Boston Celtics’ Jayson Tatum Appointed Chief Basketball Officer At Duke University

As Boston Celtics champion Jayson Tatum nurses an injury (a ruptured right Achilles tendon) he suffered in last season’s playoffs, he has been hired by his alma mater, Duke University, as the basketball program’s “Chief Basketball Officer.”

Duke University announced that the former Blue Devil will serve in a volunteer position as a special advisor to basketball head coach Jon Scheyer in this newly created role.

Excited to welcome a 6x NBA All-Star to the staff!!

🤝 CBO @jaytatum0 pic.twitter.com/HF4midmiqO

— Duke Men’s Basketball (@DukeMBB) October 7, 2025

“I am ecstatic about the opportunity to be Duke’s first Chief Basketball Officer,” said Tatum in a written statement. “This program means so much to me, and I had an unbelievable time here. I already watch every game, come back whenever I can, and connect with Coach Scheyer often. To have the chance to formalize my relationship with the program and broaden my ability to impact the players and culture means the world to me. As former players, we all share the responsibility of supporting the next generation of Duke Basketball.”

In Tatum’s role, he will help guide the student-athletes in their journey to help them be successful off and on the court, through his leadership and lived experiences as a former Duke player.

The new CBO will share insights on player development and team culture while serving as a mentor to the players in areas like career management, personal brand building, and balancing life on and off the court. Tatum will participate in virtual sessions with the team and coaching staff during the season. He will also assist Scheyer with the roster and development trends based on his professional experience as an NBA player. The Boston player will give feedback on the players as well.

“We are honored to welcome Jayson Tatum as our Chief Basketball Officer,” said Scheyer. “This program has always been about pushing the game forward. Jayson has been incredibly loyal to Duke since the day he committed, and this evolution represents the next step in how we connect The Brotherhood to the future of our players. Jayson is the ultimate professional. His ability to inspire, motivate, and guide our student-athletes is unmatched, and I could not be more excited to see the impact he will have on our team and our culture.”

Boston Celtics’ Jayson Tatum Appointed Chief Basketball Officer At Duke University