EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown talk about their relationship | NBC Sports Boston

[@edgardorivera8857]

The Jays are both chill and relatively quiet dudes. As a quiet guy myself, I’ve noticed that when you don’t say much, people will start talking for you and put words in your mouth, and will run with their own narratives about you- that’s basically what the media is doing with the Jays. It’s not fair to them, they just want to focus on basketball, they don’t want to waste their time trying to dispel false headlines 24/7.

[@Fantabiscuit]

I’ve seen this phenomenon many many times with me and orhers

[@bustapepega2951]

so relatable

[@TheDON914]

This ☝🤦

[@jasonlevesque6340]

Spot on. If you aren't there with a quick soundbite for them the media gets unhappy with you fast.

[@seanbruck5269]

fax yo

[@EthanHarris795]

Boston and the Celtics are lucky to have these two young men. Gems.

[@cl03VR]

Not luck , Boston ballers

[@jay-jay8191]

JB is so funny, you know they're having fun with this stuff just because how ridiculous it is. Their main goal is the same it's all about bringing a championship to Boston celtics.

[@TheDON914]

@@jay-jay8191 an he's a leader

[@TheDON914]

Yup

[@jasonlevesque6340]

Yes and no. They traded down to pick Tatum. That wasn't luck.

[@aceboogie1800]

“He still can’t guard me” 😂

[@ITHINKTHEREFOREITIS]

That's how you know they're close and there's no tension at all when they can joke with each other like that

[@thumper3662]

When JB said they’re both introverted, I felt that. Like you don’t need to be always together and hanging out with someone to be close to them

[@SneakersOnSpeakers]

They're brothers and thats all that matters.

[@anzwarthegreat9489]

💯👊🏾

[@BakiBundles]

That’s why I don’t want either one traded 🍀

[@avthecool129]

Frrrrr

[@jackcallahan6095]

This was really awesome. There’s a clear relationship between these two and a very healthy one predicated on respect. I truly hope they’re both here for the next decade plus.

[@ReyalityInternationa]

Best Young Duo in the NBA

[@VaginasIayer]

My balls are a better duo

[@CyberZon]

@@VaginasIayer 🤨

[@seanbruck5269]

13

[@CptRexFilms987654321]

The Boston sports media needs to accept that Jayson isn’t all that talkative, so they assume he doesn’t have good relationships with people. But that couldn’t be further from the truth

[@amprosk]

and they think that since he's not emotional it means he is fine with losing. its so dumb

[@landonlakes4782]

Think it’s more accurate to say they pretend, not think

[@bobloblaw8683]

exactly. everyone has a different personality.

[@arronmatsuyama5417]

Hopefully this stops the narrative of they don't like each other and they can't play together so you have to trade one of them BS

[@V1PERB3ATZ]

Facts and I understand him because I feel like I’m like that too

[@陳威志-e2n]

After winning Conference Finals Jays hug each other and said : They said we couldn't play together! What a strong relationships within Celtics ! Let's go Celtics!

[@ATUiLOL]

These two have been smashing all expectations since they were drafted. They dont have to live under the same roof to coexist and keep leading the C's to success.

[@noahlandkaioken1192]

Preach , homie 🙌

[@TheDON914]

Facts

[@seanbruck5269]

ikr blowin eachotyher an shi

[@7twenty8]

I can't stop smiling.

[@wildanmalik1819]

1:50 i love how Jaylen consistently saying this keeping that competitiveness in them😂

[@bobloblaw8683]

Tatum: "I do got a son" haha perfect

[@tradeka4206]

I know Danny ainge made a lot of mistakes as gm and was heavily criticized, but at the end of the day he did one of the greatest things that has ever been done for the organization in drafting these two guys two years in a row at number 3. He did a lot that pissed me off but I’ll always be grateful to him for managing to secure two generational talents who are also great people. We easily could have ended up with Simmons or markelle fultz, not to knock either of those guys but I’d much rather have Jaylen and Jayson. Somehow he knew that they were the right move and he couldn’t have been more correct. They’re gonna win more than one championship together in Boston, and both will be Celtics legends at the end of it

[@timsweeney684]

Agree 100% with everything you just said. Another thing, both of them are WORKERS. Jaylen Brown has gotten a million times better since he came into the league. Ben Simmons is pretty much the same player. Tatum has noticeably improved every year as well.

[@gyoyobw123]

Ainge was fine and he did a really good job as a GM. He was an amazing GM actually. His major slip up was the last 2 years. He shouldn't have drafted 4 rookies in 2019 draft and instead should've traded those picks. Signing Teague and Thompson was a disaster. Didn't do enough in 2020 offseason to make the team competitive. So yeah he's made some bad draft picks/signings over the years (every GM has), but the Celtics would easily be in a much worse position if not for Ainge.

