Mike Thomas

Sports Editor

About

Mike Thomas spent 23 years on staff and 16 years as the sports editor at The Herald News in Fall River, Mass., before joining Sportscasting in 2020. Mike has a deep knowledge of and passion for the NFL and NBA, and he excels at interviewing sports celebrities to find out their Super Bowl picks. A New England Newspaper and Press Association award-winning columnist and an avid sports memorabilia collector, Mike enjoys keeping up with all the sports news and the works of former Sports Illustrated columnist Rick Reilly. You can find more of Mike's work on Muck Rack.

Articles by Mike Thomas (3373)

Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics addresses the media.

Jayson Tatum Off to a Rough Shooting Start, but His Recent Comments Should Excite Boston Celtics Fans

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum’s early shooting struggles are of zero concern to him.

Mike Thomas • 22 Feb 2023

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics jump in the air prior to Game 1 against the Miami Heat.

How Far Is Jaylen Brown Behind Jayson Tatum as the Boston Celtics Best Player?

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum are motivated to raise Banner No. 18 for the Boston Celtics.

Mike Thomas • 22 Feb 2023

Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics and Jayson Tatum look on during the first half against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Making the Case for Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown as the NBA’s Best Duo

Are Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum the best duo in the NBA today?

Mike Thomas • 22 Feb 2023

Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics handles the ball.

Jayson Tatum Breaks a Larry Bird Mark, but He Wants Much More

Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics are off to an impressive start this season.

Mike Thomas • 22 Feb 2023

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum cannot believe the offensive foul called on his made layup against the Miami Heat.

Jayson Tatum Has a Little Something to Say About the NBA Officiating, and He May Have a Point

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum had some words to say about the officiating this year in the NBA.

Mike Thomas • 22 Feb 2023

Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics during the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Jayson Tatum’s Mother Is in Charge of the Finances and Won’t Let Him Spend His Boston Celtics Money

Jayson Tatum made a deal with his mother that he won’t spend the money he’s making with the Boston Celtics.

Mike Thomas • 22 Feb 2023

Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics celebrates with Grant Williams and Noah Vonleh against the Chicago Bulls.

Jayson Tatum’s Basketball Motivation Came After His Teacher and Classmates Crushed His Hopes

Jayson Tatum’s motivation to become an NBA player started in elementary school after he was mocked.

Mike Thomas • 22 Feb 2023

Deuce Tatum is seen with his father Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics.

Jayson Tatum Mixes NBA Stardom, Trash-Talking, and Bringing Up His Son Deuce: ‘I Was Better Than Him at 4’

Jayson Tatum has no problem talking trash to his son Deuce, 4, when they’re playing basketball.

Mike Thomas • 22 Feb 2023

Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies goes to the basket against Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics.

Jayson Tatum Has ‘Statement Game’ to Put MVP Voters on Alert

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum finds himself in the middle of the early MVP race.

Mike Thomas • 22 Feb 2023

Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics goes to the basket against Jamal Murray of the Denver Nuggets.

Jayson Tatum’s ‘Night and Day’ Comment Bodes Well for the Boston Celtics

Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics have picked up right where they left off last year.

Mike Thomas • 22 Feb 2023