Former NBA Star Makes Assured Declaration About Jayson Tatum
Could Boston Celtics standout Jayson Tatum step into the shoes of NBA icons Steph Curry and LeBron James as the league’s prominent figure?
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This question has sparked considerable discussion lately about identifying the next face of the NBA once Curry and James retire. On a recent episode of Gil’s Arena, former NBA star and current Memphis Grizzlies guard Gilbert Arenas boldly asserted that Jayson Tatum is positioned to take on that role.
“Jayson Tatum is in that mega-star lane,” remarked Arenas. “If he wins a championship, he will be considered the face [of the NBA]. There’s only really two faces at one time. As long as LeBron and Curry are in there, Jayson Tatum is the next up. When LeBron retires, it will be Steph and Tatum.”
Tatum’s affiliation with the Boston Celtics, a franchise with a rich history and widespread popularity, is seen as a significant factor in propelling him to mega-star status. However, both Curry and James show no signs of relinquishing their prominent positions in the league, even as they approach the twilight of their careers.
While LeBron openly acknowledges that he has limited years left in his playing career, Curry, though addressing the topic, has yet to specify the duration he plans to continue playing. Until these two basketball luminaries step away, they are poised to remain the enduring faces of the NBA.
