And so Celtics fans took some comfort from glimpses coming out of Orlando of Tatum showing no ill effects of the injury. One clip from Orlando Magic HQ reporter Brett James shows Tatum on the left wing working on shots from behind the 3-point line with a Celtics coach.

Jayson Tatum is in Boston’s starting lineup Friday night for Game 3 of the Celtics’ series against the Orlando Magic after missing a game with a bone bruise in his right wrist.

The first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs continues with Game 3 in the Eastern Conference between the Boston Celtics and the Orlando Magic on Friday. The Celtics are currently in a strong position, leading the best-of-seven series 2-0. However their star player, Jayson Tatum, is uncertain for Game 3 due to injury.