Jayson Tatum last stepped on the court on March 9, 2024, during the Boston Celtics (BOS) game against the Phoenix Suns (PHX). Now, as Celtics insider Marc D’Amico reported, it’s unclear if Jayson Tatum will play in Monday night’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Tatum appears to have an ankle problem. He had the same ankle issue on the injury report for Saturday’s game against the Suns. However, Tatum still played this match and did very well. In the Celtics vs Suns game, Boston lost to Phoenix 117-107.
Currently, the Boston Celtics lead the Eastern Conference with 49 wins and 14 losses. On Monday night, they look forward to their 50th victory of the 2023-2024 NBA season.
A few other Celtics players are also on the injury report for their upcoming game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Jaylen Brown is dealing with a sacroiliac strain issue. Jrue Holiday suffers from left knee tendinopathy. Derrick White is nursing a sprained left hand. Kristaps Porzingis has some right hamstring tightness.
When did Jayson Tatum hurt his ankle?
Injured ankle last season In December 2023, Jayson Tatum rolled his left ankle just four minutes into the first quarter of an NBA game against the Golden State Warriors. Unfortunately, he stepped on Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski’s foot, causing the injury. Despite his injury, Tatum still played 41 minutes in the contest. However, the Celtics ultimately lost in overtime to Golden State.
Jayson Tatum’s self-awareness shines after Celtics win over Suns
In the match between the Celtics and Suns, Jason Tatum scored 29 points along with 10 rebounds and 7 assists. He made 11 field goals on 28 attempts from the field and made 5 shots on 9 attempts from downtown.
However, Jason Tatum felt his performance could have been better. Tatum said he struggled early in the match, but was able to keep up later.
ESPN’s Michael Wilbon was impressed with Tatum’s self-awareness. On the “NBA Countdown” show, Wilbon praised Jason and pointed out how his strategy had changed from avoiding the step-back three to focusing on driving to the basket. The NBA playoffs are almost here. According to Wilbon, the real success is winning the NBA championship for Jason Tatum and the Boston Celtics.
