Jayson Tatum’s Weird New Hairstyle Causes A Stir
Jayson Tatum's Weird New Hairstyle Causes A Stir
NBA players frequently use the offseason to experiment with their personal style, often generating significant buzz among fans and media alike.
Several Eastern Conference stars have recently caught attention with bold appearance changes, continuing a trend where basketball players’ fashion choices become talking points throughout the league.
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum has joined this wave of style transformations, debuting a distinctive braided hairstyle that immediately sparked widespread discussion across social media platforms.
The NBA star’s new look drew numerous comparisons to popular culture figures, with fans noting striking similarities to Canadian rapper Drake. The reaction highlights how player appearances can capture public attention and generate viral moments even during the basketball offseason.
Jayson Tatum with the new look 👀 pic.twitter.com/26jLX9WBbV
— Fullcourtpass (@Fullcourtpass) August 24, 2025
Jaylen Brown Shocked By Jayson Tatum’s New Look
Jayson Tatum’s decision to sport braided hair caught his Boston Celtics teammate completely by surprise. Jaylen Brown discovered the dramatic hairstyle change while streaming live on Twitch during Invest Fest, and his reaction was immediate and unfiltered.
Brown expressed genuine shock at seeing Tatum’s new braided appearance, stating that his teammate was “just doing anything now.” The Celtics star couldn’t hide his disbelief during the live stream, demonstrating the same surprise that many Celtics fans experienced when photos surfaced.
The timing of Tatum’s style transformation comes while he recovers from a torn right Achilles injury sustained during Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. His rehabilitation process continues following the playoff injury that occurred in the series.
Boston Celtics supporters had been anticipating updates regarding Tatum’s recovery timeline. Instead, his unexpected braided hairstyle became the primary discussion topic among fans and teammates alike, overshadowing basketball-related news temporarily.
A graduate from the University of Texas, Anthony Amador has been credentialed to cover the Houston Texans, Dallas Cowboys, San Antonio Spurs, Dallas Mavericks and high school games all over the Lone Star State. Currently, his primary beats are the NBA, MLB, NFL and UFC.
