Jayson Tatum Decision Made Hours Before Celtics-76ers Game 7
Jayson Tatum was ruled out for Game 7 of the Celtics-76ers playoff series due to left knee stiffness just hours before tipoff. The Boston Celtics, despite holding a 3-1 series lead earlier, now face a tough challenge against the Philadelphia 76ers without their star forward. Tatum averaged 21.8 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 5.3 assists during the regular season and his absence is a significant blow to Boston's NBA Finals aspirations.
- ▪Jayson Tatum was ruled out for Game 7 due to left knee stiffness.
- ▪Boston Celtics held a 3-1 series lead before losing Games 5 and 6 to the Philadelphia 76ers.
- ▪Tatum averaged 21.8 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 5.3 assists during the regular season.
- ▪The decision to sit Tatum was made by the medical staff and head coach Joe Mazzulla.
- ▪Game 7 is a win-or-go-home matchup in a heated NBA rivalry.
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By Jordan SiglerShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The top two seeds in the Eastern Conference are facing tough challenges in the first round.More News: Only Two NFL Teams Still in the Mix for Aaron RodgersThe No. 1 seed Detroit Pistons will host the No. 8 seed Orlando Magic on Sunday in Game 7. The No. 2 seed Boston Celtics are set to take on the No. 7 seed Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night at TD Garden. The status of star forward Jayson Tatum was unknown before Saturday's contest.
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