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BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
8 months ago
Tatum was injured during the fourth quarter of Monday’s Game 4 loss to the Knicks, with his leg giving out as he attempted to corral a loose ball. The Celtics star could not put any weight on his leg while being helped to the locker room, and the worst fears have officially been realized. Not only will Tatum miss the remainder of this playoff series, which Boston trails 3-1, but he’ll likely miss most of the 2025-26 season. One would expect Kristaps Porzingis to return to the starting lineup in the short term, and the Celtics have serious long-term questions to answer following Tatum’s injury.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
8 months ago
Tatum was playing a whale of a game before going down with what appeared to be a non-contact lower body injury in the final minutes. The 27-year-old small forward had given the Celtics everything they needed up to that point as he kept them in the game with his fifth career 40-point playoff performance. While specifics have yet to come out about Tatum’s injury, Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla told reporters that he’ll undergo an MRI on Tuesday. It’s safe to say it was a significant injury given Tatum’s anxious reaction and that he was carried off the floor by trainers before taking a wheelchair to the locker room. The Celtics are now down 3-1 in the series and with Tatum unlikely to make it back before a possible Game 7, a potential comeback has become that much more difficult.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
8 months ago
After back-to-back subpar performances late in Games 1 and 2 that saw the Celtics fall behind 2-0 in the series, Tatum stepped up in a must-win situation in Game 3. The 27-year-old power forward led the Celtics in minutes, rebounds, assists and three-pointers as Boston won going away in Game 3. The Celtics didn’t have to deal with the Knicks in a late and close situation as they won by 22 points. Boston will now have a chance to even the series in Game 4 on Monday night.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
8 months ago
The positive outlook is that Tatum is averaging 15 rebounds per game in this series and contributing as a playmaker and a defender. The negative (and honest) outlook is that he hasn’t been the dominant scorer that Boston has needed him to be. Though he gave them a late lead with a dunk, he couldn’t get a shot off with a chance to win it on the final play. Now, his team is down 0-2 and will head to New York for Games 3 and 4. If Boston is going to repeat as champions, Tatum is going to have to step up his game.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
8 months ago
Tatum’s 16 rebounds were two shy of his playoff career-high, but the Celtics rely on him more for scoring than rebounding. And, besides scoring 13 of Boston’s first 19 points, JT struggled in Game 1. Far too often during the second half, he (and some of his Celtics teammates) settled offensively, opening the door for New York to erase a 20-point deficit. As a team, Boston attempted an NBA playoff record 60 three-pointers, and their percentage (25 percent) was the worst for any of the 23 teams in league history who have put up at least 50 threes in a playoff game. Tatum and the Celtics will look to even the series on Wednesday night.
Source: Law Murray
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Closing out a series can be difficult, as the Celtics were reminded on Tuesday. They trailed Orlando by two at the half, with Tatum shooting 6-of-9 from the field. He would only make four more field goals on the night, but the six-time All-Star took advantage of the foul line. Tatum made all 11 of his attempts in Game 5, extending his streak to 37 consecutive made free throws. With New York losing to Detroit on Tuesday, the Celtics will have a rest advantage to begin the second round, regardless of who their next opponent will be.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum put together another strong outing vs. the Magic in his second game back in the lineup following a wrist injury that sidelined him for Game 2. Tatum’s point total in Sunday’s victory was his highest of the series and the second consecutive game in which he tallied at least 36 points. Additionally, Tatum grabbed double-digit rebounds for the second time in the opening round, giving him his second double-double of the 2025 postseason. He’ll have a chance for a third-straight 30-point game in Tuesday’s Game 5.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum came back from a nasty wrist injury that knocked him out of Game 1 and caused him to miss Game 2. The 27-year-old small forward led the way for the Celtics. Tatum had 36 points on 22 shots including four made three-pointers. He struggled to take care of the ball with seven turnovers, though. Overall, it was certainly encouraging that Tatum was able to play 39 minutes even though the Celtics ultimately lost the game.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum is making a return from a nasty wrist injury that forced him to leave Game 1 and miss Game 2. With Jrue Holiday out with a hamstring injury, Horford will get another start for the defending champions as they look to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the series.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum is returning after missing Game 2 with a wrist injury. It’s a surprising turnaround after the 27-year-old small forward was initially listed as doubtful. Brown has been dealing with a knee injury for some time now, but is available again after his 36-point explosion in Game 2.
