Boston Celtics All-Star Jayson Tatum showed once again why he’s one of the best scorers in the NBA. Tatum danced with Orlando Magic center Mo Wagner, hit him with the stepback, and made the filthy shot right on his face. Of course, it was all cash for Tatum—who has been impressive this season. 

Tatum has been playing the best basketball of his career, averaging 26.5 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game. Despite the Celtics’ struggles, Tatum has always been their go-to and is the reason why they’re surviving in the Eastern Conference. The Celtics are currently in seventh place in the standings and in a position to compete in the play-in tournament.

Article Continues Below

However, Tatum and company have two important games versus the Miami Heat coming up. If they at least win one of those, the Celtics will have the tie-breaker. The next two games versus the Heat can determine who stays outside of the play-in tournament. Tatum has come up big for his team during important games so that’s always a big confidence booster for Celtics fans. 

What the Celtics need in order to stay afloat in the Eastern Conference standings is help for Tatum. Tatum’s co All-Star Jaylen Brown has become a reliable scorer but sometimes both can’t do the work alone. For them to succeed, they need contributions from Marcus Smart, Kemba Walker, and Tristan Thompson in the frontcourt. 

It’s going to be interesting to see what happens to the Celtics moving forward. They need to just win at least even one game versus the Heat and end their regular season strong. 

More Boston Celtics News
Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) walks off the court after losing to the New York Knicks in game six in the second round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden
Celtics’ Jaylen Brown makes confession about dealing with depressionJosue Pavon ·
Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) drives to the basket between Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) and guard Derrick White (9) during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics in game four of the 2024 NBA Finals at American Airlines Center.
Celtics’ Derrick White drops truth bomb on ‘replacing’ Jrue Holiday after tradeDaniel Donabedian ·
Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta (88) reacts after his basket against the Philadelphia 76ers in the second half at TD Garden.
1 final move Boston Celtics must make to complete 2025 NBA offseasonRohan Brahmbhatt ·
United States guard LeBron James (6) and small forward Jayson Tatum (10) react in the first half against Brazil in a men’s basketball quarterfinal game during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Accor Arena.
Jayson Tatum’s initial reaction to LeBron James’ golf swing is pricelessRexwell Villas ·
Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) in the first half during game five of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks at TD Garden.
Celtics’ Derrick White reveals Gregg Popovich’s NSFW message when Spurs traded himZachary Weinberger ·
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) talks to referee Scott Twardoski (52) during the second quarter against the LA Clippers at Intuit Dome.
Boston Celtics’ perfect move in 2025 NBA offseasonRohan Brahmbhatt ·