Kevin McHale, a Celtics legend who won three NBA championships with the team, recently shared his thoughts on Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s growth and maturity during the playoffs this season. The former player commended the two stars for their evolution and impressive performances that helped lead the Celtics to their 18th title.
During an interview on SiriusXM NBA Radio, McHale highlighted how Tatum and Brown showed significant development during the playoffs, especially in the Finals against the Dallas Mavericks. Despite Tatum’s struggles with shooting percentages, McHale was impressed by his ability to impact the game positively in other areas such as rebounding, passing, and defense. Tatum and Brown played unselfishly and made the right decisions on the court, focusing on contributing to team success rather than their individual stats.
McHale praised Tatum for his improved passing and decision-making, noting that the young star focused on playing within the flow of the game rather than chasing after personal accolades. The former Celtics player expressed pride in the growth he witnessed from both Tatum and Brown throughout the playoffs, emphasizing the importance of their teamwork and commitment to winning.
Looking ahead to the next season, McHale acknowledged the challenge of defending a championship and called on Tatum and Brown to maintain their hunger and motivation to prove their critics wrong. While repeating as champions is no easy feat, McHale believes the Celtics have the talent and potential to be top contenders next season if they retain most of their championship roster. As Tatum and Brown continue to develop and mature, the Celtics’ prospects for future success look bright under their leadership.