Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown says he invests between $500,000 and $700,000 annually into his body to remain effective over the course of a grueling NBA season.
Speaking on the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast, the 28-year-old detailed his offseason and in-season approach to physical maintenance.
“I do a lot—especially in the summertime,” Brown said, via HoopsHype, referencing his pool training and therapy sessions.
When asked how much that lifestyle costs, Brown compared his routine to that of LeBron James, who is known for reportedly spending $1 million per year on personal recovery.
“It’s probably close—remember when LeBron came out and said he spends like a million dollars a year? It’s probably close to that,” Brown explained.
While clarifying the number isn’t exactly seven figures, he estimated it lands somewhere between $500,000 and $700,000.
According to Brown, that includes a team of private doctors and specialists outside the Celtics’ staff.
“You got to go outside of what the organization provides,” he said, citing the demands of playing at a high level on both ends of the floor while weighing 240 pounds.
Brown emphasized the toll that size and workload place on his knees and joints across a regular season.
“Knowing I exert energy at a high level—and I’m 240 pounds? That’s a lot,” he said.
The All-Star forward is averaging 22.5 points, 5.9 rebounds and 4.6 assists while playing 34.5 minutes per game this season.
Boston currently holds the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference with a 58–20 record, trailing only Cleveland.
He pointed out that players cannot rely solely on the medical and training services offered by their teams.
“Organizations only give you so much,” Brown said, adding that players must invest in themselves to maintain longevity and performance.
