On the Boston Celtics signing Jayson Tatum to the biggest NBA deal in history

The Boston Celtics and star forward Jayson Tatum have agreed to a five-year, $315 million supermax contract extension, with a player option on the final year of the deal. The deal marks the largest contract in NBA history up to this point, passing his teammate Jaylen Brown in that regard.

CLNS Media reporter Bobby Manning reacts to this historic deal for the Celtics, breaking down its potential impact. He explores what securing Boston’s entire starting five for the upcoming 2024-25 NBA season means for the Celtics’ future championship ambitions to hang Banner 19 on the heels of their last title.

Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what he had to say about Tatum’s new deal.

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