Jayson Tatum Shows Love to Duke “Dawg” Paolo Banchero After Humbling Magic Star Back-to-Back

In a game filled with mixed dynamics, Jaylen Brown spearheaded the Boston Celtics to victory over the Orlando Magic. Paolo Banchero erupted for the game-high 36 points, while Brown contributed with Celtics’ high 31 points. Additionally, Jayson Tatum delivered a solid performance with 23 points, and Kristaps Porzingis added a double-double with 10 points and 15 rebounds. The game marked the second encounter between the two teams in the last three days. However, despite gaining a better understanding of each other from the previous matchup, the outcome remained unchanged.

The Celtics have now extended their home-court dominance to a remarkable 14-0 record. Amidst the team’s celebration of their grip at home, Paolo Banchero earned accolades from none other than the star of the Celtics.

Jayson Tatum shows love to Paolo Banchero

The 2022 sports broadcaster of the year, Wendell Epps, illuminated Paolo Banchero’s expressions of admiration for Jayson Tatum. In response, the Celtics star, exuding genuine brotherly affection for the Orlando standout, replied with “My dawg right here 🤞🏽” through X on Wendell’s post.

Wendell shared a recent video of Paolo expressing gratitude to Tatum for his guidance throughout the young player’s NBA journey. Furthermore, Banchero disclosed that Tatum generously provided him with shoes at the start of the season and kept his mentoring presence around him in more than one way.

Both Jayson Tatum and Paolo Banchero share the distinction of being Duke alumni. During his lone season with Duke, Tatum showcased his skills, averaging 16.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.3 steals, and 1.1 blocks per contest. Subsequently, he declared for the draft and was chosen as the 3rd overall pick in 2017.

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In contrast, Banchero brought a dazzling performance to the court. With averages of 17.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 3.2 assists, he was selected as the first overall pick in the 2022 draft.

Melo and LeBron are Banchero’s role models

When a young player declares LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony as their idols, it’s hardly surprising. Especially considering both entered the NBA in 2003. Furthermore, it is rather a surreal feeling to witness players share the court with their role models.

Paolo Banchero has openly expressed his admiration for James, stating that he has shaped his game in the image of the King. With James, Banchero also acknowledges incorporating elements of Carmelo Anthony’s style into his play. His theory stands in a balance of imbibing certain areas of the two legends and adding his flare to it.

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Banchero has recently showcased a surge in his shooting, most importantly from the distance. Interestingly, Banchero’s recent improvement in shooting touch can be attributed to Carmelo. In a recent podcast, Banchero claimed that Melo reached out to him and helped him over the past year.