Jayson Tatum played 38 minutes against the New Orleans Pelicans on January 31, 2025. He recorded 27 points, surpassing his projection by 1 point. Tatum also achieved a double-double with 10 assists, which exceeded his projection by 4 assists, and led his team in rebounds with 6.
In the game against the Pelicans, the Boston Celtics secured a win with a close score of 118 to 116. Tatum’s 27 points and 10 assists were significant contributions, as he exceeded projections in both areas. His overall field goal percentage was 47.6%, while his three-point shooting was at 40.0%, hitting 4 of 10 attempts.
Tatum’s performance helped the Celtics maintain their momentum, as the team averaged 117.2 points per game in games he played. With his strong contributions, Tatum led the game in assists and aided the team in achieving a total of 118 points, which was crucial for their narrow victory.
