Boston Celtics All-Star forward Jayson Tatum loves being a father, and on this Father’s Day, it shows.
The young dad penned his son Deuce a letter for the holiday that the NBA’s Twitter account circulated in a tweet Sunday, and while his son is too young to read it yet, it was more a letter to be read in the future.
“I was asked to write you a letter for Father’s Day, it is much tougher than I expected,” began the Duke product. “You’re just barely over 2 and there is so much I want to share with you but I’ll keep it short.”
“You have changed my life for the better, and have shaped me into a better man as I hope to do the same with you as you grow older. I love you more than life itself, I can’t wait to see you grow into the leader you were destined to be, and create positive change in this world in your own way. And as you maneuver through it all, know that I will always be there to guide you, support you and know that you are never alone because I will ALWAYS have your back.”
“That’s all for now, love you son! Sincerely, Daddy,” he closed.
A letter from @jaytatum0 to Deuce. #FathersDay pic.twitter.com/oYNAcConxu
— NBA (@NBA) June 21, 2020
The St. Louis native also made time for a story for Deuce, a regular, cherished experience in the Tatum household, especially now that Jayson is home more than usual.
Storytime with Deuce is so important, especially now that I’m home more than usual. I’m soaking up this extra time with him. Thanks @MetroByTMobile for bringing one of my favorite parts of parenthood to life. I’m a happy dad this Father’s Day! #RuleYourDay #Ad 📖: @LadyGraceByers pic.twitter.com/vUZXdz92lO
— Jayson Tatum (@jaytatum0) June 21, 2020
The “book” is a tablet with the tale of the hour being “I Believe I Can,” by Grace Byers. It’s an excellent choice for broadening the aspirations of kids, and the narrator adds his own flair as the pair sit on a (predictably) Blue Devil-themed bunk bed.
Not a bad way to spend the day at all.
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