Jayson Tatum ranked second-most hated player in the NBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Jayson Tatum was named the second-most hated player in the NBA by RotoWire, trailing only Draymond Green. The survey showed Tatum is disliked in 13 states, including North Carolina, where he played college basketball. His polarizing presence stems from his success and the teams he has played for, despite being largely non-controversial on the court. Tatum has less than half the career technical fouls of Green, who is known for his on-court scuffles. This recognition highlights the contentious nature of fan rivalries in basketball.
- •Jayson Tatum is identified as the second-most hated NBA player.
- •He is most disliked in North Carolina, among other states.
- •Tatum has a history with the Blue Devils and Celtics.
- •He has fewer technical fouls than other players like Draymond Green.
- •The survey underscores fan sentiments towards successful players.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Former Duke star Jayson Tatum receives shocking distinction
"Jayson Tatum was recently named the second-most hated player in the NBA by RotoWire, a distinction that may come as a surprise to Duke fans.
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