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Veteran Stars Mentor Celtics' Rising Talent
30 Sep
Summary
- Jayson Tatum learned from Paul George's game.
- Mike Conley Jr. and Paul George mentor younger players.
- Veterans share wisdom to help Celtics' talent grow.
Veteran NBA stars Paul George and Mike Conley Jr. are providing invaluable mentorship to the Boston Celtics' young players. Jayson Tatum, now a veteran himself, previously emulated George's playing style as he developed his career. George, entering his 17th season, expressed a desire to help emerging talents like Tatum and Brandon Miller improve.
Conley, who chose Boston to play for a historic franchise late in his career, is also actively guiding younger teammates, particularly Payton Pritchard. They bond over shared interests like golf and discuss strategies for on-court improvement. Both George and Conley emphasize the urgency to win a championship late in their careers.
Jordan Walsh also sought out George for training, learning new moves and tips that he plans to use this season. Walsh noted that he and other younger players grew up watching these legends and now have the unique opportunity to compete against them with respect and humility.
