Boston Celtics: 3 takeaways from mashing of Mavericks

By Sam Minton | Nov 12, 2019

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - APRIL 01: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics dribbles against the Miami Heat during the second half at TD Garden on April 01, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Heat 110-105. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) /

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PHILADELPHIA, PA – OCTOBER 23: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics (Photo by Drew Hallowell/Getty Images) /

1. Jayson Tatum was ice cold

Monday was one of Jayson Tatum’s worse of his career. He couldn’t have paid to get a bucket.

Most of Tatum’s points came from the free-throw line. He only hit one shot from the field. Tatum finished the night 1-18. He was far and away the Celtics worse shooter on the night.

Now I am pretty sure this is more of an anomaly than a red flag. Tatum can’t be shooting lights out every day. It simply isn’t possible. Tatum couldn’t have had a worse night while still scoring points.

But the Celtics definitely need a more productive Jayson Tatum. He will be looked upon for most of the scoring while Gordon Hayward is out.

Hopefully, Tatum will be able to drive to the paint and rack up some more points in the Celtics next game. Monday night will definitely not be one that Jayson Tatum will want to remember.

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