The two sports stars have known each other since Brady was still playing for the Pats.

Tom Brady put an end to the criticism against Jayson Tatum.

Tom Brady put an end to the criticism against Jayson Tatum.LAPRESSE

Tom Brady is the greatest of all time in the NFL. Jayson Tatum is one of the best players in the NBA today. Although the two players seem to be a world apart, they are united by a close friendship, as the quarterback recently demonstrated by coming to the basketball player’s defense.

Tatum’s career hit a slight slump recently due to his lack of impact at the Paris 2024 Summer Games. Fresh off his championship with the Boston Celtics, fans and analysts expected the forward to be the star of Team USA in the Olympic tournament.

However, Tatum was on a roster headed by LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Anthony Davis, and eight other NBA stars. With such a lineup, standing out was almost an impossible mission for Tatum.

Criticism of the Celtics star was not long in coming. However, one of his most fervent defenders has been, precisely, Tom Brady.

That’s what friends are for

The two sports stars have known each other for a long time. For press and fans, their relationship is limited to charity events or the occasional celebrity gala. However, their bond is deeper, as Tatum revealed in an interview, saying that Brady texts him regularly.

However, the greatest proof of friendship that Brady has given Tatum was when the SportsCenter account on Instagram published an interview with the basketball player, who lamented his performance at the Olympic Games. “I know I didn’t make a jump shot when I was with Team USA…You never exactly know when you’re gonna get the ball. But that’s part of it,” admitted Tatum.

The post caused a stir not only for Tatum’s statements but for the massive response it generated, including that of the seven-time Super Bowl winner, who decided to put an end to the criticism against Tatum.

“A true professional! A true champion! And a great teammate!” Brady commented on the post, also stating, “We should celebrate people who care more about the team success than the individual success!”

Tom’s respect for Jayson

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Brady added a different perspective to Tatum’s alleged poor performance in Paris. “There are so many people involved in every organization who don’t always play a ‘starting’ role but play a huge role in the success of the team,” recalled the former New England Patriots quarterback.

Finally, he reiterated his respect for the Celtics forward by saying, “I have more respect for Jayson Tatum now more than ever! 100% now this is what we should be teaching our kids!”

VIDEO: Michael Jordan’s Wife Yvette Prieto Was Causing A Major Stir While Dancing With Her Tipsy Husband During Wild Party On Their Expensive Italian Vacation

Michael jordan and Yvette PrietoMichael Jordan and Yvette Prieto (Photos via Getty Images)
Like most others, Michael Jordan is attempting to make the most of his summer by taking a pleasant vacation. Online footage of the NBA legend traveling to Italy with his spouse, Yvette Prieto, has just surfaced.

In one video, Jordan and Prieto can be seen dancing at a table at what seems to be a nightclub. Like in his playing days, the six-time champion smokes a cigar on his night out. The pair eventually lose themselves in the intensity of the occasion and start dancing. Michael Jordan and his spouse traveled to Italy in elegance, as anticipated. The Chicago Bulls icon is currently on a superyacht.

Several memorable moments occurred during the evening, such as the amusing present from the nightclub: a tambourine with their faces from the same night’s picture. Prieto held the unique gift up for Jordan to see, and it caused grins and laughter.

Jordan also interacted with people on their Capri excursion, shaking hands, striking pictures at their table, and dancing with them. His approachable manner and eagerness to interact with people emphasized his genuine nature even more.