Reigning Finals MVP Jaylen Brown makes his feelings clear on Celtics' ups and downs amid turbulent stretch

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown spoke to the press after the Celtics 122-107 away win against the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday. Brown reflected on the defending champions' struggles on the road in recent games.

Jaylen Brown shared that he and the Celtics can't control everything, however, they can control their response when faced with these challenges. He feels if they stay calm, work together and remain committed to their goals, they'll be in a better position to navigate the difficulties.

“Just life. One of my favorite quotes is, ‘Winter always turns to spring, no matter what.’ So, when things are not going your way, just stay the course. The tide will turn," Jaylen Brown said.

"We've had enough experience to know what that looks like, so can't complain when it's not going your way. You just got to have more detail, be more focused, embrace it and then get ready for it to switch the flip,” Brown added.

Bouncing back from a 117-96 loss at the LA Lakers, the Celtics dismissed fatigue concerns to secure a road victory over the Dallas Mavericks. Brown ended the game with 22 points, eight rebounds and six assists.

Eastern Conference All-Star starter Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with a game-high 24 points with six rebounds and three assists. Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 22 points, four rebounds and five assists, as they continued to find their way in the absence of injured star Luka Doncic, who remains sidelined with a calf injury.

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What's next for Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics?

Jaylen Brown bounced back from his quiet night at the Crypto.com Arena on Thursday. Against the Lakers, he recorded 17 points, eight rebounds and three assists.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (left) dribbles the ball against Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown in the second half at the Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The reigning Finals MVP this season is averaging 23.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.3 steals per game. He is shooting at 45.1% from the field and 32.6% from beyond the arc.

The Celtics (32-14) are on a 6-4 run and sit second in the Eastern Conference behind the Cleveland Cavaliers. They return back to Boston to take on the Houston Rockets on Sunday and the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday.