In the last couple of years, the Boston Celtics have put together a talent-laden roster that has put them into contention in the Eastern Conference.

One of those pieces is second-year forward Jaylen Brown, who showed some promise in his rookie campaign last year. During a recent interview with CSNNE’s Abby Chin, Brown made it clear that he's hoping to use the Summer League as a jumping off point to prove to the Celtics that he can be a playmaker.

“I’m using Summer League to prove a point,” he said in the interview. “That I want to be someone who can add and contribute, and be a playmaker on this team right away. I don’t want to wait two, three, four years down the line. I think I’m ready now, and I’m going to continue to get better to show that I’m better now.”

Brown has been one of the driving forces for the Celtics, holding a 2-0 mark in the Summer League. He and rookie forward Jayson Tatum have quickly become a strong duo on the floor, both making big impacts offensively. Through the first two games, Brown is averaging 12.0 points and 5.5 rebounds in 27.5 minutes per contest.

There will be much competition for playing time in the frontcourt for the 20-year-old next season, as the additions of Tatum and All-Star forward Gordon Hayward, who both play the same position as Brown, could make it difficult for him to earn significant playing time.

This puts more pressure on the Cal product to show improvement in training camp and the preseason in order to earn a consistent role off the bench. That said, the first step is putting his skills on full display in the Summer League.