[@itsmeitstrue]

@@gyoyobw123 lets not forget signing kemba walker to a max contract. It sucks n alot if it is coincidence but alot of things went south here after we traded fot kyrie.

[@Hmmm_B]

I don’t know about the championships part, but spot on with every thing else. Danny Ainge fucked up a lot. Except with these two.

[@ITHINKTHEREFOREITIS]

@@timsweeney684 Yes Ainge nailed it with these two. Not only did he drafted two great players in the Jays but high character professionals mature for their age too. Their relationship is so harmonious that media and other people try to create something out of nothing just to have something to write about.

[@andregulick3925]

4:24 "some people try dichotomizing it" love that expression, Jaylen's so well-spoken

[@nicholasbrandoli2736]

These two are the heart and soul of the Celtics much love

[@3rdeye931]

Jaylen Brown babysat Deuce. Their friendship is set in stone.

[@brandoncouch2062]

Facts Thats Love✊🏾❤️🍀

[@kistarr6752]

“Want for your brother what you want for yourself…it’s like I want a gold medal because I know he wants one. To see him win is like seeing myself win” You can tell that there is so much of genuine love, respect and support going around their friendship. 💚💚💚

[@RuneMamba]

the Prophet Muhammad pbuh said that, and Jaylen Brown is a Muslim !

[@ThisIsTheTruth34]

i love these dudes. Celtics for life baby!

[@youtubeconnollyfamily]

What’s really cool is these dudes knew each other in high school even though they did not go to the same school. I hope they stay on the same team for a very long time. They can definitely win multiple titles

[@pyrom3744]

Media needs to go back and watch this and stop pitting these young legends against each other. I want them to win just so they can shut all the critics up.

[@earlwest8670]

I love this interview! They may not be hang out buddies, but I can see that they have a strong bond and want the best for each other! They are becoming family.

[@octaviakf]

I think they do hang out together actually because Tatum said his family babysit his son and brown said seeing him win is seeing me win he’s got my full support. Etc they’re good friends now they might not hang out because they don’t seem like guys who hit the club like that. They said they’re introverted and Jason has a child he’s taking care of so 😳 he’s parenting essentially ain’t no hanging out 😂

[@juliusrickles]

Media "Jayson calls Jaylen his son."

[@Christian-eq6pq]

The media wants conflict so bad, they did this with KD and Westbrook. Conversations over whose team it is, whose the alpha, etc, it’s all irrelevant. At the end of the day they’re just playing ball and it’s clear they don’t hate each other. Jayson Tatum has a son and Jaylen is a single 23 year old so their lifestyles are going to be different not to mention they might have different interests. End of the day it’s one goals, banner 18.

[@Fantabiscuit]

Thankfully these two are quiet down to earth types

[@3rdeye931]

That worked on KD and Russ because they both had massive egos, but the Jays are humble af.

[@chriswright8074]

Jaylen ain't single him and Jason dating girls who are friends of each other

[@jimmyjumpa]

@@3rdeye931 no that worked on kd and Russ because of Russ. Russ late game IQ so bad

[@elmztana1201]

They do the same with Middleton and giannis . That closer talk

[@gottabedaryl]

The AAU picture gonna be legendary if they win it all this year. LET'S GET IT!

[@bigboom9624]

Jalen brown been my favorite nba player since his rookie season Tatum is literally turning into a monster right in front of our eyes

[@RichFlowMenace]

How you feel now?

[@noloveentertainment9345]

@@RichFlowMenace I think he feels the same way Lol 😭😭

[@kadensmith2068]

@@noloveentertainment9345 😭

[@artieselman]

It’s crazy how much everyone obsesses over if these guys are best friends. No one ever asks Steph and Klay how close they are. I guess Jaylen and Jayson just need a catchy nickname. 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@bobloblaw8683]

the jays!

[@lucascampana2993]

Ice and fire

[@dd-1280]

Only the media obsesses over it. They created this stupid crap

[@ITHINKTHEREFOREITIS]

And the media did not obsess about John Wall and Bradley Beal's relationship too.

[@ITHINKTHEREFOREITIS]

@@bobloblaw8683 I actually like this. I mean it's just amazing how both the stars of the Celtics team both have their names starting with Jay when the common spelling of their names is Jason or Jalen

[@iamRichJoyce]

Hate that they even had to do this but love it at the same time. Can’t wait to see them lead us to banner 18. 🍀🍀🍀

[@kg8742]

You called it

[@gegachiqovani3305]

I don't know how to describe this connection between me and these guys but I feel like they are my brothers too. Even though I come from the whole different side of the world and never had a chance to communicate with them I can still feel that thing. We are the same age tho, watching them play every night since they drafted, watching some analytical videos about them, ETC. God, I love my team. I wish the best for themselves for my Celtics and for you the fans.

