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Celtics Receive Good News on Jayson Tatum Before Game 7 vs 76ers

Celtics Receive Good News on Jayson Tatum Before Game 7 vs 76ers

Summary

Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics experienced calf stiffness during Game 6 against the Philadelphia 76ers but is expected to be ready for Game 7. Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla and Tatum both said the issue was not an injury, and reports indicate Tatum feels fine and prepared to play.

Key Facts

  • The Celtics and 76ers are tied 3-3 in their playoff series, leading to a deciding Game 7.
  • Tatum showed signs of calf discomfort in the third quarter of Game 6 but called it stiffness.
  • He briefly left the game but returned and did not reenter the court before the end.
  • Coach Joe Mazzulla denied that Tatum had a serious injury.
  • ESPN reporter Shams Charania confirmed that everyone around Boston believes Tatum will play in Game 7.
  • Tatum suffered an Achilles tendon rupture less than a year ago, so calf issues raise concern.
  • Tatum has been improving his performance but still needs to stay healthy to help the Celtics win.
  • The Celtics lost Game 6 after falling behind by 22 points in the final minutes when starters were rested.
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