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Jayson Tatum Shares His View on the Celtics’ Identity
Boston Celtics wing Jayson Tatum starred in the team's regular-season opener against the New York Knicks on Wednesday night. He scored a team-high 34 points and converted 13 of his 22 field-goal attempts, and the Celtics went on to win by a final score of 108-104.
After the game, Tatum shared his view on the Celtics' identity.
"I think us getting close the last two years and not getting over that hump allows guys to buy in more," he said. "With the mindset of just doing whatever each individual needs to do to make the team better."
Celtics big man Kristaps Porzingis and defensive-minded guard Jrue Holiday also played at a high level in their regular-season debuts with the team. The former scored 30 points, grabbed eight rebounds, and blocked four shots, while the latter finished with nine points and three blocks.
The Celtics will take on an Eastern Conference rival in Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat at home on Friday with the aim of improving their record to 2-0 on the season.
Further Reading
Kristaps Porzingis on What He Showed Teammates in Win vs. Knicks: 'I'll Be There'
Jrue Holiday on Celtics' Opening Night Victory vs. Knicks: 'Winning is Our Only Option'
Here's What Stood Out in Celtics' Win vs. Knicks: Porzingis Leads Late Rally to Propel Boston
Jaylen Brown Teams with Johnny Cupcakes to Give Back to Boston
Rajon Rondo Latest Former Celtic to Spend Time with C's
Celtics Embracing Sacrifice in Championship Pursuit: 'Have to Buy into That'
Al Horford Shares Where Kristaps Porzingis Has Impressed Him Most
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