Boston Celtics guard Jayson Tatum recently revealed his concern for fans who place bets on his performance, particularly when he doesn’t meet their expectations. During a press conference at the Celtics’ shootaround, Tatum shared that he feels bad when fans lose money on their parlays involving him.
Tatum acknowledged that fans are quick to show appreciation when he helps them win their parlays. He mentioned that fans will commend him when he meets their expectations, but they are equally vocal when he falls short of their predicted stats. Despite this, the occasional backlash from fans doesn’t bother him too much. In fact, he finds the interaction with fans regarding parlays amusing and views it as a lighthearted way for athletes to connect with their supporters.
Fans are not shy about voicing their opinions during games, urging Tatum to make certain plays or achieve specific statistics to secure their bets. The pressure to perform is high, but Tatum finds it all in good fun. He regularly hears fans yelling instructions like “shoot one more 3” or “get one more rebound” while he is on the court. Leading the Celtics in scoring and rebounding, Tatum is well-aware of the expectations fans place on him during games and aims to deliver standout performances on the court while navigating the playful interactions that arise from fans’ betting activities.
