Overview
- Brown said he tore all the ligaments in his left wrist in 2021 and has dealt with recurring problems since the surgery.
- He explained he has undergone platelet-rich plasma injections, stem-cell treatments and other procedures to restore range of motion.
- Setbacks have included swelling and limited movement that can last weeks, with a notable flare during the 2023 Eastern Conference finals.
- He said newer treatments have improved blood flow and helped his function, though day-to-day feel varies.
- Despite the history, the Celtics list only two absences for illness in their first 34 games, and Brown is averaging 29.7 points, 6.4 rebounds and 4.9 assists.