Boston Celtics stars Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum made thrilling connections during the 2023 NBA All-Star game in Salt Lake City. Brown, returning to the court after sustaining a fractured face in collision with teammate Tatum, made a point to show off his new mask. His emphatic dunk to begin the game was met with both awestruck silence and shocked cheers.

For these two stars, the journey to the All-Star Game was a long and winding one. They have been teammates for six season, and their mutual understanding as teammates has been a large factor in the Celtics' success this season. Brown told reporters at All-Star weekend that this success comes from an attitude of sacrifice and understanding of their roles on the team, rather than individual successes.

The season-long success of each star has been rewarded in the All Star Stadium. Brown made the All