Boston Celtics guard Jayson Tatum has recently expressed his concern for the fans who bet on him to hit parlays during games. He admits that he feels bad when he doesn’t come through for them and doesn’t want them to lose money. In fact, he even mentioned hearing fans in the crowd yelling instructions at him during games, such as shooting more threes or grabbing more rebounds.
Despite receiving criticism at times, Tatum finds it amusing how fans engage with players, including on social media platforms like Twitter. Despite the pressure of fans’ expectations regarding parlays, Tatum leads the Celtics in scoring with an average of 27.3 points per game, along with 8.2 rebounds per game. Overall, Tatum sees the interaction with fans over parlays as a unique way for athletes to connect with their supporters and appreciate their support.