The reason Bass feels like a “young 30” is one of the reasons Celtics coach Brad Stevens said he was so “thankful” the veteran was with him his first two years as an NBA coach.
“The biggest influence that Brandon had – beside the fact that he’s a good basketball player – was the way he came to work every day,” Stevens said. “On off days he was in, stretching, lifting, taking care of his body with our training staff. He eats exceptionally well. He just prioritizes his body. He played 82 games two straight years.
“I am very fond of Brandon.