Former NBA star explains the dynamic between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown

Over the years, there has been a lot of speculation about Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s off-the-field relationship.

The lack of public appearances seems to reinforce the notion that the young stars don't really get along or hang out together outside of basketball. On the court, they're leading the Celtics to another deep postseason run, but off-court concerns remain.

Speaking to FanDuel TV, former NBA player Lou Williams gave some insight into the real relationship between the two. Celtics fans can rest a little easier with his explanation.

“I pull back the curtain, they really do hang out together,” Williams said. “I've been with them on several occasions, but they're both fairly private people. They don't live lives where cameras follow them everywhere. … They keep their private lives secret, they keep their families secret, they keep their way of life secret.

“I saw them on several occasions hanging out together and being friends.”

Regardless of their relationship, Tatum and Brown had no problem taking turns being “the guy” for Boston on any given night. On Thursday, Brown's moment to shine came when he set a career playoff high with 40 points in the Celtics' second game against Indiana. That performance came the same day he was left off the All-NBA teams.

In Game 1, Tatum scored 36 points in Boston's overtime win and Brown hit the game-winning three-pointer that sent the game into overtime. The dynamic duo is seeking its first NBA title and has the best chance to win it this season.

If Williams' view is correct, the rumors surrounding Tatm and Brown are exaggerated. And even if not, it doesn't seem to be slowing Boston's pursuit of Banner 18.

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