Jayson Tatum says goodbye to former Celtics teammates Robert Williams and Malcolm Brogdon

Jayson Tatum, who has frequently praised Robert Williams, wrote on Instagram late Sunday night: “This one hurt. My brother right here. Toughest part about this business, appreciate you for everything. Super proud of the player you have become and excited to see you play.” Williams and Malcolm Brogdon were traded by the Boston Celtics to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Jrue Holiday.

With the words: “True professional, nothing but love and respect for this guy,” he also praised Brogdon. All the best this year.

Tatum won’t be able to play alongside his former teammates until the Celtics’ game against the Blazers on March 11 — provided they’re still in Portland.