Jayson Tatum, guard for the Boston Celtics, has shared his empathy for fans who lose money on their sports parlays. During a recent interview, he admitted that he feels bad when he doesn’t meet fans’ expectations and they end up losing money.
Tatum explained that fans often vocalize their expectations during games, shouting out suggestions for him to score more points, get more rebounds, or reach certain statistical milestones. He acknowledged the pressure that comes with fans betting on his performance and how it can be challenging for players like himself.
Despite the occasional backlash from fans when they don’t win their parlays, Tatum finds humor in the situation. He mentioned that fans will often let him know when their parlays are successful but are not shy about voicing their disappointment when things don’t go as planned. For him, this banter is a unique way for fans to engage with players and show their investment in the games.
Tatum leads the Celtics in scoring and rebounding with impressive stats that have helped the team throughout the season. Despite the pressure of fans’ parlays, he remains focused on his performance and appreciative of the support from fans, even when bets don’t go their way.
