"Ella Mai did the same thing to Jayson" - NBA fans in frenzy over Jenn Tran crushing on Max Strus

NBA fans were surprised after learning that Max Strus of the Cleveland Cavaliers was the subject of a telling comment by a TV personality. Jenn Tran, The Bachelorette lead, made public her crush on Strus, one of the best role players in the NBA.

During a Thursday appearance on The Viall Files, Tran spoke about her crush on Strus, sending a strong message to the former Miami Heat player.

“Max Strus, if you’re out there and you’re single, I’m here and I’m ready," she said, via NBA Central.

These remarks sparked a series of reactions from fans, with some saying she's using a page from Ella Mai's book that she used to bag Jayson Tatum.

"ELLE MAE did the same thing to Jayson Tatum," one fan said.

Others said that Strus should take this opportunity.

"Don’t fumble this max," one fan wrote.

"Oh lord she said she was ready too lol… Max better not fumble 😭," another fan said.

Some fans were surprised that she put her attention on Max Strus, while somebody noted she was already following him.

"Jenn Tran shoots her shot at WHO?" one fan asked.

"Of all players… STRUS????" another fan wrote.

Strus wasn't the only one she mentioned, as the reality TV star revealed that Jayson Tatum was her celebrity crush too.

"No, I can't (go on dates), I truthfully can't. I think of the hottest man alive, if Jayson Tatum, my celebrity crush, asked me to go on a date, I don't think I can say yes yet because it would be really messy," she said.

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Max Strus has a fast response to Jenn Tran's comments

It seems like Max Strus took notice of these comments before the general public. NBA Central offered an update on this situation, noting that Strus was following Tran on Instagram.

Max Strus isn't in a relationship as far as we know. His NBA journey has been nothing short of remarkable, but he hasn't been seen with anyone during that time.

Strus first joined the Miami Heat in 2020, signing a training camp contract. He was one of those players who went from undrafted to becoming a reliable player in the association.

He's been with the Cleveland Cavaliers since 2023, earning a spot in the rotation and becoming a key figure in the team's aspirations. Strus hasn't been in a public relationship yet, but if Tran is successful, that could change soon.