Jaylen Brown has never been one to shy away from the spotlight, but this season, it’s not just his game that’s turning heads - it’s his hair. Or more specifically, the viral moments where remnants of his hair treatment have ended up on opposing players during games.
Social media, of course, had a field day. But in true JB fashion, the Celtics star isn’t ducking the jokes - he’s owning them.
Brown recently opened up about the situation in an interview, giving fans a glimpse into how he’s handled the unexpected attention. Yes, he was caught off guard at first.
Yes, he felt a little embarrassed. But instead of letting the internet noise rattle him, he leaned into it with the same confidence and poise he brings to the hardwood every night.
“I was a little bit embarrassed,” Brown admitted. “And then I got mad at myself for being embarrassed at all.”
That moment of self-awareness turned into something more - a kind of personal armor. “After a while, it was like, ‘Those dudes should be grateful.’
They’re lucky that I left my mark on them. I should get a thank you card: ‘You have the residue of a champion on you.
You’re welcome.’”
That’s classic Jaylen - competitive, witty, and unbothered. He’s not just brushing off the jokes; he’s flipping them into fuel.
Brown also got candid about a deeper topic: hair loss. He shared that he began noticing it over the past couple of years and has since embraced the journey, even partnering with Nutrafol, a hair growth supplement brand. But more than the product, it’s the message he’s pushing that stands out - breaking the stigma around hair loss and encouraging others to stop fearing embarrassment.
“I know a lot of people are afraid of embarrassment and afraid of failure and afraid of looking silly,” Brown said. “And I started to notice about myself, one, I could care less. And, two, when those moments happen and people think they’re making fun of me, it actually makes me become a stronger, more disciplined, more focused individual.”
That mindset? It shows up in his game.
Through 26 games this season, Brown is averaging 29.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 5.0 assists - numbers that speak for themselves. He’s not just playing well; he’s thriving.
And with the Celtics sitting at 17-11, Brown’s performance is silencing any lingering doubts about whether he can be the top option on a contending team.
He’s already got a Finals MVP under his belt, and if he keeps this pace, an All-NBA nod could be next. The stats are loud, the leadership is clear, and the confidence? Unshakable.
So yeah, Jaylen Brown’s hair might be making headlines - but it’s his game that’s doing the real talking.