Tatum: I never wanted to just get to the NBA, I wanted to be one of the best players

After Kemba Walker trade, the two-time All Star has become the highest paid player of the Boston Celtics

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has major ambitions for the rest of his career.

(via BostonGlobe)“It’s what I always wanted,” he said. “No matter how old or young I was, I never looked at myself as one of the best young players in the league. I never like when people say that. I feel like I’m one of the best players. That’s what I envisioned when I was younger. That’s what I worked for. I never wanted to just get to the NBA and be in the league, I wanted to be one of the best players.”

The former Duke forward ended his fourth year in the league with 26.4 points, 7.4 rebounds and 4.3 assist, shooting 46% from the field, 38% from beyond the arc and 87% from the foul line.