Boston Celtics: 2 players in running with Jayson Tatum for “best under 25”

Player outside of Boston Celtics star, Jayson Tatum No. 1) Luka Doncic

Having been swiftly transitioning the Dallas Mavericks into a truly bright post-Dirk Nowitzki phase since coming into the league and winning Rookie of the Year back in 2019, Luka Doncic is easily a top-3 holder alongside Boston Celtics star, Jayson Tatum, on the “best players under 25” leaderboard.

Due to the fact that he’s just been so phenomenal over his short-lived tenure thus far in the association, it may be hard to believe that he just turned 23-years-old in late February but, in fact, it’s true.

Currently in the midst of yet another phenomenal campaign after having just finished in the top-6 of the MVP rankings in back-to-back years, the Slovanian-born baller is boasting monster averages of 27.8 points, 9.2 rebounds, 8.8 assists, 1.2 steals, and half a block per game on 45 percent shooting from the field.

Responsible for 50.5 (including points created off of assists) of his team’s 107.1 points per game averages, the 3x All-Star and 2x All-NBA selection has managed to will his team to a 39-25 record which, in turn, has the Mavericks placed fifth in the Western Conference standings and on pace to take part in their third-consecutive postseason.

A lethal offensive threat from all across the map, the 6-7 Doncic has the build of a modern-day forward, possesses the skills of a true floor general, and has the overall play of a top-tier franchise cornerstone and MVP candidate for many years to come.