Jaylen Brown has been awarded the NBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week for the period of December 22 to 28. This recognition comes from an impressive performance where he averaged 32.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 1.7 steals per game. His shooting percentages were notable: 55.9% from the field, 42.9% from three-point range, and 80% from the free-throw line.
Notable Achievements of Jaylen Brown
This award marks the sixth Player of the Week honor in Brown’s career. Remarkably, this is his second award in just three weeks, having previously earned the title in early December.
- Average Points: 32.7
- Average Rebounds: 6.3
- Average Assists: 3.3
- Average Steals: 1.7
Celtics Record and Game Highlights
In his last games, Brown delivered exceptional performances. He scored 31 points, grabbed 9 rebounds, and recorded 2 assists against the Indiana Pacers on December 25. He followed this up with another outstanding outing, posting 30 points, 4 assists, and 4 steals against them again on December 28. His crowning moment came when he tallied 37 points, alongside 7 rebounds and 4 assists in a challenging game on December 31, resulting in his ninth consecutive game registering at least 30 points. This achievement ties him with Larry Bird for the Celtics’ record.
Countdown to Player of the Month
Brown’s individual accomplishments position him as a strong contender for the NBA Eastern Conference Player of the Month for December. With impressive averages of 32.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game, he leads the league in scoring for the month.
- Previous Player of the Month: Cade Cunningham (November)
- Western Conference Player of the Month: Nikola Jokic (November)
Another notable candidate is Jalen Brunson, who previously received the Player of the Week recognition. During December, Brunson has averaged 31.1 points, 6.7 assists, and 3.2 rebounds per game.
Closing Game of December
The Celtics are gearing up for their final game of the year against the Utah Jazz. This matchup offers Brown another opportunity to solidify his case for recognition as the Player of the Month. The continuing excellence displayed by Brown has made him a standout player in the NBA this season.
