Jayson Tatum Eyes MVP Amid Career Success

Jayson Tatum, a Boston Celtics star, has revealed his childhood dream of playing for the Los Angeles Lakers, inspired by his admiration for Kobe Bryant. Tatum expressed disappointment at not being considered by the Lakers in the 2017 NBA Draft, where he was picked third overall by the Celtics after Lonzo Ball and Markelle Fultz. Despite this, Tatum has thrived with the Celtics, earning five All-Star selections and contributing significantly to Boston's 18th championship. Under the latest NBA Collective Bargaining Agreement, Tatum signed a lucrative extension and has become a brand ambassador, with prospects of owning a stake in a WNBA franchise in his hometown of St. Louis. As the new NBA season unfolds, Tatum's impressive performance has positioned him as a strong contender for the MVP award, with an average of 30.2 points per game, making him a key player in the Celtics' early success.