Published 08/09/2024 6:54:55 p.m.

Hall of Famer Annihilates Steve Kerr for Jayson Tatum Benching in Olympics

Jayson Tatum, a Celtics All-Star forward, is the 11th man in the U.S. National team’s 12-man Olympic rotation, leading to limited playing time.
Coach Stevens noted Tatum's commitment to the team, highlighting the unique opportunity to win a gold medal.
Tatum expressed his willingness to adapt for the team's success and hopes to contribute in the gold medal game.

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New York Post

Dave Portnoy hopes France ‘smacks’ USA basketball after Jayson Tatum’s Olympics benching

Dave Portnoy is hoping for a Team USA downfall in the gold medal game against France. The Barstool Sports founder and diehard Celtics fan was set off by Jayson Tatum’s benching during the Summer Games, prompting him to hop on the French bandwagon ahead of the title game on Saturday.

08/10/2024 1:48:51 a.m.·New York, United States

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CBS Sports

Steve Kerr explains Jayson Tatum benching as Bob Cousy calls out Team USA coach for anti-Celtics 'bias'

'This is an embarrassment for that poor kid,' Cousy told the Boston Globe

08/09/2024 7:06:38 p.m.·United States

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Newsweek

Hall of Famer Annihilates Steve Kerr for Jayson Tatum Benching in Olympics

The legendary former NBA superstar held little back in his criticism of USA Basketball head coach Steve Kerr.

08/09/2024 5:45:59 p.m.·United States

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The Spun

Bob Cousy Calls Out Steve Kerr For Benching Jayson Tatum At Olympics

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 27: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics reacts during the third quarter in Game Four of the Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 27, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)Justin Casterline/Getty Images Jayson Tatum found himself on the bench again on Thursday during Team USA's semifinal against Serbia.Tatum played zero minutes in Team USA's 95-51 win over Serbi…

08/09/2024 9:57:37 p.m.·Los Angeles, United States

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Boston Herald

Celtics owner, Jayson Tatum’s mom rip Steve Kerr for star’s Olympic usage

Team USA’s narrow escape Thursday against Serbia hasn’t spared head coach Steve Kerr from pointed and widespread criticism. Kerr’s decision not to play Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum in the Olympic semifinals — and not deviate from that plan even as the sharpshooting Serbians led by double digits for much of the game — drew the ire of everyone from NBA legends to Tatum’s own mother. After the game, which the U.S. rallied to win 95-91 to book a m…

08/09/2024 7:05:03 p.m.·Boston, United States

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The Cold Wire

Steve Kerr Explains Main Issue With Jayson Tatum's Benching

(Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) A lot of NBA fans have been asking the same thing during the 2024 Paris Olympics: Where is Jayson Tatum? Tatum hasn’t gotten a lot of time on the court during the big games and sat out of the entirety of the semifinal game against Serbia. According to Team USA head coach Steve Kerr, it has nothing to do with Tatum or how he plays but is all a matter of “math.” Speaking with Tim Reynolds, per NBACentral, K…

08/09/2024 5:05:23 p.m.

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