Coming into the 2016 NBA Draft out of The University of California, Jaylen Brown was viewed as a raw, athletic wing with the potential to be a plus slasher and defender at the highest level.
As many considered Brown a safe pick between selections 5-10, media members across the sport criticized Danny Ainge and the Boston Celtics for taking the PAC-12 standout 3rd overall – declaring it a ‘reach’.
Although Brown did little to improve his stock during his rookie campaign, he looked like a drastically different player a year later, sporting a more consistent and diverse offensive game and a newfound ability to create looks for himself and others.