After the Boston Celtics secured a win against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night, star player Jaylen Brown addressed LeBron James’s comments regarding his MVP candidacy. Brown confidently affirmed his belief that he is the best two-way player currently in the NBA.
Brown Embraces Praise and Highlights His Role on the Team
Honored by recognition from the Lakers legend, Brown expressed steadfast confidence in his impact on both offense and defense. He emphasized his durability, leadership, and contribution beyond typical statistics as key factors in his performance.
Just come with the same mentality as I have from day one. Don’t let the praise or the warmth or the criticism make or break you. Just come out and be Jaylen Brown,
the Celtics star said via Bobby Krivitsky.
Who I am, I feel like I’m the best two-way player in the world,
Brown stated.
I play both ends of the court night to night. I’m available, which is hard to do. I’m a leader. I help lead my team, empower my team to come out and play confidently, stuff that doesn’t always show up in the analytics. And I’m a winner. I come out and try to win every single night.
Expressing Gratitude Amid a Historic Rivalry
Brown also reflected on the significance of the Celtics-Lakers rivalry and the honor of receiving commendation from LeBron James, calling him arguably the greatest player in basketball history.
So, I’m grateful. It’s an honor to play in the Celtics-Lakers rivalry. It’s an honor for LeBron, who’s arguably the best player to ever play the game, to give me some high praise. So, I’m just grateful. I wake up every morning grateful (and) humbled,
he added.
Brown’s Impact in the Current Season and Team Success
In the recent game, Brown scored 32 points, recorded 8 rebounds, and provided 7 assists, fueling the Celtics’ 37th victory of the season. At 29 years old, he averages 29.2 points, 7 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game, contributing significantly to Boston’s strong 37-19 record in the Eastern Conference.
Brown’s all-around excellence and leadership continue to play a central role as the Celtics remain among the top contenders in the NBA.
Jaylen Brown to @ramonashelburne on LeBron James talking about Brown’s MVP case after the Celtics’ win over the Lakers:
“Just come with the same mentality as I have from day one. Don't let the praise or the warmth or the criticism make or break you. Just come out and be Jaylen… pic.twitter.com/bCN0IofO70
— Bobby Krivitsky (@BobbyKrivitsky) February 23, 2026
