Jaylen Brown is an American professional basketball player for the Boston Celtics. Before joining the NBA, he played college basketball for the California Golden Bears, where he earned accolades like first-team all-conference and Freshman of the Year in the Pac-12 Conference.
During the 2021-22 season, Jaylen Brown and teammate Jayson Tatum tied and then broke the Celtics' franchise record for most games with both players scoring 30 or more points, a record previously held by Larry Bird and Kevin McHale since the 1986-87 season.
Jaylen Marselles Brown was born on October 24, 1996.
Jaylen Brown won a gold medal at the 2014 FIBA Americas Championship as a member of the USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team.
Jaylen Brown decided to play college basketball for the University of California, Berkeley, joining the Golden Bears and coach Cuonzo Martin on May 1, 2015.
Jaylen Brown had standout rebounding performances with 11 rebounds in games against Sam Houston State on November 23, 2015, and Colorado on January 1, 2016, during his time with the Golden Bears.
Jaylen Brown showcased his scoring ability, achieving 27 points in games against Richmond on November 27, 2015, and Utah on January 27, 2016, while playing for the California Golden Bears.
Jaylen Brown was chosen to play in the prestigious McDonald's All-American Boys Game in 2015.
Jaylen Brown was widely regarded as one of the best basketball prospects in the class of 2015, ranked as high as third by Rivals.
Marselles Brown, Jaylen Brown's father and a professional boxer, secured the WBU C.A.M. Heavyweight Championship in 2015, showcasing his boxing prowess.
Jaylen Brown had standout rebounding performances with 11 rebounds in games against Sam Houston State on November 23, 2015, and Colorado on January 1, 2016, during his time with the Golden Bears.
Jaylen Brown displayed his versatility on January 23, 2016, contributing 15 points and a season-high seven assists in a victory against Arizona.
Jaylen Brown showcased his scoring ability, achieving 27 points in games against Richmond on November 27, 2015, and Utah on January 27, 2016, while playing for the California Golden Bears.
The Boston Celtics selected Jaylen Brown as the third overall pick in the 2016 NBA draft on June 23, 2016.
Jaylen Brown declared for the NBA draft and was selected by the Boston Celtics with the third overall pick in 2016.
Jaylen Brown's father, Marselles Brown, a professional boxer, achieved a significant milestone in 2016 by becoming the WBU World Champion, adding to his previous title of WBU C.A.M. Heavyweight Champion in 2015.
Jaylen Brown was recognized for his strong rookie season in 2016-17 by being named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team.
On January 27, 2017, Jaylen Brown achieved a then career-high 20 points in a win against the Orlando Magic.
On January 31, 2017, Jaylen Brown premiered his YouTube documentary series, "FCHWPO: Pawn to E4," offering viewers a glimpse into his life on and off the court. The title reflects Brown's passion for chess, with "FCHWPO" standing for his motto: Faith, Consistency, Hard Work Pays Off.
Jaylen Brown started the 2017-18 season strong, scoring a then career-high 25 points against the Cleveland Cavaliers on October 17, 2017.
Jaylen Brown faced a setback in March 2018 when he was sidelined for two weeks due to a concussion.
Jaylen Brown set a new career-high with 32 points in a win against the Chicago Bulls on April 6, 2018.
Jaylen Brown signed a lucrative four-year, $115 million contract extension with the Celtics and later tied his career-high of 34 points against the Cleveland Cavaliers on December 28, 2019.
In 2019, Jaylen Brown was named a fellow at the MIT Media Lab, further demonstrating his commitment to education and technology. Through this fellowship, he co-founded the Bridge Program, an initiative aimed at mentoring young people of color in the Greater Boston area who aspire to careers in STEM fields.
Jaylen Brown had an outstanding performance on December 30, 2020, scoring a then career-high 42 points against the Memphis Grizzlies.
In the 2020 playoffs, Jaylen Brown and the Celtics reached the Eastern Conference Finals, marking their third appearance in Brown's four seasons with the team.
Jaylen Brown earned his first NBA All-Star selection as a reserve for the 2021 All-Star Game, a testament to his growing prominence in the league.
In the Celtics' season opener on October 20, 2021, Jaylen Brown set a new career-high with 46 points against the New York Knicks.
Jaylen Brown surpassed his previous career-high by scoring 50 points against the Orlando Magic on January 2, 2022.
On December 2, 2022, Jaylen Brown put up an impressive performance with 37 points, 14 rebounds, and 5 assists against the Miami Heat. Despite his efforts, the Celtics lost in overtime, but Brown's long three-pointer with 1.7 seconds left in regulation forced the extra period.
Jaylen Brown, along with the Boston Celtics, reached the NBA Finals in 2022.
Jaylen Brown's exceptional performance throughout the 2022-23 season earned him a coveted spot on the All-NBA Second Team. This recognition not only solidified his place among the league's elite but also paved the way for his historic contract extension.
On January 11, 2023, Jaylen Brown achieved a season-high 41 points, shooting 15-of-21 from the field, and added 12 rebounds in a dominant win against the New Orleans Pelicans. This game marked Brown's fifth 40-point game and the 10th time he and teammate Jayson Tatum combined for 70+ points, maintaining an undefeated record in those games.
Jaylen Brown was honored with his second NBA All-Star Game selection on February 2, 2023, solidifying his status as one of the league's premier players.
In a landmark deal, Jaylen Brown signed a five-year contract extension worth a record-breaking $304 million with the Boston Celtics on July 25, 2023. This massive extension, surpassing Nikola Jokić's previous record, was made possible by Brown's selection to the All-NBA Second Team during the 2022-23 season.
During the 2023-24 season, Jaylen Brown expressed that he considered it to be the best of his career thus far, highlighting his continued growth and development as a player.
Jaylen Brown demonstrated his all-around skills on January 22, 2024, recording his third career triple-double with 13 points, 11 rebounds, 10 assists, and 3 steals, leading the Celtics to a 116-107 victory over the Houston Rockets.
Jaylen Brown delivered a clutch performance in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals on May 21, 2024. He recorded 26 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists, including a game-tying three-pointer that forced overtime against the Indiana Pacers, ultimately securing a 133-128 victory for the Celtics.
Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics reached the NBA Finals for the second time in 2024.