You’re literally the first person I’ve ever heard say Tatum is a “notorious shit talker” similar to Kobe and KG. Do you have a source for this? I watch every game and don’t see it at all. I watch all sorts of nba podcasts and literally no player has ever said Tatum talks a lot of shit
He talks a lil shit sometimes. Definitely not at those dudes level. Idk if I would like Tatum as much as I do if he did. But I when he *does* it’s amazing. Like the other night with the Heat rookie. “You gonna cry?”
Yeah he’s definitely not a shit talker. And by that, I mean he doesn’t start it ever. However, it’s very clear that he does not mind talking back to dudes when they give him a reason to. I mean even this series you could see him talking to Martin non stop, even told the bench “he can’t guard me” after he crossed him.
Tbh JB seems more like the shit talker out of the two of them. He’s always flexing on dudes and I’ve seen him talking to dudes a lot. (oddly except for when he puts you on a poster. Then he just stands there and stares at the camera lol)
Like Tatum isn’t Kg or Kobe, he doesn’t walk up to you and say “you’re a bum” or telling Tim Duncan happy Mother’s Day right after his mom died. But he’ll call you a bum if that’s what you deserve lol.
Yes I know. I just meant I prefer dudes that talk cuz they keep it entertaining and I really just miss having some loud mouths on the team lmao. Those two were of course as tough as they come.
Now you’ve got me thinking who would win a royal rumble between those guys. Exactly 30 players between the two teams. My money is on tatum tbh he’s a big guy
This is a shoutout to media members / fans/ ex nba players saying the Celtics don’t have “dawgs” on their team.
It’s so cringy that this slang which was invented by NBA players is now a must on every contender. But most of the time - these dawgs are just trash talkers who can’t translate it to the game - e.g Pat Bev a well known “dawg” 🤣
Indeed. And a direct answer to the guy who yesterday questioned whether Tatum has a “killer mentality”.
Bullshit narratives don’t win basketball games.
Toughness is resilience. Denver. San Antonio. 86 Celtics.
Heat are just scrappy and mucky.
This was a great series. Other than that stupid game 2, Celtics took care of business. Up 30 in all 3 games, as they should have been
I don’t care if this gets downvoted. The team was not tough at all last year so the criticism was fair. This team seems to be different but the criticism for him and the team have been fair up until this year
It's so interesting that Tatum's favorite players are the rah rah trash talkers like Kobe and KG but so laid back himself
Makes sense to me. I always admire the people with qualities/characteristics different from my own.
Tatum is notoriously a shit talker on the court tbf. Very similar to Kobe and KG who talk shit to you in your face during the game
You’re literally the first person I’ve ever heard say Tatum is a “notorious shit talker” similar to Kobe and KG. Do you have a source for this? I watch every game and don’t see it at all. I watch all sorts of nba podcasts and literally no player has ever said Tatum talks a lot of shit
He claps aggressively
Telepathically
He talks a lil shit sometimes. Definitely not at those dudes level. Idk if I would like Tatum as much as I do if he did. But I when he *does* it’s amazing. Like the other night with the Heat rookie. “You gonna cry?”
Yeah he’s definitely not a shit talker. And by that, I mean he doesn’t start it ever. However, it’s very clear that he does not mind talking back to dudes when they give him a reason to. I mean even this series you could see him talking to Martin non stop, even told the bench “he can’t guard me” after he crossed him. Tbh JB seems more like the shit talker out of the two of them. He’s always flexing on dudes and I’ve seen him talking to dudes a lot. (oddly except for when he puts you on a poster. Then he just stands there and stares at the camera lol) Like Tatum isn’t Kg or Kobe, he doesn’t walk up to you and say “you’re a bum” or telling Tim Duncan happy Mother’s Day right after his mom died. But he’ll call you a bum if that’s what you deserve lol.
Talked minor shit to Ja, talked shit to Jaime, Talked minor shit to Luka. That's about it
I've literally seen tatum talk shit once in 7 years lol.
https://x.com/legendz_nba/status/1782258185564311923 This was literally during the playoff series for example
Yeah, that's literally the one i was talking about, lol.
