Jaylen Brown's skills and athleticism are unquestioned. His scoring and board work are superb, and his handles and free throw shooting have advanced. But he lacks the one quality that is required for superstar status - other than drawing a lot of attention on offense, he just doesn't make his teammates better.
Over the years, guys like Bob Cousy, Bill Russell, John Havlicek and Larry Bird have significantly contributed to the progress and production of their teammates. We can now add Jayson Tatum to that list.
I keep saying, they have different skills sets. They are complimentary because sometimes Tatum is slow to get scoring. Meanwhile he does other things to impact game, rebounds,facilitating, defense. Brown will start scoring from the jump. when Tatum leaves game things slip….
— Cheryl a fullerton (@Cherylafullert1) January 24, 2023
Jayson contributes to wins in so many ways. When his shots are not falling, he works hard on the boards and on defense - and makes sure the other Guys-in-Green get involved. Not so much with Brown.
Like Boston's superstars of yesteryear, things often hit the skids when Tatum is off the floor. Jaylen Brown, the youngster once labeled as "too intelligent for the NBA", has the sense to know what will elevate him to superstar status.
Spot on here Tom.
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