NBA insider reveals latest on Jayson Tatum fitness concerns before Celtics Game 7
Jayson Tatum's absence in the final quarter of the Celtics' 106-93 loss to the 76ers sparked concerns about his fitness ahead of Game 7. However, NBA insider Shams Charania reported that Tatum is expected to play, with sources indicating he only experienced leg stiffness. The Celtics star downplayed the issue, stating he felt fine after the game and is ready for the decisive matchup.
- ▪Jayson Tatum did not play in the final quarter of Boston’s loss to the 76ers due to leg stiffness.
- ▪ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Tatum is likely to play in Game 7 and that the Celtics organization downplayed any injury.
- ▪Tatum averaged 23.3 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game in the series, according to SofaScore.
- ▪Tatum leads all players in playoff points this decade and has the most combined regular season and postseason wins since entering the NBA.
- ▪Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla denied that Tatum sustained an injury during the game.
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