Celtics Star Jayson Tatum: ‘I Feel Bad When I Don’t Deliver on Fans’ Parlay Bets’

Boston Celtics guard Jayson Tatum recently expressed his concern for fans who bet on him to hit parlays during games. He admitted he feels bad when he doesn’t come through for them, as he doesn’t want them to lose money. Despite receiving criticism at times, Tatum finds it amusing how fans engage with players, including on social media platforms like Twitter.

Tatum leads the Celtics in scoring with an average of 27.3 points per game, along with 8.2 rebounds per game. He noted that fans often let him know when their parlays hit, but they aren’t shy about expressing their disappointment when he falls short of their expectations.

Despite the pressure of fans’ expectations regarding parlays, Tatum sees the interaction with fans over parlays as a unique way for athletes to connect with their supporters. He mentioned hearing fans in the crowd yelling instructions at him during games, such as to shoot more threes or grab more rebounds. He believes that this engagement helps build a strong relationship between athletes and their fan base, and is grateful for the support he receives from his loyal followers.