Injuries and setbacks are an unfortunate reality that can sometimes force members of a roster to elevate different aspects of their game. Even if a player does not permanently become the focal point of a team’s tendencies, the responsibilities learned during a time of crisis can pay dividends once full health is restored.

Through their first 20 games, the Boston Celtics have gone 11-9, and All-Star forward Jaylen Brown has been one of the squad’s most impactful contributors while Jayson Tatum continues to recover from the Achilles injury that he suffered last spring. Brown’s most recent outing in a 117-115 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers serves as a perfect example of why the former NBA Finals MVP’s campaign has been particularly impressive.

The 29-year-old posted 19 points and on

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