Boston Celtics small forward Jaylen Brown is turning heads left and right for Team USA.
Brown's Celtics teammate Kemba Walker and Brooklyn Nets shooting guard Joe Harris talked about how impressive Brown has been in the FIBA World Cup after Team USA defeated Brazil on Monday.
“His athleticism, his length, his ability to attack. He didn’t even shoot but just puts so much pressure on opposing team’s fours,” Harris said via, John Karalis of Mass Live. “And then he can pretty much defend every position, too. He’s really versatile for us on both ends of the ball, especially offensively, just being able to attack against team’s fours.”
“He’s been playing well. Really aggressive and we need him, especially at that four position,” Walker said. “I think it’s kind of new for him. He just brings so many advantages at that position. He’s been playing well, and we need him to keep it up.”
Jaylen Brown has seen more time on the court in the wake of Jayson Tatum's ankle injury. The Celtics swingman put up 11 points, four rebounds and four assists against Brazil.
Team USA will face France on Wednesday to begin the knockout round of the FIBA World Cup. USA is looking to win the tournament for the third consecutive time.
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