Or at least that is the point of view of the hosts of the "How Bout Them Celtics!" podcast, Jack Simone and Sam LaFrance. They took some time on a recent episode of their show to talk over how the University of Iowa alum will likely take on a more important role with the Celtics in the 2026-27 NBA regular season despite likely seeing less consistent minutes thanks to several new additions to the team.

What ways can the Boston Celtics be affected by the Los Angeles Clippers - Kawhi Leonard scandal? In the wake of the NBA cap circumvention scandal that has rocked the league, the severe punishments handed down by Association Commissioner Adam Silver last week could hit the Clippers for a half-decade and beyond with the record five first round draft picks being taken.

The former Boston star was a talisman at times for the C's, culminating with a Finals MVP triumph in 2024. Things soured across his final season in Boston, however. After being dumped out of the postseason by the 76ers, Brown joined them, falling into Philadelphia's lap in exchange for Paul George, two first-round picks and two second-round picks.