Team USA swingman and Boston Celtics rising star Jaylen Brown is not letting being a wing player limit what he can do on the basketball court.
In an interview with ESPN's Brian Windhorst, Brown — who is currently playing for Team USA in the FIBA World Cup — said that he's someone who can do many things on the floor. In fact, he believes that he is “not a position player” and that he is capable of playing whatever role the coach wants him to play.
“I feel like I'm not a position player, I'm a basketball player. 4-3-2, whatever coach needs me to do, I will make the adjustment,” Brown said.
“Obviously with Jayson out [for Team USA with an ankle sprain], there's a little more opportunity and maybe it was a little more visible. But every time I take the floor, I want to be aggressive.”
Brown has impressed his Team USA mates and even head coach Gregg Popovich for his performance so far in China. Kemba Walker and Joe Harris praised Brown for his aggressiveness and ability to make an impact on both ends of the floor, while Pop lauds his strength and ability to do everything on the court.
The 22-year-old Brown can certainly learn a lot from his stint with the national team, and his growth can only benefit the Celtics moving forward. Boston is a very talented team, but the development of the younger guys on the roster will determine their long-term success.
Brow figures to be a major player for the Celtics' future, and if he can truly develop into one of the best all-around players in the NBA, then he'd be set for a successful career.
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