Jayson Tatum led the Boston Celtics with 12 rebounds in their game against the Sacramento Kings on Friday. He also contributed 15 points and five assists while playing 35 minutes. Despite his efforts, the Celtics lost 114-97.
What It Means
Tatum’s performance marked a double-double, as he exceeded his rebounding projection by four and led his team in both rebounds and assists. This season, he is averaging 9.2 rebounds per game, ranking him second among small forwards. Tatum also averages 28.1 points per game, placing him third in the league overall and first on his team. His consistency is evident as he has played in 35 games this season, with the Celtics winning 25 of those contests.
