Tatum said he's chasing Larry Bird as the greatest Celtic ever. Why isn't Bill Russell the measuring stick? The post Jayson Tatum is entitled to his opinion on Bird being the ‘best Celtic ever,’ but what about Bill Russell? appeared first on Boston.com.
Jayson Tatum has expressed that Larry Bird is the best Celtics player ever, citing Bird's three championships and MVPs as inspiration for his own legacy pursuit. Meanwhile, Bill Russell's achievements, including eight championships and five MVPs, are highlighted, prompting questions about why Tatum didn't acknowledge Russell. The ongoing debate centers on who should be considered the greatest Celtics player, with both Bird and Russell's contributions being significant yet differently celebrated.
