CelticsBlog · Apr 30, 2025
Jayson Tatum acts as closer in Game 5 win over Orlando
Jayson Tatum has had countless incredible playoff moments over the course of his career with the Celtics but the final three games he played against the Magic might be up there with some of his best.
After a low scoring game in Game 1 and missing Game 2 due to a wrist injury, Tatum bounced back in Games 3-5. He averaged 36 PPG, 10.3 REB, and 5.7 AST on 48% shooting from the field, 44% shooting from three, and 100% from the free throw line. Tatum joins Larry Bird as the only other Celtics player in history to score 35+ points in three straight playoff games.
Celtics players with 35+ points in 3 straight playoff games:
Larry Bird
Jayson Tatum pic.twitter.com/nBnfhQKRpZ