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Jayson Tatum is once again channeling Kobe Bryant ahead of a big game.
The Boston Celtics star spent Saturday’s practice wearing the exact same clothes Bryant wore when he worked out for the Celtics prior to the 1996 NBA Draft.
It is the second time the 24-year-old has paid homage to the late Los Angeles Lakers star during the NBA playoffs.
During Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Miami Heat, Tatum wore a purple No. 24 armband and said after the game that he watched old film of Bryant.
He finished that game with 26 points, 10 rebounds and six assists while shooting 42% from the floor.
Tatum would prefer more performances like that instead of his effort from Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
Despite Boston winning the game, Tatum finished with just 12 points and shot 3-of-17 from the floor, although he did dish 13 assists.
Perhaps the Mamba Mentality will help him get back on track in Game 2, and a Boston win to go up 2-0 while on the road would certainly be a big boost to their chances of winning his first ring.
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