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Jayson Tatum

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Jayson Tatum, born in Honolulu, Hawaii, is a forward for the Boston Celtics of the NBA, known for his scoring ability, athleticism, and increasingly refined all-around game after being drafted third overall in 2018.

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Was Jayson Tatum born in Honolulu?

No, Jayson Tatum was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on March 3, 1998. He later became a forward for the Boston Celtics.

Was Jayson Tatum drafted third overall in 2018?

He was drafted third overall by the Boston Celtics in 2017, not 2018. The selection came after his one season at Duke.

What did Jayson Tatum win with the Celtics in 2024?

Tatum helped Boston win the 2024 NBA championship. The Celtics defeated the Dallas Mavericks four games to one in the NBA Finals.

What did Jayson Tatum do at Duke before entering the NBA?

Tatum played one college season for Duke during 2016-17 under coach Mike Krzyzewski. He then entered the 2017 NBA Draft and was selected by Boston with the third pick.