Celtics' Jayson Tatum Out for Game 7 Against 76ers Due to Left Knee Injury

The Celtics announced that forward Jayson Tatum will miss Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night due to left knee stiffness. Tatum was added to the injury report earlier in the day and listed as questionable before the team ruled him out.

Head coach Joe Mazzulla said Tatum received treatment during the game and reported stiffness the following day. >"He came in today with knee discomfort," head coach Joe Mazzulla told reporters before Saturday’s game. "We decided, the medical team and myself decided he wouldn’t play." — Joe Mazzulla (nypost.com) Mazzulla stated he was unsure if the injury occurred on a specific play in Game 6.

Tatum returned to play in March after suffering a torn right Achilles in the previous year's playoffs against the Knicks. In 16 regular season games following his return, Tatum averaged 21.8 points, 10 rebounds, and 5.3 assists. His playoff averages were 23.3 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 6.8 assists across the series.

The Celtics face a win-or-go-home scenario without Tatum, a six-time All-Star. A victory would set up a rematch with the Knicks in the next round. Mazzulla noted the decision prioritized Tatum's health after consultations with the medical team.