In a superstar-driven league, the Boston Celtics have one of the best ones out there. An All-Star four times all before the age of 25, Jayson Tatum kept up his high level of play against the Detroit Pistons when he beat a pair of defenders on a dribble drive to the basket. The sixth-year forward dazzled with a highlight-reel between-the-legs maneuver before he finished the play with a crossover into a running layup for two of his game-high 38 points on 15 of 24 from the field and 6 of 10 from downtown. Tatum also added nine rebounds and seven assists in the 127-109 triumph on February 15, 2023. 

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Jayson Tatum beats defender with unconventional crossover

History hits different at home. Embattled in a heated Game 1 matchup against a Brooklyn Nets team once considered a title favorite, Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum sent the loudest conceivable message to the basketball world watching, capping off an instant-classic display of ball movement with a game-winning, spinning layup off glass just as the final horn sounded on April 17, 2022. Tatum’s late bucket marks Boston’s first game-winning playoff buzzer beater on home soil in the franchise’s 75-year history.

Jayson Tatum beats Nets with game-winning layup in first game of 2022 Playoffs

Pressure defense doesn't faze Jayson Tatum. The Boston Celtics star puts on a dribbling clinic in a series of maneuvers before losing his defender with a quick spin move and explosive finish at the hoop. Ball on a string. Tatum finished with 20 points in the November 1, 2021 contest against the Chicago Bulls.

Jayson Tatum spins around defender for two-hand slam

When Jayson Tatum is locked in on the rim, the buckets flow freely. The Boston Celtics star steps back into a high-release three-pointer late in a matchup with the San Antonio Spurs. Tatum’s three gave his squad a lead in a game that they would ultimately proceed to win in overtime. Tatum finished the April 30, 2021 contest with a career-high 60 points.

Jayson Tatum drops 60 points, ties franchise record

Superstars do it different. Jayson Tatum chases a loose ball to the sideline, then bombs a perfectly placed behind-the-back Hail Mary to Boston Celtics teammate Robert Williams as he takes off in transition. Tatum finished with 30 points and three dimes against the Los Angeles Lakers on January 30, 2021.

Jayson Tatum flings behind-back outlet pass while hustling for loose ball

Jayson Tatum is a big time playmaker. When the rock is in his hands, Boston Celtics fans know good things are about to happen. In this play, Tatum shows off his smooth handle as he breaks down the perimeter defense with a series of mesmerizing crossovers, before spinning his way into the paint for an easy two. Tatum controlled the game with 42 points, 5 boards, 4 dimes and 3 steals in a 117-103 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on December 13, 2021.

Jayson Tatum breaks down defender with handle and footwork

Some years, it’s difficult to select an All-Star Game MVP due to maximum scoring and minimal defense — Jayson Tatum ensured 2023 would not be one of them. The four-time All-Star at just 24 years old who averaged 30.6 points per game in the first half erupted for a historical performance as a member of Team Giannis, putting real life Boston Celtics teammate Jaylen Brown on skates in an exciting one-on-one matchup that Tatum finishes by swishing one of his 10 three-pointers on the night. Tatum’s 55 points — 27 in the third quarter alone — were an All-Star Game record, as the Celtics star converted 22 of 31 field goals while adding 10 rebounds and six assists in his squad’s 184-175 triumph on February 19, 2023. 

Jayson Tatum challenges Jaylen Brown amid MVP showing at 2023 All-Star Game

Coast to coast! Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics goes end to end and nails a difficult layup against the Philadelphia 76ers on August 23, 2020.

Jayson Tatum navigates through transition defense in 2020 Playoffs

Coming into the game as the second-leading scorer in the NBA, Jayson Tatum had a surprise for the player in the top slot. Luka Dončić has had an epic start to the 2022-23 season, but the Boston Celtics star says not on his watch as he swats his rival’s layup off the glass in a brilliant display of man defense. Dončić remained on top of the league in scoring but Tatum won the war, as his squad prevailed 125-112 on November 23, 2022, in large part due to the three-time All-Star’s 37 points, 13 rebounds, five assists and two blocks.

Jayson Tatum shadows ball carrier, swats shot off glass

Put together spectacular performances against the Los Angeles Lakers, and there will always be a special place for you in Boston Celtics history. Hunting down an errant pass, All-Star forward Jayson Tatum takes full advantage of the opportunity, first by attacking a passing lane, then reeling off a pair of crafty dribble moves to gather his way into a fastbreak slam. With all eyes watching on November 19, 2021, Tatum dropped the star-studded rivals with an efficient 37 points, 11 boards, four triples and three steals.

Jayson Tatum leaps into passing lane, avoids defender and takes ball to the rack

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