Jayson Tatum struggles during China fan event ahead of NBA season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 12:37 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum recently faced challenges while entertaining fans in China as he prepares for his 10th NBA season. Tatum, who returned in March after recovering from a torn Achilles, struggled to impress with shooting accuracy, missing several free throws before making one. He featured in 16 regular-season games last season, contributing an average of 21.8 points, 10 rebounds, and 5.3 assists. The Celtics finished the previous season with a 56-26 record but lost in the first round of the playoffs. With the departure of Jaylen Brown traded for Paul George, Tatum is positioned as the sole face of the franchise as training camp approaches.
- •Tatum is preparing for the 2026-27 NBA season in China.
- •He missed 10 straight free throws before making one during the event.
- •The Celtics had a strong previous season, finishing 56-26.
- •Boston lost in the first round of the playoffs to the 76ers.
- •Tatum will lead the team following Jaylen Brown's trade to the 76ers.
- 12:37 AMYahoo Sports — Celtics news: Watch Jayson Tatum let fans down with brutal brickfest
"Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum had a setback with entertaining his international fanbase in China. Tatum is preparing for the 10th campaign of his career in the league. Last season was significant as he rehabbed a torn Achilles he suffered during the 2025 playoffs. He returned in March this year as he showcased solid performances for a superstar […] The post Celtics news: Watch Jayson Tatum let fans down with brutal brickfest appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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