“I’d have a statue with Grizzlies by now”: Jayson Tatum explains why Boston’s standard makes greatness feel ordinary
Jayson Tatum highlighted the immense pressure of playing for the Celtics, stating his current career achievements would warrant a statue with a team like the Grizzlies. He feels measured against Boston's legendary players, where one championship is just the beginning of the conversation for greatness. Tatum is currently recovering from an Achilles injury sustained in the 2025 playoffs.
Jayson Tatum highlighted the immense pressure of playing for the Celtics, stating his current career achievements would warrant a statue with a team like the Grizzlies. He feels measured against Boston's legendary players, where one championship is just the beginning of the conversation for greatness. Tatum is currently recovering from an Achilles injury sustained in the 2025 playoffs.