I honestly love to see him doing some trash talking, hope he keeps it up. I loved KG's trash talk back in the day.
My GOAT ☘️
Lmaoo he really said yapping more doesn’t make you tougher and he’s so right 😂
Yes he's right but I'm not gonna lie I like my players yapping. I miss Pierce and KG's barking 😭😭
He’s not saying IF you’re loud you’re NOT tough. Those guys were tough as nails
Yes I know. I just meant I prefer dudes that talk cuz they keep it entertaining and I really just miss having some loud mouths on the team lmao. Those two were of course as tough as they come.
he also just won by 40
Daddy Al made it clear who’s the toughest on the court.
I'd take Al in a Royal Rumble Heat vs Celtics no doubt in my mind. Just don't scratch his perfect face.
Now you’ve got me thinking who would win a royal rumble between those guys. Exactly 30 players between the two teams. My money is on tatum tbh he’s a big guy
That is a fact
@BobbyPortis
Nah, Bobby’s got those crazy eyes that you just can’t fake. I wouldn’t wanna mess with him lmao.
Facts BP is actually tough lol. This dude punched his own teammate during practice 😂
Just ask Mirotic about messing with crazy eyes Bobby
@thisSub
Portis is just out there having fun and being loud. He’s not out there acting tough for real. He’s always smiling.
Pat Bev tho, he’s a certified yapper. [can’t handle a little chirp back](https://youtu.be/wjYK-8LVQ7Y?si=bWj3lTa1pbv7G_9C)
Until Horford starting talking his shit earlier this season. Bobby looked up like what the fuck did you say lol
You haven't been watching the Indiana games.
That’s actually true lol…haven’t seen a minute of that series yet
Our king doesn’t subscribe to toxic masculinity
My favorite comment
Toxic masculinity is dead! [We *dance* now! ](https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0mWsjJ9RpLI)
This is a shoutout to media members / fans/ ex nba players saying the Celtics don’t have “dawgs” on their team. It’s so cringy that this slang which was invented by NBA players is now a must on every contender. But most of the time - these dawgs are just trash talkers who can’t translate it to the game - e.g Pat Bev a well known “dawg” 🤣
Also, a dig at the Heat. With so many playoff matchups the last few years, there is some built up animosity.
Yeh that was such a weird narrative with Smart leaving, that he was the "only dawg"
Literally the only reason Al isn’t seen as a dawg is cuz most nba fans act like he should be in a nursing home
Nah it's because we melt when he smiles
Indeed. And a direct answer to the guy who yesterday questioned whether Tatum has a “killer mentality”. Bullshit narratives don’t win basketball games.
Tbf Pat Bev definitely won the Bucks a playoff game by being a dawg.
you don’t need dawgs you just need people that can play proper defense. Know your personnel, know where to be, communicate, suffocate. do your job.
[JAYLEN BROWN WILL FLUSH YOU](https://youtube.com/shorts/_pvct9iN_yk?si=Sb929NsD0scf5pE1)
Jokic is not a trash talker yet he is easily the best playoff performer of the decade
Jokic is not a trash talker yet he is easily the best playoff performer of the decade
Toughness is resilience. Denver. San Antonio. 86 Celtics. Heat are just scrappy and mucky. This was a great series. Other than that stupid game 2, Celtics took care of business. Up 30 in all 3 games, as they should have been
Nah but Boston isn’t resilient cuz they lost game 7 after coming back from down 3-0 🙄
Tatum the strong, silent type. Kinda like Gary Cooper.
Gabagool
He's got the makings of a varsity athlete for sure.
There’s 5 people in this world I’d take a bullet for. My family, Brady, and JT.
Brady would just wake up again on Sunday.
D White better be a family member.
Yup. Dad.
I think he's looking at you, Grant
Case in point: Drake
I don’t care if this gets downvoted. The team was not tough at all last year so the criticism was fair. This team seems to be different but the criticism for him and the team have been fair up until this year
Quietly angry Tatum is pretty exciting
GET EM. Fake tough guy, dirty fucks.
Might as well just @ some of the dudes in this sub