Jayson Tatum and Celtics turning over a new leaf in wake of Jaylen Brown departure

Writer Ben Handler argues that Jayson Tatum has fully emerged as the Boston Celtics' clear leader following the departure of Jaylen Brown. Handler highlights that Tatum organized offseason workouts and team activities in Los Angeles for the first time in his tenure to build chemistry with rookies and new additions.

According to Handler, veteran additions Paul George, Mike Conley, and Mitchell Robinson have embraced complementary roles around Tatum. George specifically acknowledged Tatum as the team's singular superstar, which Handler suggests has created clearer role definition and improved locker room dynamics entering the new season.