Celtics’ Jayson Tatum Teases Biggest Season Yet: ‘You Haven’t Seen the Best Version’

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - SEPTEMBER 24: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics speaks to the media during Boston Celtics Media Day at The Auerbach Center on September 24, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images)

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Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has already put together a stellar resume, but he believes he hasn’t yet reached his ceiling.

While speaking to NBC Sports Boston during Tuesday’s media day, Tatum made a declaration that should keep the rest of the NBA on its toes.

“I just always feel like overall I can still get better. You haven’t seen the best version of Jayson Tatum,” he said. “And you shouldn’t, right? I’m only 26, I should continue to keep getting better.”

Tatum is a five-time All-Star and three-time All-NBA first-team selection. He helped lead the Celtics to their 18th NBA championship in franchise history last season and he was a member of Team USA’s gold medal team at the Paris Olympics. He will also be one of the stars in the upcoming Starting 5 documentary series on Netflix.

Tatum added that the approach to the 2024-25 season is different now that the Celtics are the defending champions.

“It does feel different being up here as a champion and knowing what it takes and wanting to be on the top of the mountain as many times as you can,” Tatum told reporters.