[@Whogafpuss7007]

Coming from someone from Boston I'm lucky to have these guys as are superstars and now they only got 3 games left till that championship it's crazy to watch their growth from the beginning lfg Celtics!!

[@Dsi303]

Every time I see this I’m reminded of my relationship with my brothers. Everyone in our family expect us to be best friends but we aren’t we are brothers. It’s not that we don’t love each other but at the end of the day we have different interests and it’s okay as long as there is respect.

[@Oneeyedspaceman]

Love these two young men. Quality individuals. You can see they have a mutual respect for one another. Makes me incredibly proud to have this quality of human beings to route for on my favorite team.

[@johndoe8729]

JB is finally growing into his king/leadership (Lebron) energy… This interview shows how his maturity has improved… See how he’s holding court, controlling morale, being generous with praises (at the same time reaffirming himself) and diffusing tense questions with cocky humor… Been waiting years for this version of JB… Long live the king…

[@Xqnke2]

NOW LOOK AT THEM BOYS!!!! HEADING TO THE NBA FINALS!!!!

[@HollywoodFan21]

Boston Celtics: Jason Tatum and Jaylen Brown , Interview is amazing.

[@nicks6813]

This is the best - thank you Chris F for such an awesome view on the two Jays. Boston is so fortunate to have these 2 young men. And duh, they get along great!

[@maiglover7772]

Man...JT and JB are boys on and off the court. People and the media need to leave them alone and let be. Let them concentrate on raising another banner in TD Gardens and live healthy and productive lives when not on the court. We as fans and the media need to stop over analyzing everything and let them be the ballers that they are and will continue to be. Go Celtics.....Go Tatum and Brown.

[@futurefox635]

happy to have existed during the time when the Celtics had the Jays.

[@BasketballZen]

We are so lucky to have them FRFR. In contrast to the phili drama; this is exactly what I wanna see of superstars. Humility, motivated and a great appreciation for the other success. Let’s go Celtics!!

[@misterblister3239]

These 2 are Celtics legends!!!

[@keishabailey687]

Celtics is so lucky to have these intelligent, well spoken, amazing players on their team. I just love seeing them happy for each other ☘️

[@bigsantina]

Surprised it took 7 years for this piece about them to come out, great work!

[@nolimit.ronald30]

so happy they got banner 18 together 🏆☘️

[@Loweee20]

Jayson is quiet and Jaylen is respectful both Jays respect each other on and off the court

[@jacksonnersesian1005]

i hope these guys are teammates for their entire careers

[@supersomebody101]

This marriage counselor like Interview will bring them closer together

[@CS-np2oo]

Jaylen got mad jokes 🤣😭🤣😭💀💯

[@andresreyes2000]

June 9th 2022 and this guys are two wins away from raising that banner :O :D

[@dastarfishpat15]

Come on Boston media Celtics Got something good RN for years to come and you trying stir stuff up between the Jays🤨 AS A BOSTON CELTICS FAN WE NEED TO VOTE JAYLEN & JAYSON TO BE IN THE ALL STARS FOR THE REST OF THEIR CAREER HERE 💯☘️

[@mascode1]

Love this duo!

[@kjmac1973]

These two young men will raise to the Garden rafters MULTIPLE banners. One coming very, very soon. Couldn’t be prouder to have them wearing the green. ☘️

[@pjlaveus3964]

Jayson Tatum is just chill and quiet

[@cityofjaylen]

This popped up on my for you page when they are in the finals.

[@guillaumeemilianoloinard-g9415]

People raise questions because they struggled in a year that was out of the ordinary. Understand the amount of talent this 2 possess and understand that these 2 are closer then it seems because they are both introverted. They are gonna raise a banner in Boston soon, plain and simple.

[@benvallis]

Great interview. It's sad that this conversation even needed to be had, but there's clearly an appetite for this among media and fans. Hopefully, this can be put to rest now and Jeff Goodman will stop trying to create controversy for the sake of it. Did Michael and Scottie get this much scrutiny around their 1:1 relationship?

[@danieldelacruz6275]

Bring it home this year gentlemen

[@KINGJQ_]

I love these 2

[@sixtyhrs]

Still hate how media wants JB to leave the Celtics

[@Villalobos63]

Media wants to divide these dudes so bad it’s annoying. As a Celtics fan I’m just glad JT and JB are chill af and ain’t like Mr. In This Media Sphere Kyrie 😂

[@newbsaibot_]

We should never give up neither of these men! #

[@C1assic074]

I’m about to cry man. It’s no way Jimmy Butler about to break up this duo.

[@hollister2320]

NOT YET!! Playoff Jimmy a bum, and our two boys will show the world why 😭😭❤

[@pinksubzero]

this is a great vid from them

[@smoke8643]

My young guys 😭😭😭😭🍀🍀🍀

[@louisneals601]

Awesome!!! Love this team because they play like a team LET GO 18

[@Xqnke2]

BACKGROUND MUSIC MAKES THESE SO FIRE!

