Jayson Tatum's nostalgia comes full circle with LeBron James' prophecy, Larry Hughes link

As a 14-year-old kid, Jayson Tatum wanted two things out of life – a successful career in NBA and a follow back from 16-time NBA All-Star LeBron James on Twitter. While a number of kids with hopes and dreams in ir eyes long for social media attention from top athletes like LeBron James, Jayson Tatum h an edge that could turn his dream into reality. Boston Celtics star is related to LeBron James, being Larry Hughes nephew.

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Lakers vs Celtics highlights: Lakers win, but Larry Hughes nephew Jayson Tatum steals show

With 41 points against Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on Sunday night, Jayson Tatum led Boston Celtics’ charge as y looked to repeat result from game at TD Garden in January. Career-high in points and shooting meant that Jayson Tatum was undoubtedly man of hour, despite narrow loss to Lakers. However, Tatum will have few complaints against man that swung game late on – LeBron James.

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With a feaway in final minute, LeBron James hauled Lakers to victory against Jayson Tatum and co. Post hard-fought victory, LeBron James took to Instagram to laud Larry Hughes nephew. "That boi to left of me (Jayson Tatum) is an ABSOLUTE PROBLEM!! Keep going", re LeBron James' caption on Instagram. 

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Interestingly, Jayson Tatum uncle played alongside LeBron James during his time with Cleveland Cavaliers. Larry Hughes kept an eye on Jayson Tatum's progress back during his time in college. “His sophomore year…that he (Jayson Tatum) h a chance to be special. He was growing like a weed. His skills were re, his footwork was re. You kind of never really kw with injuries and amount of games that y play, but his skill set and his attention to want to be a good basketball player was re", Larry Hughes said in an interview. 

LeBron James Instagram brings Jayson Tatum full circle

As a 14-year-old, Jayson Tatum posted a picture on Twitter, asking LeBron James to follow him back. Lakers star ultimately followed him back during end sts of his second stint with Cleveland Cavaliers. weekend at Staples Center, however, could prove to be a whole new story for Jayson Tatum, LeBron James and Larry Hughes, with Jayson Tatum garnering acclaim t only on LeBron James Instagram p but from NBA fans across country. 

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