Jayson Tatum congratulates Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby for Knicks' championship

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Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Jayson Tatum congratulates Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby for Knicks' championship
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Jayson Tatum expressed happiness for friends Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby after they won the championship with the New York Knicks. Tatum, a star for the Boston Celtics, has dealt with injuries and the disappointment of the Celtics' recent playoff performances. Despite his competitive nature and the rivalry with the Knicks, he acknowledged the emotional difficulty of watching peers succeed while he was sidelined. Tatum noted his long-standing friendship with both players, emphasizing that while he was not rooting for them, their victory brought him joy. He aims to use this motivation positively as he prepares for the upcoming season following an Achilles injury.

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  • Tatum congratulated Brunson and Anunoby on their championship win.
  • He has faced injury challenges with the Celtics over the past two seasons.
  • Tatum mentioned knowing both players since age 16.
  • He aims to channel their success as motivation for the 2026-27 season.
  • Jaylen Brown's trade to the 76ers adds pressure to Tatum's performance.
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  • 3:14 AMYahoo SportsJayson Tatum is pleased to see Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby finally win for the Knicks
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Jayson Tatum is a fierce competitor, but he is happy that some of his friends won the championship this season.

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