In the wake of a commanding Game 1 victory, Boston Celtics’ Jayson Tatum reflected on the team’s journey to the NBA Finals, expressing a sense of disbelief at the momentous occasion.
Tatum, who delivered a stellar performance with 16 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists, shared his sentiments about returning to the Finals after a one-year hiatus.
“It felt great… it’s surreal being in the Finals… getting back to this point and being here is a really big deal,” he said, emphasizing the significance of the moment for him and his teammates.
Amidst the excitement of competing for an NBA championship, Tatum also highlighted the importance of having a fully healthy roster, especially with the return of Kristaps Porzingis from injury.
“We’re a great team when guys are down but we’re really, really special when we have everybody… [Porzingis] was a big spark for us to start the game,” he remarked, underscoring the impact of Porzingis’ performance in Game 1.
With Tatum’s leadership and Porzingis’ resurgence, the Celtics displayed a formidable combination of talent and depth in their convincing victory over the Mavericks.
As the series progresses, Tatum and the Celtics are poised to maintain their momentum and continue their pursuit of NBA glory, setting the stage for an intense and captivating showdown in Game 2.
