The Great Nickname Showdown…
Jayson Tatum, the Celtics star with a nickname collection the size of Boston, has settled a hilarious debate. Despite fans dubbing him “The Anomaly,” Tatum’s play inclines towards another favorite, “Big Deuce.” “Big Deuce” gets a big thumbs up from Tatum – well, at least when he’s not stuffing his face with tacos. Eight years into his career, Tatum is certainly no anomaly, but definitely a big deal on the court.
Recently, the nickname “The Anomaly” gained traction when Portland’s social media put their love stamp on it. Even Basketball Reference got in on the action, making the moniker official. But leave it to Tatum to handle business by scoring a clean 40 points against the Lakers. What, LeBron and Luka thought they’d just slip by? Nice try, fellas.
Tatum cleared the air with a chuckle, admitting a preference for his taco-flavored nickname life. Whether friends call him “Taco Jay” or “Big Deuce,” he’s cool with it. After all, nothing beats a nickname inspired by a love for tacos and his son’s adorable nickname, “Deuce”! While “The Anomaly” has admirers, it’s “Big Deuce” that emerged victorious in a Celtics fan poll. Who knew nickname contests could get so intense? Sign up for Celtics updates and don’t miss out on nickname drama and more!
