Last Updated on April 4, 2025 by Mat Diekhake

Here is a detailed profile of basketballer Jaylen Brown:

  • Full Name: Jaylen Marseilles Brown
  • Nickname: JB, Cookies and Cream (with teammate Kristaps Porzingis with Boston Celtics)
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born on October 24, 1996
  • Hometown: Marietta, Georgia, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm)
  • Weight: 223 pounds (101 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7 feet (213 cm)
  • Shoe Size: Size 14 (US)
  • Shoe Brand: 741 Performance Rover, Nike Kobe 6 Protro, Nike Kobe 5 Protro, Adidas Dame 6, Adidas Harden Vol. 3, Adidas Crazy Explosive 2017
  • Number: 7 (Boston Celtics)
  • Position: Shooting Guard / Small Forward
  • High School: Wheeler High School in Marietta, Georgia
  • College: University of California, Berkeley (2015–2016)
  • NBA Draft: Selected in the 1st round (3rd overall pick) in the 2016 NBA Draft by the Boston Celtics
  • Teams Played For:
    • Boston Celtics (2016–present)
  • Championship Rings: None in the NBA (as of 2023)
  • Kids: None
  • Siblings: Quenton Brown (older brother)

Jaylen Brown has established himself as one of the NBA’s top two-way players, known for his scoring, defense, and athleticism. He’s been an All-Star and helped lead the Boston Celtics to multiple deep playoff runs, including the 2022 NBA Finals. In 2023, Brown signed the richest contract in NBA history, a supermax extension with the Celtics. Off the court, he is known for his activism, philanthropy, and involvement in social justice initiatives.

Notes:

  • Jaylen Brown’s height without shoes is listed as 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm). Jaylen Brown’s height with shoes is 6 ft 7 in (201 cm).
  • Jaylen Brown’s playing weight is approximately 223 pounds (101 kg).
  • Similar players to Jaylen Brown include Jimmy Butler, Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, DeMar DeRozan, Jrue Holiday, Zach LaVine, and Tracy McGrady.
  • Jaylen Brown has worn several Player Edition basketball shoes, including the Nike Air Zoom GT Cut 2 (‘Juice’ Custom colorway), Adidas Dame 6 (Ruthless colorway), and Adidas Crazy Explosive 2017 (Celtics colorway).