Source: Zach Cox
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum’s status has been upgraded to questionable, giving him a chance to play, though he’s not out of the woods just yet. The 27-year-old small forward missed Game 2 with a right distal radius bone bruise. Al Horford would likely start for Tatum again if he’s ruled out while Payton Pritchard would see increased opportunities. The Celtics would like to lean heavily on Jaylen Brown, who is also questionable with a knee injury.
Source: Bobby Krivitsky
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum missed Wednesday’s Game 2 victory with an injured right wrist, and he appears on track to remain out Friday night. Al Horford moved into the starting lineup, while Tatum’s absence also meant more opportunities for Payton Pritchard. Also, the Celtics will rely more on Jaylen Brown, who recorded a 36/10/5/1 line with five three-pointers in Game 2.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Considered day-to-day after falling hard on his wrist during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s series opener, Tatum will not play in Game 2. During the regular season, Al Horford was the replacement in the starting lineup when the Celtics were forced to play without a starter; that should be the case on Wednesday. However, more minutes will also be available to Payton Pritchard and Sam Hauser as Boston looks to take a 2-0 series lead.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Previous reports indicated that Tatum would be considered “day-to-day”, so this shouldn’t be a lengthy absence for him. However, he is expected to miss this game, which will provide the Magic a chance to steal homecourt advantage. Al Horford and Sam Hauser are the likely candidates to move into the starting unit, though Payton Pritchard will certainly take on extra minutes off the bench.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum took a hard fall in the fourth quarter of Game 1, and though he remained in the game, he left early after looking uncomfortable. Tatum’s status for Game 2 is a monster storyline, and if the superstar forward is not able to go, his playing time could be filled with a committee approach. Payton Pritchard, Sam Hauser and Al Horford should see bumps in playing time if Tatum is sidelined.
Source: Gary Washburn
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
Tatum got his 2025 playoffs off to a slow start, and that was before he landed hard on a drive to the basket during the fourth quarter. The Celtics star landed on his already-injured right wrist, and although he stayed in the game, the injury was a concern. Tatum would eventually get the wrist taped, but he never looked comfortable, even after exiting for good with a little over two minutes remaining. Game 2 of the series is on Wednesday; hopefully, the extra day off does Tatum some good regarding his right wrist.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
While Brown did play in Sunday’s win over the Wizards, Tatum was held out with a sprained ankle. Al Horford (knee) slid into the power forward role but will not be available on Tuesday. If Tatum or Brown cannot play against the Knicks, Sam Hauser may be the next man up, and this would raise his streaming ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
With the Celtics unlikely to grab the one-seed from the Cavaliers, the focus for the final week of the regular season will likely be ensuring that their key players are healthy for the playoffs. Despite Sunday’s game not being part of a back-to-back, Tatum and Brown aren’t guaranteed to play. If either sits, Al Horford will likely move into the starting lineup, with Sam Hauser and Payton Pritchard taking on enhanced roles within the rotation.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
9 months ago
While Tatum had a rough night from three, shooting 1-of-8, he was 8-of-10 from two, with six of those makes occurring in the restricted area. The result was a 50 percent night from the field and a complete stat line for Tatum, who has been close to a top-25 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks. His season-long value remains high heading into Boston’s final game of Week 22 on Sunday against the Wizards.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
10 months ago
For the second-straight game, Tatum was able to turn in a 20-point double-double in a double-digit win on the road. In fact, the Celtics completed a six-game road trip against Western Conference opponents and won each game by double digits. They’ve now won nine in a row and 14 of their last 15 games, with Tatum scoring at least 20 points in 10 straight games. The occasional rest night has been the only limitation for Tatum, and he has sat out four games in March. He’ll look to keep the production up against the Heat on Wednesday.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
10 months ago
