Jaylen Brown and the Celtics are opting for rest over a potential reward with the NBA playoffs just over a week away.

There is, however, one primary concern about the defending champs as the postseason nears: the health of Jaylen Brown, reigning Finals MVP and potential All-NBA selection this year. For most of the season Brown provided his usual high-level two-way play for the Celtics,

Jaylen Brown will miss Friday's game against the Hornets, also meaning he won't hit the 65-game mark on the season.