Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown competed in the playoffs despite suffering from a partially torn right meniscus, as reported by Moneyline's Ramona Shelburne. After missing the team's final three regular-season games due to this injury, Brown managed to adapt his gameplay and continue participating throughout the playoffs while enduring discomfort.

The Celtics experienced a challenging playoff run in 2025, plagued by injuries to key players. Superstar Jayson Tatum sustained a torn Achilles during the second round against the New York Knicks, significantly impacting the team's dynamics. Additionally, Kristaps Porziņģis faced an illness, limiting his playing time to an average of just 15.5 minutes per game in the series against New York.

The Celtics' quest to defend their championship title ended on Friday night with a decisive 119-81 defeat to the Knicks in Game 6. Despite Brown's effective field-goal percentage of 49.7 during this playoff series—the lowest of his postseason career—his perseverance through injury stood out. The 2024 NBA Finals MVP averaged 22.3 points, 7.2 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.0 steals per game across 10 playoff starts. Notably, he contributed 26 points and 12 assists in a crucial Game 5 victory that temporarily kept Boston's playoff hopes alive. Reflecting on the season's challenges, Brown emphasized, 'I don't make excuses.' He expressed pride in his and his team's ability to overcome physical adversity, stating, 'It's tough the way we went out tonight, but the way we finished the year, personally, I am proud of our group.'