Boston Celtics surge as Jaylen Brown claims Eastern Conference Player of the Week with dominant performances—can he secure a spot on the All-NBA First Team this season? In a new mailbag episode, host John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal rates Brown’s scoring and playmaking, debating whether five assists per game or a scorching 50% field goal mark is more achievable. The conversation highlights improving shooting from Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, plus breakout performances from rookie Jordan Walsh, whose surprising rise begs the question: could his defensive ceiling reach Shane Battier territory?Karalis examines Joe Mazzulla’s coaching evolution, draws compelling parallels to Erik Spoelstra, and weighs the Celtics’ coaching clinic against rising contenders in the East. Key topics include Mazzulla's Coach of the Year prospects, Al Horford’s regret in Golden State, and the future All-Star potential of White and Pritchard. Locked On Celtics breaks down Boston’s path to the top amid injury obstacles and elite competition—can they sustain this momentum?Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Mint MobileTurn your expensive wireless present into a huge wireless savings future by switching to Mint.Shop Mint Unlimited Plans at http://MINTMOBILE.com/LOCKEDONNBA.Disclaimer: Limited time offer. Upfront payment of: $45 for 3-mo., $90 for 6-mo., or $180 for 12-mo. plan required($15/mo. equivalent). Taxes & fees Initial plan term only.  Greater Than 35GB may slow when network is busy. Capable device required. Availability, speed, & coverage varies. See mintmobile.com.QuoMake this the year where no opportunity and no customer slips away.Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://www.Quo.com/lockedonnba.Quo — no missed calls, no missed customers.ZocdocStop putting off your doctor’s appointments and get the care you need.Go to htps://Zocdoc.com/lockedonnba to find and instantly book a top-rated doctortoday.RobinhoodYou expect more from yourself. Expect more from your money. Get started today at robinhood.com/yourmoney. Your money. Your move. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. Options, futures, and crypto trading carry significant risk and may not suit all investors. Securities offered through Robinhood Financial LLC, member SIPC. Futures trading is offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC and not SPIC or FDIC protected. Crypto offered through Robinhood Crypto, LLC (NMLS ID 1702840), not FDIC or SIPC protected. Portfolio management offered by Robinhood Strategies, an SEC-registered advisor.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA