Boston Celtics: 2 main critiques of Jaylen Brown in 2021-22

Critique No. 2) Jaylen Brown’s ball-handling

Jaylen Brown still has the tendency to revert back to being an isolation player for the Boston Celtics, a habit even Marcus Smart criticized the Jays about to the media earlier this season.

While they have made noticeable leaps in their willingness to pass the ball, it seems there is a recent trend of backsliding here by JB.

Per CNLSMedia writer, Bobby Manning, the guard’s most recent performance was generally sloppy and the continuation of an ongoing trend in his game.

"“While the Celtics’ 95-92 loss to the Mavericks couldn’t squash Garnett day, it did hamper Brown’s highlight moments. He finished 6-for-16 with 14 points, several driving slams, 2-for-7 shooting from deep, five rebounds, four assists, and three turnovers. His burst to the rim showed it’s not simply his ankle injury from two weeks ago limiting his play. The quick decisions he’s playing out of in spot ball-handling opportunities continue to lead to mistakes and inefficient shooting nights.”"

As I mentioned previously, 10 turnovers in three games are glaring and it appears to be due to the star’s inability or unwillingness to change gears in his game.

To put it in layman’s terms, Jaylen Brown is playing way too fast and it’s leading to generally poor play on a nightly basis.

The bottom line here is the star guard needs to reduce turnovers by both playing at a more controllable pace and making smarter passes.