Evan Turner’s recent tweet has sparked a buzz in NBA circles, as the former player-turned-coach vowed to release video footage of a one-on-one game in which he claims to have beaten Jayson Tatum 5-0. The claim has naturally captured fans’ attention. Turner’s challenge to get 100,000 likes on his tweet before releasing the video has only amplified the anticipation.
“If this tweet gets 100k likes then I’ll release the video footage of me beating Tatum 5-0 back in 2021.”
The back-and-forth began when Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum appeared on Jeff Teague’s Club 520 podcast. During the episode, Teague and his co-hosts questioned Tatum about Turner’s bold claim. Spotting an opportunity to stir up some fun, Teague’s co-host asked Tatum directly about the claim. Tatum’s response was characteristically calm, yet pointed.
“I don’t address a lot of things… And sometimes you just can’t let people get away with lying… He was trying to get a 10-day.”
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The casual dismissal by Tatum, with a touch of humor, subtly hinted that he wasn’t taking Turner’s claim seriously. However, this response struck a chord with Turner, who has used social media as a platform to continue playfully pushing his narrative. Soon after the promotional clip of Tatum’s interview was posted on X (formerly Twitter), Turner quote-tweeted it, issuing a challenge.
The gauntlet was thrown, and NBA fans eagerly began rallying to hit the 100k target, eager to see if Turner’s story held any truth or if he was simply enjoying a good-natured ribbing of his former teammate.
The narrative is especially amusing because Turner, now 36, is well past his playing prime, while Tatum is one of the NBA’s elite players. The idea that a former assistant coach could dominate an All-NBA star in a one-on-one game sounds almost too good to be true, adding to the intrigue surrounding Turner’s claim. Fans see this as a classic case of a veteran stirring the pot, particularly because Turner’s tweet implies he’s confident enough to put the footage out there.
Regardless of whether or not Turner is bluffing, his actions have provided fans with lighthearted entertainment and stirred up engagement on social media. If Turner’s tweet reaches 100k likes, the NBA world could finally get a glimpse into the infamous one-on-one session. Whether the video reveals Turner’s claim as fact or showcases Tatum’s skills in full, it promises to add to the amusing lore of former and current NBA players interacting off the court.
The whole saga underscores the close bond and camaraderie among players. Turner and Tatum’s playful exchanges highlight the personal connections that often extend beyond the court. This incident has shown a humorous side of the game and the competitive banter that fuels players’ friendships.
Should Turner release the footage, it would be another great moment for fans to witness the more human side of NBA stars and enjoy a story of pride, friendly rivalry, and the deep-rooted basketball culture of one-on-one bragging rights.
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