Jayson Tatum leads Celtics past 76ers in preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 5:37 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Jayson Tatum showcased his abilities in the Boston Celtics' 144-106 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on October 10. He scored 23 points, adding 5 rebounds and 4 assists, helping to ease concerns about his recovery from an Achilles tendon injury. Head coach Joe Mazzulla praised Tatum's performance, noting his strong defensive activity and offensive flow. With this display, Tatum aims to establish himself as a key contributor for the upcoming season.
- •Celtics defeated the 76ers 144-106 in a preseason matchup.
- •Jayson Tatum scored 23 points with 5 rebounds and 4 assists.
- •Tatum's performance addressed health concerns from last season.
- •Joe Mazzulla praised Tatum's defensive and offensive contributions.
- •Game took place at TD Garden on October 10.
- 5:37 AMYahoo Sports — Joe Mazzulla on what Jayson Tatum showed us in Celtics' preseason Sixers blowout
"The St. Louis native went a long way toward allaying lingering health concerns from how last season ended.
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