But the season has proved otherwise, thanks to newfound talent in roleplayers and leadership from emerging superstar Jaylen Brown. The explosive pair have led the team to five Eastern Conference Finals appearances, two NBA Finals appearances, and one NBA Championship. Brown made the Eastern Conference finals in his rookie season, one year before Tatum was drafted. Despite this, Brown has willed the Celtics into the three seed of the Eastern Conference, with a 29-18 record. This season, Brown has averaged 29.8 points per game, which is not only the highest of his career, but the 4th highest league wide.