Jayson Tatum led the Boston Celtics to a big win against the Orlando Magic on Friday, scoring 30 points. He shot 12-of-21 from the field and hit four three-pointers. Tatum also grabbed six rebounds and blocked shots, playing a total of 35 minutes. The Celtics won the game with a score of 121-94.
What It Means
Tatum’s performance against the Magic marked his achievement of scoring over 30 points, leading both his team and the game in scoring. This season, he is averaging 27.7 points per game, ranking first on his team and sixth in the league. He has been consistent in rebounding as well, averaging 9.4 rebounds per game, which places him second at his position. Tatum has had multiple streaks this season where he scored at least 20 points in consecutive games. His ability to lead in scoring and rebounding makes him a key player for the Celtics.
