The new NBA champion begged ‘King’ James to follow him on the social media platform. What did James do?
Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has realized his childhood dream by becoming an NBA champion, following in the footsteps of his hero, LeBron James. This accomplishment holds special significance for Tatum, who has admired James since he was young, as evidenced by a resurfaced tweet from his teenage years.
The Celtics secured the championship title with a 4-1 series victory over the Dallas Mavericks, clinching the final game with a 106-88 win. Tatum, now 26, delivered a standout performance in the decisive Game 5, scoring 31 points, dishing out 11 assists, and grabbing eight rebounds.
His exceptional play put him in the running for the NBA MVP award, although he ultimately lost to his teammate Jaylen Brown. In a show of camaraderie, Brown promised to share the honor with Tatum.
TATUM’S LEBRON TWEET
A tweet from 2012, which has recently gone viral, highlights Tatum’s admiration for James. At the time, James was dominating the NBA with the Miami Heat, winning his first championship that year.
In the tweet, an eighth-grade Tatum posted a photo of himself and pleaded for a follow-back from his idol. “Follow back it’s Larry Hughes’ nephew from St. Louis and Abe and RJ’s little cousin and Justin’s son. Follow back,” read Tatum’s earnest request.
Tatum’s journey from a starry-eyed teenager to an NBA champion is a testament to his dedication and hard work. His story is not just about achieving personal glory but also about the influence and inspiration of his childhood hero, LeBron James.
Jayson Tatum’s Journey from School Star to NBA Champion
Jayson Tatum’s path to NBA stardom began at Chaminade High School in St. Louis, leading to a season under Mike Krzyzewski at Duke University. Unlike his idol, LeBron James, who was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2003 NBA Draft, Tatum went third overall to the Celtics 14 years later.
Tatum has faced James multiple times in the NBA and will join him on Team USA for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Despite his success, Tatum still hasn’t secured a follow from James’s @KingJames Twitter account, a nod to his enduring admiration for the basketball legend.
