Joe Mazzulla confirms Jayson Tatum’s status for Game 7 vs. 76ers

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Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla confirmed that Jayson Tatum will play in Game 7 against the 76ers. Tatum, who has averaged 23.3 points in the playoffs, downplayed concerns about stiffness in his left leg.

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Joe Mazzulla confirmed Jayson Tatum will play in Game 7
Tatum averaged 23.3 points in the playoffs
Concerns arose from stiffness in Tatum's left leg

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The Boston Celtics haven't released an official injury report ahead of their do-or-die Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night. But during a conference call with the media on Thursday afternoon, Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla confirmed that Celtics star Jayson Tatum will be good to go for the final game of the first-round playoff series. During the second half of a 106-93 loss in Philadelphia, Tatum was seen with his trainer, Nick Sang, and was riding the stationary bike near the team tunnel. This caused some panic to set in for Celtics fans, who witnessed the six-time All-Star rupture his right Achilles last postseason in the second round. However, following the disappointing defeat, Tatum downplayed the stiffness in his left leg and said he expected to play on Saturday.

Mar 21, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) and head coach Joe Mazzulla discuss a play against the Utah Jazz during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images "Yeah, he'll play," Mazzulla reiterated on Thursday. So far, Tatum has averaged 23.3 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game during the 2026 NBA Playoffs. He's arguably not fully himself yet, given the fact that his season-ending Achilles injury was less than a year ago, but he's been pretty close to the All-NBA talent the Celtics are used to. The rest of the C's haven't been as effective, as only Tatum, fellow Celtics star Jaylen Brown, and bench point guard are averaging over 9 points per outing in the first round. Whether Tatum steps up in Game 7 at TD Garden once again or another hero emerges for the Celtics doesn't matter, they just need somebody, anybody, to save the season — or else a long offseason lies ahead. Listen to "Havlicek Stole the Pod" on: Blue Wire: iTunes: YouTube: *This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: *

Q&A

What is Jayson Tatum's status for Game 7 against the 76ers?

Jayson Tatum is confirmed to play in Game 7 against the Philadelphia 76ers.

How has Jayson Tatum performed in the 2026 NBA Playoffs?

Jayson Tatum has averaged 23.3 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game during the playoffs.

What injury concerns did Jayson Tatum have before Game 7?

Tatum experienced stiffness in his left leg, raising concerns due to his previous Achilles injury, but he has downplayed it.