Only Jayson Tatum truly knows how much his limited role on Team USA affected ... a stat that’s long been closely linked to MVP candidacy. Over the last 45 seasons, 26 NBA MVPs (57.8%) led the league in win shares, 37 ranked in the top three (82.2% ...

Now, as the Celtics start their current regular season campaign as one of the Association's hottest teams and Tatum's increased efficiency and aggression a major part of why that is the case, even national writers are starting to openly wonder if this is the season Tatum notches that achievement.

The reigning NBA champion Celtics are 7-1 to start the 2024-25 season, led by superstar forward Jayson Tatum averaging 30.0 points, 7.4 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 1.9 steals per game. Tatum revealed his excitement for the Celtics-Warriors matchup on Wednesday, as he looks forward to facing Golden State's star duo of Steph Curry and Draymond Green.