Jaylen Brown named Eastern Conference Player of the Week

Jaylen Brown dribbles against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday.Someone forgot to tell the Warriors that the All-Star break was over and they were allowed to guard Jaylen Brown.

Golden State’s bold strategy backfired, as Brown erupted for 29 points in the Celtics’ 140-88 shellacking Sunday afternoon. He probably could have dropped a relatively stress-free 40 if he continued to play.

More teams should take this strategy https://t.co/P8fDaSBZSy

— Jaylen Brown (@FCHWPO) March 4, 2024 This was simply his latest masterful performance in a string of strong showings. Brown averaged 28.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3 assists and 1 steal this week, guiding the Celtics to a 3-0 record and garnering Eastern…