The injury-riddled Boston Celtics appeared to be on their way to an easy victory against the Atlanta Hawks, but they ended up suffering a painful defeat.
Jayson Tatum and his team had a strong first half, taking a 30-point lead, but their performance dwindled in the second half as the Hawks made an incredible comeback.
"Boy, Jayson Tatum does a lot of complaining. Who does he think he is, Caitlin Clark?"
– Hawks announcer
(h/t @ClutchPoints)
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) March 26, 2024
Tatum’s frustration with the officiating was evident when he received a reach-in foul.
Commentator Bob Rathburn made a sly remark about Tatum’s complaints, referencing Caitlin Clark, who was famously told off by her father for complaining during a basketball game.
Both Tatum and Clark are competitive athletes who understand the frustrations of officiating. Despite missing key players, the Hawks capitalized on the Celtics’ defensive shortcomings, shooting at a high percentage and securing a victory.
This loss should serve as a lesson for the Celtics to stay focused as they approach the final games of the regular season. Tatum and Clark both made headlines on Monday night, with Clark leading her team to victory in the NCAA Tournament and Tatum experiencing a humiliating defeat.
In a recent NBA game, Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum was criticized by Hawks commentator Bob Rathbun for frequently complaining to officials, likening him to college basketball standout Caitlin Clark.
"Boy, Jayson Tatum does a lot of complaining. Who does he think he is, Caitlin Clark?" – Bob Rathbun pic.twitter.com/gHZ0CUaVYQ
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) March 26, 2024
Clark, who led the Iowa Hawkeyes to the championship game last year, struggled in her team’s victory over West Virginia due to their strong defense. She frequently expressed frustration to referees throughout the game.
Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes "survive a scare…and advance to the Sweet 16."
ESPN executives can finally breathe again… pic.twitter.com/vgSrBhR2Nb
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) March 26, 2024
Despite a strong start, the Celtics faltered in the second half and suffered a humiliating loss to the Hawks. Tatum’s attempted steal resulted in a foul call against him, which was upheld upon review.
Both Tatum and Clark have the opportunity to potentially win their first championship rings this year, with Tatum’s Celtics aiming to overcome previous failures and Clark’s Hawkeyes looking to win the NCAA women’s title.
Clark’s father, Brent, was seen admonishing her for complaining during a game, reflecting her competitive nature. However, Clark defended herself, stating that her father understands her well and that camera angles can sometimes create a misleading narrative.
The Celtics’ loss to the Hawks further highlighted the scrutiny and pressure they face to live up to expectations.
Fans reacted as follows.
Lmfaoo he owned dat nigga
— 𝙁𝙞𝙜𝙨☆⚀ (@30_Dynasty) March 26, 2024
Tatum getting owned by random announcers after blowing a 30 pt lead pic.twitter.com/Zkis2DLCvo
— ᴅ ʀ ᴇ ᴡ (@FeelLikeDrew) March 26, 2024
imagine getting cooked by announcers when you blew 30 pt 💀💀
— Erèn 🤿 (@erenfromtarget) March 26, 2024
Tatum blew a 30 point lead and got clowned by the commentators idk what’s worse 💀
— SportsQuack (@SportsQuack) March 26, 2024
Apparently when the hawks commit a foul it isn’t a foul but when Celtics do same thing it is a foul…
Atlanta loving the biased commentators
— Flawless Sports (@Flawless_Sports) March 26, 2024
Caitlin Clark should be declaring for the NBA draft.. She’s way too big a star for the WNBA.
— light yagami (@habdoolahi) March 26, 2024
they have the worst broadcasting team itl ts was making my ears bleed
— Sefo (@BlazerLegndSefo) March 26, 2024
Announcer with a big W. Cooked him 😂
— Blanco (@FcBlanc0) March 26, 2024
"Who does he think he is" is crazy😭
— JalenGreen⁴💫 (10-7 & 23-29) (@JalenGreenClaps) March 26, 2024
I’m glad to world is finally realizing how horrible of a person Caitlin Clark is.
You’ll never hear the commentators bashing our Queen Angel Reese like this.
— Just Justin (@Justin_Normandy) March 26, 2024
No announcer in the NBA should talk
Like in prison where nobody is guilty, yet technically is guilty
According to players ?
Nobody has ever committed a foul
Yet, Everyone is fouled every time they drive to the basket
A mystery inside a conundrum if there ever was one— Coggin La’Machinere’🌊🌊☮️🕊✌🏽🌊 (@PeterRe76376898) March 26, 2024
hawks announcers are so miserable
— Nate Moore (@Natemoore503) March 26, 2024
I was thinking LeBron since LeBron runs around the court like a little child every time someone touches him
— Christopher k Moore (@ckmooreuf) March 26, 2024
Tatum got two free throws the whole 2nd half
— Timber style (@robinhoodjr24) March 26, 2024
30 to 5 on free throws is so bad.
— The 3rd ° (@3rdDegreeBerns) March 26, 2024
As an Iowa fan, that was pretty funny.
— CONSTANCE WIEMOLD (@CONNIENICHOL) March 26, 2024
The Tebowification of college sports and ESPN is alive and well.
— mike formerly in bama forever liverpool fc. 🏳️🌈 (@mikeinbama) March 26, 2024
