Tatum on being one of the greats: ‘It’s what I always wanted’

Jayson Tatum has a clear goal in mind: to become one of the all-time greats.

Boston Celtics All-Star Jayson Tatum surely doesn’t sell himself short when setting out goals for himself.

For Tatum, t’s not just about winning championships, hoisting MVP trophies, or making numerous All-Star appearances — it’s much greater than that.

Jayson Tatum wants to be one of the greats.

In a recent story by Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe, Tatum voiced his desire to be one of the greatest players in NBA history.

“It’s what I always wanted,” Tatum said of becoming one of the greats.

Growing up as a kid, you always envision yourself as one of the best. But for someone like Tatum, he has the skillset and the mindset to achieve that mountain top of a feat.