ESPN REPORTS: Boston Celtics to Honor Jayson Tatum with Bronze Statue at TD Garden!
BOSTON, MA — In a powerful tribute to one of the brightest stars of this generation, the Boston Celtics have officially announced plans to unveil a bronze statue of Jayson Tatum—cementing his legacy as a Celtics icon and forever etching his name alongside the legends of the game.
According to an exclusive ESPN report, the statue will be constructed just outside the iconic TD Garden, joining the pantheon of Celtics greats like Larry Bird, Bill Russell, and Paul Pierce. Construction is set to begin later this year, with an unveiling ceremony targeted for early 2026.
> “Jayson Tatum has already left an indelible mark on this franchise,” Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens said. “This statue is a tribute to his greatness—not just as a player, but as a symbol of everything it means to wear Celtic green.”
A Legacy Worthy of Bronze
Since being drafted No. 3 overall in the 2017 NBA Draft, Tatum has blossomed into a superstar—leading the Celtics to multiple deep playoff runs, winning an NBA Championship, and becoming the youngest Celtic ever to score 10,000 career points.
Known for his silky-smooth scoring, unmatched footwork, and killer instinct in clutch moments, Tatum’s accolades already include:
NBA Champion (2024)
⭐ 5× NBA All-Star
Olympic Gold Medalist (2021)
All-NBA First Team Honors
Franchise leader in playoff points per game
And yet, it’s not just the stats—it’s the moments. From 50-point playoff explosions to game-winning daggers at the Garden, Tatum has become the face of Boston basketball in the modern era.
Fans React: “He Deserves It All”
Celtics Nation erupted with emotion following the announcement, with thousands taking to social media to celebrate the honor.
One lifelong fan tweeted:
“From Duke to Boston, we watched him grow. Now we’ll walk past his statue with our kids one day and say, ‘That’s Tatum. He brought us back to glory.’”
NBA legends chimed in as well. Paul Pierce, “The Truth” himself, said:
“JT earned this. He embraced the pressure, carried the torch, and brought the banner back. True Celtic legend.”
The Design: A Moment Frozen in Time
While the final design has not yet been revealed, early concept reports suggest the statue will depict Tatum in his signature pose—arms raised, mid-celebration, following his iconic game-winning three-pointer in the 2024 NBA Finals. A granite base will list his career accomplishments, with room left to grow as Tatum continues to build his legacy.
> “It doesn’t feel real,” Tatum said in a heartfelt statement. “I’m just a kid from St. Louis who dreamed of playing in the NBA. To have a statue in front of the Garden? That’s bigger than basketball.”
A Legend Among Legends
With this statue, Tatum becomes the youngest Celtic to receive such an honor, and one of the few active players in NBA history to be immortalized in bronze.
It’s more than a statue. It’s a symbol of a new era—of loyalty, leadership, and the championship heart of Jayson Tatum.
Welcome to the immortals, JT. Boston stands forever with you.
