The Boston Celtics made a statement after narrowly defeating the formerly undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers 120-117, cementing themselves as the best team in the E

Is star forward Jayson Tatum still helping to cover up the Boston Celtics ' weak spots? The ire the St. Louis native got for his play in the 2024 NBA postseason for his dip in shooting and scoring numbers in some corners of the NBA community neglected just how big of a role he was playing for the Celtics to draw two or even three defenders on one end is still going on while Tatum has found another gear on offense.

Jayson Tatum delivered … yet again. On perhaps the biggest stage the NBA has had to offer thus far – a game with Emirates NBA Cup implications between the defending champions and a Cavaliers team off to a 15-0 start to the year – Tatum once again delivered a huge performance.