Jayson Tatum reflects on the Celtics-Lakers rivalry, acknowledging its historic significance while stating he doesn't consider the Lakers a rival due to infrequent matchups. Tatum's experience in pivotal playoff games has been against teams like the Bucks and Sixers. The article also highlights the new dynamic introduced by Luka Doncic joining the Lakers, who are currently on a winning streak. Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla remarks on the Lakers playing with renewed energy, setting the stage for the highly anticipated game this season.
It's an honor to be a part of that... and I'm sure everybody will look forward to that matchup as they do every single year.
I would say for my time in the league I wouldn't look at the Lakers as rivals.
It looks like they're playing with a level of joy.
Doncic's trade acquisition has energized the Lakers, who have won 14 of their last 16 games.
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