record

In the 1986-87 NBA Season, Larry Bird and Kevin McHale of the Boston Celtics each scored at least 30 points in the same game for the fourth time. This feat was later matched by Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum.

October 24, 1996: Jaylen Brown's Birth

On October 24, 1996, Jaylen Marselles Brown was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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2010: Celtics Last NBA Finals Appearance

In 2010, the Celtics last appeared in the NBA Finals before Jaylen Brown helped them advance to the Finals in 2022.

2014: FIBA Americas Championship Gold Medal

In 2014, Jaylen Brown won a FIBA Americas Championship gold medal as part of the USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team.

May 1, 2015: Commitment to California Golden Bears

On May 1, 2015, Jaylen Brown committed to play for the Golden Bears at the University of California, Berkeley.

November 23, 2015: Season-High 11 Rebounds Against Sam Houston State

On November 23, 2015, Jaylen Brown recorded a season-high 11 rebounds during a victory against Sam Houston State.

November 27, 2015: 27 Points Against Richmond

On November 27, 2015, Jaylen Brown scored 27 points against Richmond.

2015: Top Recruit Ranking

In 2015, Jaylen Brown was rated a five-star recruit and ranked among the top players in his class by multiple scouting services.

2015: McDonald's All-American Selection

In 2015, Jaylen Brown was selected to play in the McDonald's All-American Boys Game.

2015: Marselles Brown's WBU C.A.M. Heavyweight Championship

In 2015, Jaylen Brown's father, Marselles Brown, became the WBU C.A.M. Heavyweight Champion in boxing.

January 1, 2016: Season-High 11 Rebounds Against Colorado

On January 1, 2016, Jaylen Brown recorded a season-high 11 rebounds during a victory against Colorado.

January 23, 2016: Season-High Seven Assists Against Arizona

On January 23, 2016, Jaylen Brown recorded a season-high seven assists along with 15 points in a narrow 74–73 victory over Arizona.

January 27, 2016: 27 Points Against Utah

On January 27, 2016, Jaylen Brown scored 27 points against Utah.

June 23, 2016: Drafted by Boston Celtics

On June 23, 2016, Jaylen Brown was selected by the Boston Celtics with the third overall pick in the 2016 NBA draft.

October 26, 2016: NBA Debut

On October 26, 2016, Jaylen Brown made his debut for the Celtics in a victory over the Brooklyn Nets, scoring nine points.

2016: NBA Draft

In 2016, Jaylen Brown declared for the NBA draft after his freshman season. He was then selected by the Boston Celtics with the third overall pick.

2016: Marselles Brown's WBU World Championship

In 2016, Jaylen Brown's father, Marselles Brown, achieved the title of WBU World Champion in boxing.

January 27, 2017: Career-High 20 Points

On January 27, 2017, Jaylen Brown scored a then career-high 20 points in a victory over the Orlando Magic.

January 31, 2017: First YouTube Video

On January 31, 2017, Jaylen Brown posted the first episode of his documentary-style video series, titled "FCHWPO: Pawn to E4", on his YouTube channel.

October 17, 2017: Career-High 25 Points

On October 17, 2017, Jaylen Brown scored a then-career-high 25 points in a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

March 2018: Concussion Sidelines Brown

In March 2018, Jaylen Brown missed two weeks due to a concussion.

December 6, 2018: Return From Injury

On December 6, 2018, Jaylen Brown returned after missing three games with a bruised lower back and scored 21 points in a victory over the New York Knicks.

October 2019: $115 Million Contract Extension

In October 2019, Jaylen Brown signed a four-year, $115 million contract extension with the Celtics.

December 28, 2019: Ties Career-High of 34 Points

On December 28, 2019, Jaylen Brown tied his career-high of 34 points in a victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

2019: MIT Media Lab Fellow

In 2019, Jaylen Brown was named as a MIT Media Lab fellow, collaborating with the university to create the Bridge Program.

December 30, 2020: Career-High 42 Points

On December 30, 2020, Jaylen Brown recorded a then-career-high 42 points in a victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.

2020: Eastern Conference Finals Appearance

In 2020, Jaylen Brown and the Celtics advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals, where they were eliminated by the Miami Heat.

February 24, 2021: NBA All-Star Selection

On February 24, 2021, Jaylen Brown was selected to the 2021 All-Star team as a reserve, marking his first NBA All-Star selection.

October 20, 2021: Career-High 46 Points in Season Opener

On October 20, 2021, Jaylen Brown recorded a then-career-high 46 points in the season-opening loss to the New York Knicks, setting a Celtics franchise record for points on opening night.

2021: Conversion to Islam

Jaylen Brown converted to Islam in 2021 and is a practicing Muslim.

January 2, 2022: Career-High 50 Points

On January 2, 2022, Jaylen Brown surpassed his career-high, scoring 50 points in an overtime victory over the Orlando Magic.

December 2, 2022: 37 Points and 14 Rebounds vs. Miami Heat

On December 2, 2022, Jaylen Brown recorded 37 points and 14 rebounds in an overtime loss to the Miami Heat.

2022: NBA Finals Appearance

In 2022, Jaylen Brown and the Celtics reached the NBA Finals but lost to the Golden State Warriors.

2022: All-NBA Second Team

In 2022, Jaylen Brown earned second-team All-NBA honors, making him eligible for the supermax contract extension.

2022: Celtics Reach NBA Finals

In 2022, Jaylen Brown helped the Celtics reach the NBA Finals.

January 11, 2023: Season-High 41 Points vs. New Orleans Pelicans

On January 11, 2023, Jaylen Brown scored a then-season-high 41 points in a victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.

July 25, 2023: $304 Million Contract Extension

On July 25, 2023, Jaylen Brown signed a five-year contract extension worth up to $304 million with the Celtics.

2023: Claims Best Season of Career

Later in the month of March 2024, Jaylen Brown claimed that the 2023-24 season had been the best season of his career.

January 22, 2024: Third Career Triple-Double

On January 22, 2024, Jaylen Brown recorded his third career triple-double in a victory over the Houston Rockets.

June 2024: Pilgrimage to Mecca

In June 2024, Jaylen Brown performed a pilgrimage to Mecca in the form of an Umrah.

2024: Relationship with Kysre Gondrezick

In 2024, Jaylen Brown attended the Celtics' championship parade and the ESPY Awards with WNBA player Kysre Gondrezick, whom he referred to as "my date."