Jayson Tatum struggles at Jordan Brand Tour with missed free throws
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:42 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Jayson Tatum faced challenges during the Jordan Brand Tour in China, including missing ten consecutive free throws. The Boston Celtics forward, recent returnee from injury, was visibly off his game. During a separate drill, he was nutmegged by a younger player, further drawing criticism from fans on social media. Despite these off days, Tatum is expected to rebound in the upcoming NBA season as he assumes a leadership role with the Celtics.
- •Tatum missed ten straight free throws at the Jordan Brand Tour in China.
- •He was nutmegged during a 1v1 drill by player Gal Krajncic.
- •Tatum averaged 21.8 points and 10.0 rebounds in the previous season.
- •He is returning from an injury sustained during last year's playoffs.
- •Fans reacted negatively to his struggles on social media.
- 1:42 PMYahoo Sports — Jayson Tatum Bricks 10 Consecutive Free Throws And Gets Nutmegged At Jordan Brand Tour
"Although he is one of the best players in the world, Jayson Tatum certainly didn't look like it at the recent Jordan Brand Tour in China.
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