Summary
Jayson Tatum, a player for the Boston Celtics, is returning to Madison Square Garden to play against the New York Knicks nearly 11 months after suffering a serious injury there. This game is significant for Tatum because of the past injury and also because Boston can secure the No. 2 seed in the playoffs with a win.
Key Facts
- Jayson Tatum will play at Madison Square Garden for the first time since his Achilles injury.
- The injury happened during the Eastern Conference semifinals last season.
- Boston can secure the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs with a win over the New York Knicks.
- Tatum has been playing well since his return, averaging 21.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game.
- Boston Celtics have a 13-2 record since Tatum came back to the team.
- Tatum was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week recently.
