The Boston Celtics got a big boost on Thursday when it was revealed that Jayson Tatum will not only return from injury this season, but there is also a possibility that he will play in the team's game against the Dallas Mavericks on Friday. However, one of the more surprising aspects of Jayson Tatum's injury return is the suggestion that it will create a power struggle between him and Celtics co-star Jaylen Brown.
During a recent episode of ClutchScoops, ClutchPoints' own NBA insider Brett Siegel explained why there will be no such power dynamic between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown upon the former's return to the Celtics lineup.
"I think there's a common misconception about, 'Oh, this is Jaylen Brown's team now, and Jayson Tatum has to work his way back,'" Siegel explained. "I don't think it's a problem because Jayson Tatum is arguably the best plug-and-play star in this league given his skill-set. He's not a guy that demands the ball a lot of times. Honestly, he was a very good facilitator last year. I think that was one of the most underrated aspects of his game."
Siegel highlighted how Tatum has already deferred to Brown several times, particularly during the team's 2024 championship run when Brown took home Finals MVP honors.
Brown is enjoying an MVP-caliber season in Tatum's absence, and given that he is taking on a larger role, his increased usage was expected. With Tatum returning, some additional pressure has been taken off the Browns.
Both the players have proved that they can live with each other. Doubts over whether the pair could win together should have been put to rest after the 2024 title.
