Celtics' Jaylen Brown Receives Knee Pain Injection Ahead of Playoffs

Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown received pain management injections in his right knee to address a bone bruise as the team prepares for the NBA playoffs. Despite dealing with this injury for nearly a month, he is expected to be ready for the Celtics' first-round playoff game set for April 19 or 20. Brown has missed several games due to this knee issue, which will also prevent him from qualifying for postseason awards due to not meeting the 65-game requirement. Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis emphasized the importance of Brown prioritizing his health over his competitive mindset. Brown has averaged 22.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in 63 games this season, contributing to the Celtics' securing of the second seed in the Eastern Conference. Coach Joe Mazzulla expressed confidence in Brown's readiness for the playoffs despite the ongoing concerns about his knee.