Is All-NBA Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum a top-five player in the NBA today? If you ask Hall of Fame Celtics champions Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett, he is — and he still has room to grow. In a candid conversation on the Showtime Basketball “KG Certified” podcast, Pierce and Garnett discussed their observations of Tatum’s game and the role they have played in mentoring him.
They both emphasized the importance of Tatum developing a “seek and destroy” mentality, akin to Pierce’s aggressive style of play, which involves relentless scoring and creating opportunities for teammates. They also noted that Tatum has the potential to be a top-tier player in the league and must take on more leadership, especially with the departure of key veterans like Marcus Smart and Grant Williams.
Buy Celtics TicketsCheck out the clip embedded below to hear what they had to say about Tatum’s place in the league this season onward.
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Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6
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