Tatum was back in the Celtics’ lineup after sitting out Wednesday’s win over the Suns, and he made up for lost time with an excellent stat line. Over the past two weeks, the Celtics star has offered top-10 value in eight-cat formats. When Tatum is on the court, fantasy managers don’t worry about much. However, with the Celtics locked into a top-two seed in the East and trailing Cleveland by four games in the loss column, the team may look to get its primary weapons additional time off before the end of the regular season. The Celtics play four games without a back-to-back during Week 22, but that doesn’t guarantee Tatum will be available for each contest.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
10 months ago
Tatum is back after sitting out Wednesday’s rout of the Suns. His return will push Al Horford to the bench, where the veteran forward/center offers less fantasy value. However, managers in deep leagues should hold onto Horford, as he will still play reliable minutes.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
10 months ago
Tatum was initially questionable for Wednesday’s game but has been officially ruled out. With the Celtics otherwise healthy, Al Horford should slot into the starting lineup alongside Derrick White, Jrue Holiday, Jaylen Brown, and Kristaps Porzingis. Horford is worth streaming while Tatum is unavailable.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
10 months ago
Tatum went through shootaround and has been upgraded from doubtful to questionable ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Suns. He exited early from Monday’s game against Sacramento with this ankle injury after landing on Domantas Sabonis’ foot after taking a three-pointer. Al Horford could start and get a slight fantasy bump if Tatum is ultimately ruled out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
10 months ago
While Tatum has not been officially ruled out for Wednesday’s game, he appears unlikely to be available after spraining his left ankle on Monday. Al Horford will be available in Phoenix and should be the choice to fill the void. Tatum’s absence would raise Horford’s fantasy ceiling slightly, but he remains a standard-league option at best.
Source: Noa Dalzell
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
10 months ago
Boston is calling this a left ankle sprain. Domantas Sabonis was assessed a flagrant foul after Tatum landed on Sabonis’ foot while coming down from shooting a three-pointer, which is when Tatum twisted his ankle. He shot the flagrant free throws but went back to the locker room after that. He had 25 points, seven rebounds, eight assists and five three-pointers in 26 minutes before injuring his ankle in the third quarter. Payton Pritchard and Baylor Scheierman should take on extra minutes with Tatum unavailable, and if Sam Hauser (back) is back to play in Phoenix on Wednesday, he could start if Tatum isn’t able to suit up.
Source: Jay King
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
10 months ago
Boston is calling this a left ankle sprain. Domantas Sabonis was assessed a flagrant foul after Tatum landed on Sabonis’ foot while coming down from shooting a three-pointer, which is when Tatum twisted his ankle. He shot the flagrant free throws but went back to the locker room after that. He had 25 points, seven rebounds, eight assists and five three-pointers in 26 minutes before injuring his ankle in the third quarter. They initially said he was doubtful to return, but Boston was able to extend their lead, which affirmed that he wouldn’t need to try to play through the injury. Payton Pritchard and Baylor Scheierman took on extra minutes with Tatum unavailable, and if Sam Hauser (back) is back to play in Phoenix on Wednesday, he could start if Tatum isn’t able to suit up.
Source: Jay King
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
10 months ago
With the Celtics playing Sunday’s game without three starters, Tatum would have to shoulder a heavier workload in Portland. He answered the call, finishing one rebound and one assist shy of a triple-double. Over the past two weeks, Tatum has provided top-20 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, a three-game Week 21 may become two for Tatum, as the Celtics will visit the Kings on Monday. While he played both games of Boston’s most recent back-to-back, that has not always been the case this season.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
10 months ago
Tatum has been upgraded from questionable to available, so he will be in the Celtics’ starting lineup. With Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis out, Boston will rely more on their star forward than usual. Fantasy managers must ensure Tatum is in their active lineups before tipoff.
Source: John Karalis
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
10 months ago
Sunday’s game is the first of two in as many days for the Celtics, who visit the Kings on Monday. Given where the team is in the standings, fantasy managers should anticipate Tatum and Porzingis getting a night off at some point. Sam Hauser and Luke Kornet are the players most impacted by the starters’ availability, as they have replaced Tatum and Porzingis on prior occasions.
Source: NBA Injury Report