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Celtics Announce Jaylen Brown News on Sunday

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Gavin Groe | Last updated Jan 11, 2026 5:17 PM ET

The Boston Celtics have remained one of the NBA’s strongest teams as the season reaches its midway point, firmly positioned in the playoff picture while awaiting the possible return of Jayson Tatum.

Much of their success has been driven by the play of Jaylen Brown, who is enjoying the finest season of his 10-year career.

The 29-year-old forward has embraced the role of Boston’s primary scoring option and delivered with remarkable efficiency, averaging 29.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.0 steal while shooting 49.5% from the field and 37.6% from 3-point range through 36 appearances.

His consistency and leadership have kept the Celtics competitive and elevated his standing among the league’s elite players.

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Boston’s momentum hit a snag on Saturday with a 100–95 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, a game that highlighted some of the team’s lingering issues.

Brown delivered another strong scoring performance, but his frustration was evident afterward as he voiced displeasure with the officiating and a significant free throw disparity.

Compounding matters, Brown was added to the injury report with back spasms ahead of Monday’s matchup against the Indiana Pacers.

It is not the first time he has dealt with the issue this year, and the Celtics will monitor his status closely given how vital he has been to their success.

Injury Report update:

Jaylen Brown - Low Back Spasms - DOUBTFUL
Sam Hauser - Right Hamstring Tightness - QUESTIONABLE
Josh Minott - Left Ankle Sprain - OUT
Jayson Tatum - Right Achilles Repair - OUT https://t.co/klNifpGSCu
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) January 11, 2026

Brown’s importance to Boston today is underscored by the career he has already built. Drafted third overall in the 2016 NBA Draft, he has steadily grown into one of the franchise’s defining players.

Over the past decade, he has earned four All-Star selections, an All-NBA nod and played a central role in delivering the Celtics’ 2024 championship, where he was named Finals MVP. Those achievements highlight both his consistency and his ability to rise in the biggest moments.

Boston committed to him long term in 2023 with a five-year extension worth up to $304 million, keeping him under contract through the 2028–29 season. That investment reflects not only his past success but also the expectation that he will continue to anchor the Celtics’ pursuit of titles in the years ahead.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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