Jayson Tatum is vying to propel the Boston Celtics to steal the NBA trophy from the Dallas Mavericks. However, Tatum received a not-so-subtle reminder from former NBA player Keyshawn Johnson that the pressure is on.
Speaking on “Undisputed,” Johnson suggested that if Tatum fails to secure the win, questions about his future in Boston may arise.
“If Jayson Tatum doesn’t win, everyone will start to ask and question if you need to move him,” he said.
Tatum and the Celtics are determined to make this year count after falling short in their quest for the trophy in 2022 against the Golden State Warriors. With a much-improved roster, the Celtics have proven their strength with impressive victories over teams like the Miami Heat and the Cleveland Cavaliers. They continued it with a sweep of the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals.
The memory of their defeat in the previous Finals serves as a driving force for Tatum and his teammates. They are ready to avoid a repeat of the disappointment they experienced in 2022 and are more determined than ever to claim victory this time around.
Chris Broussard Highlights Jayson Tatum’s Stakes in NBA Finals
Chris Broussard, co-host of “First Things, First,” recently discussed the significance of the NBA Finals for Jayson Tatum.
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If Tatum can lead the Boston Celtics to victory, Broussard believes he will earn the respect of his peers. With that, he can also cement his place among the greatest players of the post-LeBron James and Stephen Curry era.
“Respect. … If he wins it, I think you will have to respect him as one of the greatest players in this post LeBron-Steph era,” the analyst said.
Despite criticism for his three-point shooting struggles, Tatum has been a great troop in guiding the Celtics to the Finals. Tatum, who got a wake-up call from Kendrick Perkins, averaged 30.3 points and 10.3 rebounds per game against the Pacers.
