NBA Star’s Mom Threatens Rival Team After Injury Scare in Playoff Opener
The mother of Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has made headlines after threatening the Orlando Magic following a hard foul on her son during their NBA playoff opener. Brandy Cole was in attendance at the TD Garden on Sunday when Tatum collided with Wendell Carter Jr. and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, sending him crashing to the floor.
According to eyewitnesses, Cole was furious after seeing her son land awkwardly on his wrist. Fortunately, Tatum escaped the incident without serious injury, and the Celtics went on to win the game 103-86. However, Cole’s reaction to the incident has garnered significant attention, particularly after she was overheard offering to confront the Magic team.
As reported by the Daily Mail, Cole approached Tatum as he was heading into the Celtics’ locker room, saying, "You want me to go to the Orlando locker room?" Tatum responded with a smirk before entering the dressing room.
The incident has sparked a wave of support for Cole and the Celtics, with Barstool CEO Dave Portnoy expressing his admiration for her actions. "Love Tatum’s mother offering to beat up the Magic," Portnoy said. "We are officially into the annual Tatum playoff rite of passage. The entire world says Tatum sucks while Tatum and the Celtics beat the s*** outta everybody."
As the Daily Mail reports, Tatum was Boston’s leader in points, rebounds, and assists during their NBA title victory last season. He earned a five-year contract extension worth up to $314 million, an NBA record, for his outstanding performance.
The Celtics are currently the Eastern Conference’s No 2 seed, and they will face the Magic again in Game 2 of their playoff series on Wednesday. While Tatum’s wrist injury is being monitored, Cole is expected to be in attendance to support her son.
The incident has highlighted the intense emotions and rivalries that come with playoff basketball. As Daily Mail readers have taken to social media to share their thoughts on the incident, with many praising Cole’s dedication to her son and the Celtics team.
In related news, the Celtics are looking to build on their momentum after a dominant performance in Game 1. With Tatum leading the charge, they will look to take a 2-0 lead in the series and put pressure on the Magic.
The playoff series between the Celtics and Magic is heating up, and fans are eagerly anticipating the next game. Will Tatum’s wrist injury affect his performance, or will he lead the Celtics to another victory? One thing is certain – Brandy Cole will be there to support her son every step of the way.
As reported by the Daily Mail, the Celtics have a strong chance of advancing in the playoffs, given their impressive performance last season. With Tatum and Cole leading the charge, they will be a force to be reckoned with in the Eastern Conference.
In conclusion, the incident involving Brandy Cole and the Orlando Magic has sparked a wave of interest in the NBA playoffs. As the Daily Mail continues to provide updates on the series, fans can expect more thrilling action from the Celtics and Magic. With Tatum’s talent and Cole’s dedication, the Celtics are poised to make a deep run in the playoffs.
