Jayson Tatum shared a long-term goal that instantly grabbed attention: he wants to keep playing for another decade so he might one day share an NBA floor with his son, Deuce.
Reflecting on Deuce turning eight and his own age of 27, Tatum said,
“Can I play 10 more years? I can easily do that. So if it works out it would be cool,”
Jayson Tatum on playing with his son Deuce:
“He turned 8, I’m 27, it’s like damn can I play 10 more years? I can easily do that. So if it works out it would be cool.” 👀
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Tatum’s comment connects to a rare, emotional milestone the NBA recently witnessed when LeBron James appeared in the league at the same time as his son, Bronny, creating a father–son moment unprecedented in modern NBA history. Coverage framed Tatum’s aim as aspiring to a similar kind of shared-stage legacy, emphasizing the possibility of a late‑career window that aligns with Deuce’s future playing age if circumstances allow.
The quote’s context; Deuce’s eighth birthday and Tatum’s assertion that a 10‑year horizon is realistic, grounded the idea in practical terms rather than mere wishful thinking. Tatum’s career arc supports the notion that a 10‑year runway is conceivable if health and performance hold.
