Tatum doesn't want the Celtics' new owner to change anything.
In the wake of winning their 18th NBA championship, the Boston Celtics are potentially facing some serious changes. Jayson Tatum was among those surprised to learn owner Wyc Grousbeck plans to sell his stake in the team.Chris Mannix that he was "shocked" Grousbeck intended to sell. He added that he, "Hopes the foundation and structure doesn't change ... what we built what we have, it's a great thing. I don't want thinks to change.
For his part, Tatum agreed to a five-year, $314 million extension to become the highest-paid player in NBA history. Point guard Derrick White also re-signed, agreeing to a four-year, $126 million contract. That leaves Tatum, White, Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis all under contract through the 2026-27 season.
The new owner of the Celtics will inherit an incredible situation moving forward. Tatum doesn't want whoever that is to change anything.Ryan Phillips is a Senior Writer on the Breaking & Trending News Team at Sports Illustrated. Ryan has worked in digital media since 2009, spending eight years at The Big Lead before joining the SI team in 2024. He also co-hosts The Assembly Call Podcast about Indiana Hoosiers basketball and previously worked at Bleacher Report.
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