Tatum, Boston Celtics and Larry Bird

Jayson Tatum is chasing Larry Bird in pantheon of Celtics greats
Tatum wants to be the greatest Celtic of them all, and for him, that means surpassing Larry Bird, his fellow Midwesterner.
Jayson Tatum reveals which Boston Celtics legend ‘you aspire to chase’
Jayson Tatum has stressed for years that he always aims to be the best. When it comes to becoming one of the greatest Celtics ever, he said he's chasing one legend in particular.
Jayson Tatum might never reach Larry Bird’s status in Boston, but he’s ‘a great guy to chase’
"If you aspire to chase (Bird)," Tatum said, "it comes with a level of focus and motivation every single day to be the best you can."
Jayson Tatum taking playmaking to new heights as he ‘chases’ Larry Bird
I always want to be the best. He’s, in my opinion, the best Celtic ever. He did it the right way, and he’s a great guy to chase in a sense.”
Jayson Tatum scores 25 points as Celtics cruise to 118-105 win over Knicks
The Knicks made a brief comeback attempt in the third quarter, but the Celtics were largely in control in Sunday's win.
Star Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum aspires to chase Larry Bird
Star Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum aspires to chase Hall of Fame Boston forward Larry Bird. You could do worse than try to aim your sights to match up with one of the ten best players to ever play the game,
Celtics' Jayson Tatum Offers Surprising Pick for Greatest Boston Legend
Boston has been one of the most dominant franchises in the NBA over the course of the league's history. They have had numerous legends over the years who have helped win champions
Philadelphia Fans Let Jayson Tatum Know Exactly How They Feel With 3-Word Chant
Philadelphia sports fans have a unique reputation. Throughout history, the media has painted a picture of sports fans in ...
Celtics Log 15th 20-Point Win of Season Behind Jayson Tatum's Triple-Double
Jayson Tatum came out of the break still in All-Star mode Thursday night, leading the Boston Celtics to a 124-104 win in ...
Jayson Tatum Campaigns for Celtics' Payton Pritchard to Win NBA Award After Dominant Game
Payton Pritchard came off the bench in the Boston Celtics' 124-104 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night and ...
Will Jayson Tatum play tonight against the Philadelphia 76ers? Latest update on the Boston Celtics star's injury report (February 20, 2025)
The Boston Celtics face the Philadelphia 76ers, with star Jayson Tatum leading the charge. Tatum, crucial to their 39-16 ...
Pritchard and Tatum lead Celtics to 124-104 win over 76ers
Payton Pritchard made eight 3-pointers and scored 28 points, Jayson Tatum finished with his fourth career triple-double, and ...
Celtics' Jayson Tatum Thinks Payton Pritchard is a Lock For Postseason Award
Six-time All-Star Boston Celtics power forward Jayson Tatum would clearly vote in Boston reserve guard Payton Pritchard for ...
Jayson Tatum Sends Strong LeBron James, Kevin Durant Message
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum has an impressive list of accomplishments at just 26 years old. Winning his first NBA ...