Jayson Tatum Commemorates Kobe Bryant MVP Tattoo

Jayson Tatum, star player for the Boston Celtics, has commemorated his record-breaking performance at the 2023 NBA All-Star Game by getting a tattoo of the Kobe Bryant MVP trophy on his right thigh. Tatum scored 55 points during the game, surpassing the previous record set by Anthony Davis and earning the MVP award named after the late NBA legend Kobe Bryant, whom Tatum idolized. This summer, Tatum not only celebrated this achievement but also won his first championship with the Celtics and a second Olympic gold medal. He shared the tattoo on Snapchat, reflecting on the significance of receiving an honor named after his childhood hero. Tatum described the moment as extremely special and a dream come true, having previously expressed his desire to win the MVP after the award was renamed for Bryant in 2020. The tattoo serves as a lasting reminder of his pivotal moment in his career.