Jayson Tatum

“If somebody was to ask me who is the best rookie, I would tell them I was.”

“Meeting Kobe, it was of the greatest feelings ever.”

“All good players have to do that, to learn how to get better throughout the season. Just really work on my body. Just try to stay healthy and be stronger. Just try to get bigger.”

“The playoffs bring the best out of people.”

“That's what I am trying to be, just trying to affect the game any way possible, rebounding, getting a block, or trying to get a stop even when your shot isn't falling, because, at the end of the day, all that matters is whether you win or lose.”

“I feel like when I'm out there, I'm on the court, I just try to figure it out.”

“Coach K always wanted me to talk more, even when I was in college. That's something I'm going to do as I get older.”

“I don't really think about it. I just try to find my opportunity and then attack.”

“You gotta have confidence in yourself first before anybody else will. I've always had that.”

“You've just got to bring it every night. And that's what makes the great players great.”

“I remember placing the New Era cap on my head at the 2017 NBA draft - that moment changed my life. I'm excited to be a part of a brand that has a strong sport heritage and look forward to being a part of their history.”

“It feels great just finally knowing where I'm going and have some place to call home. And I'm glad it's Boston.”

“Most guys in my position don't get drafted to such a high-caliber team like the Celtics, so it makes me work harder because I have to compete and earn everything.”

“I didn't expect this - to be 19, be a rookie, playing this much and having a kid. It's a lot, but, I mean, I'm enjoying it.”

“It's a lot of fun, especially when you're winning. Playing at home in front of the best fans - doesn't get any better than that.”

“I'm looking to try to do more out there and just taking advantage of the opportunities that I've been given.”

“Obviously, getting stronger is the key, and knowing how to use my body, knowing what to expect.”

“There's no better way to start your career than by playing probably the best guy in the league.”

“Man, I'm always going to back up my teammates.”

“Guys are going to be physical, especially with me being the young guy. That tends to happen a lot. It's just guys trying to be stronger and bigger than me, so they're just trying to be more physical.”