As the Boston Celtics gear up for their showdown against the Dallas Mavericks in the highly anticipated NBA Finals, two of the team’s standout players have voiced their readiness to make an impact.
Following a nine-day hiatus since their last game, the Celtics are eagerly anticipating the commencement of the series, with Game 1 scheduled to commence on Thursday night at TD Garden. During their appearances on media day, both athletes reflected on the persistent scrutiny they have faced throughout their careers, both individually and as part of the team’s collective journey to success.
Reflecting on the criticism he has endured, Jayson Tatum acknowledged its familiarity but emphasized the significance of the moment, stating, “Did it get old? Yeah. But, you know, it’s the finals. They wouldn’t talk about me if I wasn’t good.” Meanwhile, Jaylen Brown shared similar sentiments, highlighting the recurring theme of facing skepticism from the early stages of his career to the present moment. “It’s kind of been that way my whole career, in a sense,” Brown remarked. “Being booed when you were drafted to saying you were overpaid and saying you were overpaid again. It’s been the whole journey.”
Brown further revealed his revisitation of the 2022 finals series, during which the Celtics faced defeat against the Warriors. He emphasized the team’s collective growth and learning from past experiences, indicating a sense of readiness and determination to overcome challenges and emerge victorious in the upcoming finals series.
