Jayson Tatum reflects on ties to Duke after facing Hornets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 5:02 PM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
Jayson Tatum returned to North Carolina to play against the Charlotte Hornets, scoring 34 points in the game. After the match, Tatum expressed his strong connection to Duke University, highlighting the relationships he has built during his time there. He noted that his bond with the program has exceeded his expectations, and he values his contributions to the team. Tatum played at Duke for nearly a year before being selected by the Boston Celtics with the third overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft.
- •Tatum scored a game-high 34 points against the Hornets.
- •He has strong ties to Duke and North Carolina.
- •Tatum sees his connection to Duke as unexpectedly strong.
- •He was drafted third overall by the Celtics in 2017.
- 5:02 PMYahoo Sports — Jayson Tatum gives surprising answer on relationship with Duke
"Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum recently spoke about his ongoing relationship with Duke University since joining the NBA in 2017.
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