Career Timeline of Jaylen Brown: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Jaylen Brown made an impact.

Jaylen Brown is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Boston Celtics in the NBA. After a single year playing college basketball for the California Golden Bears, 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 subsequently selected by the Celtics as the third overall pick. In his professional career, Brown has played both shooting guard and small forward positions for the team.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1968: Joins Havlicek in Finals Feat

During the 2024 NBA Finals, Brown became the second Celtic with 30+ points, 8+ rebounds, and 8+ assists in an NBA Finals game, joining John Havlicek (1968).

2010: Celtics First NBA Finals Appearance Since 2010

In 2022, Jaylen Brown advanced to the NBA Finals for the first time in his career and the Celtics' first NBA Finals appearance since 2010.

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, Berkeley

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 in a victory against Sam Houston State.

November 27, 2015: 27 points against Richmond

On November 27, 2015, Jaylen Brown scored 27 points against Richmond while playing for the Golden Bears.

2015: Ranked as Top Recruit

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

2015: McDonald's All-American Selection

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

January 1, 2016: Season-high 11 rebounds against Colorado

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

January 23, 2016: Season-high 7 assists against Arizona

On January 23, 2016, Jaylen Brown recorded a season-high seven assists to go 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 while playing for the Golden Bears.

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 NBA draft.

October 26, 2016: NBA Debut with Celtics

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

2016: Brown drafted by the Celtics

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.

January 27, 2017: Career-High 20 Points vs. Orlando Magic

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

October 17, 2017: Debut with Jayson Tatum and Career High

On October 17, 2017, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum debuted together for the Celtics in a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, where Brown scored a then-career-high 25 points.

December 6, 2018: Return from Injury

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

October 2019: Contract Extension with Celtics

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

December 28, 2019: Ties Career-High with 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 and collaborated with the university to create the Bridge Program.

December 30, 2020: Career-High 42 Points Against Grizzlies

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

2020: Playoff Run to Eastern Conference Finals

In 2020, Jaylen Brown and the Celtics advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals, ultimately being eliminated by the Miami Heat.

February 24, 2021: Named NBA All-Star

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

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.

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. Heat

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

2022: Celtics reach NBA Finals

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

2022: NBA Finals Appearance

In 2022, Jaylen Brown played a key role in the Celtics' journey to the NBA Finals, where they ultimately lost to the Golden State Warriors in six games.

2022: Eligibility for Supermax Extension

In 2023, Jaylen Brown was eligible for the five-year "supermax" extension after making second-team All-NBA during the 2022-23 season.

January 11, 2023: Season-High 41 Points vs. 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: Signs Richest Contract Extension in NBA History

On July 25, 2023, Jaylen Brown signed a five-year contract extension worth up to $304 million with the Celtics, making it the richest deal in NBA history at the time.