[@artemiosycee1845]

And now they are both heading to the NBA Finals 2022👍🏻

[@johnsourdiffe1664]

Jayson Tatem is obviously a superstar, hopefully NBA champion superstar, shortly. And, personally I consider Jaylen Brown a superstar, although I understand some people would argue that point. But I like Jaylen Brown beyond just what he does on the court, I just love that he’s a bona fide genius. I loved that Matt Patricia was a genius, too. And (I know he’s gone now, but…) I loved that Mookie Betts was a semi-pro bowler. I, personally, think having the 2 geniuses is cooler than having a semi-pro bowler, but both things are awesome

[@GreenKornet]

Need another interview of these two together

[@jimmyjumpa]

It’s like the Boston media just completely ignores their own videos they put out 🤣🤣

[@lawrencer1216]

And now Celtics are in the finals. We’ve come such a long way. 🍀

[@blackprix]

Two excellent basketball players on the same team, giving it their all every time they’re on the court. Being exceptional young men and playing for a storied franchise… What the heck else do you want this is the best!

[@sedrickcole2719]

My Guys‼️👊💯

[@johnnysins6398]

Boston media always tryna break them apart it’s disappointing

[@Mattpdx1]

Kyrie is that you?

[@V1PERB3ATZ]

This one here is a certified hood classic 🔥☘️

[@epictnt]

I'm glad to see these two do this interview. I have always hated the whole "Their not friends" narrative. It's simply not true. There is so much love between them. We all have good friends we don't chill with on the regular but, that's still your man no matter what. Let's stop talking about this. They have been through so much together and they are most definitely fam, much are closer than most people think. Talking heads will always drum up controversy. Yes I'm talking about you Goodman.

[@gabriel_the_salubri]

Only a fool would break these two up.

[@britaniamurray9363]

I love jaylen so much ❤️❤️I can’t wait to meet him

[@curtislinden9297]

fucking love these guys

[@jugelstubechannel]

Our future is so bright.... Love this young fellas. Hope they can finish their careers in green,let's go Celtics ☘️🔥🏆

[@pierreseme7917]

That's love right there you don't have to be related to have that kind of bond

[@thewalruswasjason101]

Ok, so are we all good now? Can we ( i mean YOU media) bury this shit and move on?! They respect the hell out of each other.

[@stunob.smooth6444]

As a huge fan of both guys I’m so glad they aired this out for all the naysayers that always try to pit them against one another. I mean cmon you aren’t going to let JB people watch your son if y’all aren’t close. If these two can stay relatively healthy and together I predict a few rings in the near future. Sky is the limit for both. Much respect and good luck on this season. #TheJays #Banner18Loading #2022NbaChampions #YouSeenItHere1st

[@jeflip942]

Very well made

[@kiaiga]

A healthy relationship behind the cameras, the realest ones

[@nbapbaupdate8338]

Best young duo now in NBA 💪👌👍💪

[@camphillips1999]

This was really heart felt

[@bleedgreen6466]

Someday these two will bring a championship to the C's

[@3rdstrandproductions]

soon my friend...Soon

[@5Starr_Ant_]

@@3rdstrandproductions VERY soon 😂

[@sulekhamohamud3726]

Soon

[@charlesteves262]

and there going to the finals.

[@xyzeason]

Just came here to say they did it

[@gabrielquintana9703]

Thankful

[@ernestoplaganas9564]

My family and I from the Philippines 🇵🇭 always give love ❤️ to Celtics. Go Celtics

[@Loweee20]

apat nalang bro champion na celtics natin! support lang tayo lagi 💚🍀

[@juliananthony3182]

That was beautiful 🥲

[@gh057w01f]

We really love them both here, and btw the fans here never wanted to trade either of them.

[@bradygagne6992]

Bro if u trust someone non blood to take care of your kids both ways that ain’t a babysitter or something. That’s someone your damn close with

[@JJnwaoshai]

“I do gotta son” JT wild 😭😭🤣

[@jaredellis5402]

Two years later🥺🥺🥺💍☘️

[@dremoore5329]

John and Bobby like wow

[@kingsoindabuildin8036]

Here after they beat the heat in game 7 and made the NBA finals 🔥🔥😎

[@jowellrepfj2015]

My heart can’t this 🥺🙌🏾👏🏾🤣

[@KazGamble]

Yes! More content like this! 🍀❤️

[@lamarrpoole9305]

That was a good interview

[@daryl3521]

There's really no issue with the Jays, celtics media just keep on trying to mess with it lol

[@andrewv5953]

You can tell they don't hangout that often or prob have the same interest but they are def cool wt each other. They gonna be apart of banner 18 together. bros for life