Jayson Tatum

Back-to-backs, holding Jayson Tatum out of Game 7, and sports science

Early season injuries across the league have brought player load management under heavy scrutiny. During a recent matchup against the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden, the coaching staff opted against…

Oct 30

Celtics star Jayson Tatum says he's 'starting to feel like my old self' again after hitting game-winner

Boston forward Jayson Tatum delivered a stellar performance on Tuesday, scoring 40 points, grabbing five rebounds, and dishing out eight assists without committing a single turnover. His stellar play…

Jayson Tatum For The Win!

Despite recent off-court friction surrounding the surprising departure of Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers, Jayson Tatum delivered on the floor for Boston during a tight contest. With just 2.3…

One Possession: Jayson Tatum is giving the game what it needs

Jayson Tatum led the Boston Celtics to a 125-124 overtime victory against the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden on Tuesday, capping the performance with a game-winning mid-range shot. Despite playing on the…

Nets fall to 0-4 with 125-124 OT loss to Celtics on Jayson Tatum's buzzer beater

The Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to three games after defeating the Brooklyn Nets 125-124 in overtime on Tuesday. Jayson Tatum secured the victory with a 17-foot jumper at the buzzer,…

Why the simmering Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum feud is good for the NBA -- and the 76ers-Celtics rivalry

The ongoing tension between former teammates Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum has generated significant media attention ahead of their upcoming matchup. Following Brown's trade to the Philadelphia…

Oct 27

Jaylen Brown confirms ‘no beef’ with Jayson Tatum, but adds, ‘he should stay ready’

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum have publicly addressed recent rumors regarding their relationship following Brown's offseason trade from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers. While Tatum…

Oct 25

Jaylen Brown responds to Jayson Tatum's 'no beef' comments as dispute continues: 'might be a little lamb chops and some gravy'

Jaylen Brown addressed his relationship with former Boston teammate Jayson Tatum following the Philadelphia 76ers' 127-116 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. While both players have publicly denied…

Oct 25

Jayson Tatum dismantled the Knicks’ defense in a primetime statement

Jayson Tatum bounced back from a disappointing season opener to lead the Boston Celtics to a 107-103 victory over the New York Knicks. Tatum dominated the contest with 36 points on 54% shooting,…

Oct 24

Jayson Tatum extends olive branch to Jaylen Brown amid rumored rift: ‘There’s no beef’

Following a 107-104 victory over the New York Knicks, Jayson Tatum publicly addressed recent social media friction involving former teammate Jaylen Brown. The tension stemmed from Brown labeling a…

Oct 24

Jayson Tatum saves the day, Celtics beat Knicks 107-103

Jayson Tatum spearheaded a narrow victory for Boston with an impressive performance totaling 36 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists. The home team held off New York to secure a 107-103 win, bolstered…

Oct 24

Jaylen Brown calls 'cap' on Jayson Tatum's recollection of stunning Celtics-76ers trade

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum's long-standing partnership in Boston has ended following a a single trade that swapped Brown for Paul George. Through a social media interaction on Instagram, Brown…

Oct 23

NBA opening night overreactions: Jayson Tatum already misses Jaylen Brown, 76ers have it all figured out

The 2026-27 NBA season kicked off with several notable results. The Detroit Pistons' massive 22-point comeback against the Boston Celtics leads the way. Meanwhile, LeBron James and the Philadelphia…

Oct 21

Jayson Tatum’s season debut was far from pristine, but there’s no reason to panic

Jayson Tatum struggled with his shooting in a 113-121 defeat to the Pistons, finishing with 13 points on 6-of-23 shooting and 0-of-7 from beyond the arc. Despite the poor efficiency, including a…

Oct 20

Celtics players share favorite Jayson Tatum moments, games and more

The Boston Celtics’ franchise cornerstone, Jayson Tatum, is poised to reclaim his All-NBA form as the team gears up for the 2026-27 campaign, kicking off with a home opener against the Detroit…

Oct 20

Jayson Tatum and the Celtics are making irrational optimism feel rational

The Boston Celtics are off to a preseason start that has fans and analysts alike questioning whether their optimism is justified—or if this team is truly breaking the mold. Jayson Tatum, already an…

Oct 13

Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown ignore each other in awkward Celtics-76ers pregame scene

During an exhibition matchup between eastern conference rivals, former teammates Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown conspicuously avoided each other during pregame warmups following a high-profile summer…

Oct 12

Jayson Tatum got a ‘surreal’ first look playing alongside Paul George

During a preseason matchup at TD Garden, Jayson Tatum experienced a peculiar sensation taking the court alongside veteran Paul George rather than his usual partner Jaylen Brown. The Celtics cruised…

Oct 11

Jayson Tatum has new perspective at Celtics training camp

Jayson Tatum’s return to full participation in Boston Celtics training camp marks a stark contrast to last year, when he spent much of his time recovering from a ruptured Achilles tendon. Nearly 17…

Oct 6

Celtics notice Jayson Tatum leadership leap to begin camp

Entering his tenth season with the franchise, Jayson Tatum has taken noticeable strides in his leadership during informal workouts and the opening of training camp. The star forward organized a…

Sep 30

Mike Conley Jr. raves about Jayson Tatum's leadership for Celtics

Veteran guard Mike Conley Jr. has shared high praise for teammate Jayson Tatum as the star forward embraces an elevated leadership role for the Boston Celtics ahead of the 2026-27 NBA campaign.…

Sep 30

Jayson Tatum looked up to Paul George growing up

During a Monday press conference, Jayson Tatum shared how modeling his game after Paul George during his youth shaped his basketball path. As he reminisced, George arrived for his own media session,…

Sep 30

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Jayson Tatum isn’t interested in calling these Celtics “his team”

During media day activities in Boston, franchise forward Jayson Tatum addressed reporters to push back on claims that the team now belongs entirely to him. Entering his tenth season with the…

Sep 28

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Jayson Tatum puts the false narratives to rest regarding his friendship with Jaylen Brown

Jayson Tatum addressed ongoing rumors concerning his relationship with Jaylen Brown, shutting down inaccurate claims that have circulated about the dynamic between them. Tatum emphasized the reality…

Sep 18

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Jayson Tatum Addresses Jaylen Brown Rift Rumors After Celtics Trade

Following a recent roster move by the Boston Celtics, Jayson Tatum has spoken publicly to clear the air regarding speculation of friction between himself and teammate Jaylen Brown. Tatum directly…

Sep 17

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Celtics star Jayson Tatum on his relationship with former teammate Jaylen Brown: ‘For me, I love that guy’

Boston Celtics standout Jayson Tatum publicly shared his deep affection for his longtime peer Jaylen Brown, describing strong personal feelings by stating, "For me, I love that guy." The remarks…

Sep 17

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"I'm not here to necessarily steal the shine" - Paul George thinks he and Jayson Tatum can thrive together on the Boston Celtics

Paul George expressed confidence regarding a hypothetical partnership alongside Jayson Tatum with the Boston Celtics, envisioning mutual success for both players on the roster. Addressing how the…

Sep 16

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George, along with acquisitions Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley, Jr. represent president of basketball operations Brad Stevens’ attempt to shore up the roster alongside Jayson Tatum.

Brad Stevens, serving as the president of basketball operations, is actively working to reinforce the team's lineup around Jayson Tatum. His strategy features the additions of Mike Conley, Jr. and…

Sep 16