The reasons behind the back and leg tattoos of Celtics player Jayson Tatum are explained.
One of the most visually beautiful play styles in terms of basketball belongs to Jayson Tatum.
The standout player for the Celtics has built a career out of leaving opponents in the dust by skillfully combining yoyo-like handles with quickness, agility, and athleticism. Tatum, who is only 26 years old and has already been selected to the All-NBA First Team three times, is destined to reach higher heights with his game in the upcoming seasons. Sooner rather than later, he might find himself in unfamiliar ground as Boston has as good a shot as any team to not just secure a position in the NBA Finals but to win the championship.
Being the star player for one of the most successful teams in basketball, Tatum attracts attention with every move. The artwork that covers his skin says as much. Like his basketball idols LeBron James and Kobe Bryant, Tatum is full of creative energy, which he displays via his ink work.
An explanation of Jayson Tatum’s tattoos
The back tattoo of Jayson Tatum
Tatum collaborated with Canadian tattoo artist Steve Wiebe on several occasions to realize his idea for a love letter to his hometown St. Louis. Celebrity tattoo artist Wiebe has done tattoos on the likes of Kevin Durant, Damian Lillard, and the late rapper Nipsey Hussle.
Tatum’s back was severely marked in the upper-left corner by Wiebe’s pen. With images of Tatum’s boyhood home, a “Archer Ave.” street sign, and a small child yearning to reach a hoops that hangs over a garage, it provides a glimpse into the artist’s local influences.
Tatum’s most striking recent back piece is the phrase “U. City,” which refers to the young football team he supposedly played for in his early years.
Together, the two created what is arguably Tatum’s most famous work, a large graphic that reads “God’s Will” in all caps. Underneath it is the phrase “Proverbs 3:5–6” in a smaller cursive font. The central line of his back is decorated with an image of Jesus Christ being crucified.
