Boston Celtics icon Paul Pierce has declared that Jayson Tatum holds the title of the best American-born player currently in the NBA.
Speaking on the “Ticket and The Truth” podcast, Pierce expressed his confidence in Tatum’s ability, stating that he believes Tatum will ultimately become the face of the league.
“I truly believe [Tatum] will be the face of the league. Best American born player today,” he said, via NBACentral on X.
At just 26 years old, Tatum has already established himself as a dominant force on the court/
During the 2023-2024 campaign, Tatum averaged 26.9 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game, leading the Celtics to the coveted No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.
His performance not only propelled the Celtics to the top of their conference but also secured the best record in the entire league.
