Jayson Tatum

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Jayson Tatum is an American professional basketball player for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Born on March 3, 1998, in St. Louis, Missouri, Tatum attended Chaminade College Preparatory School, where he was a highly ranked prospect, recognized as a five-star recruit by major scouting organizations. After a successful high school career, he played one season of college basketball at Duke University under coach Mike Krzyzewski. During his time at Duke, Tatum averaged 16.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game and led the team to the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament.

Following his freshman season at Duke, Tatum declared for the 2017 NBA Draft and was selected third overall by the Boston Celtics. In his rookie season, he quickly earned a starting role and averaged 13.9 points and 5 rebounds per game. Tatum played a crucial role in helping the Celtics reach the 2018 Eastern Conference Finals, where they fell to the Cleveland Cavaliers in seven games. His impressive performance earned him a spot on the NBA All-Rookie First Team.

In the years following his rookie campaign, Tatum emerged as a central figure for the Celtics. During the 2019–20 NBA season, he was named an NBA All-Star for the first time and earned All-NBA Third Team honors, averaging 23.4 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists per game. Tatum's growth as a scorer and defender established him as one of the premier young players in the league. In April 2021, he scored a career-high 60 points in a game against the San Antonio Spurs, tying Larry Bird for the franchise's single-game scoring record.

Tatum represented the United States at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where he contributed to the team’s success in winning a gold medal. His versatility and scoring ability were instrumental in several key games during the tournament. Beyond his NBA and international career, Tatum has secured endorsement deals with prominent brands such as Jordan Brand, Gatorade, and Subway. He is also known for his philanthropic efforts in the St. Louis community, including initiatives supporting youth education and health programs.