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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – JUNE 17: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics hugs head coach Joe Mazzulla of the Boston Celtics during the fourth quarter of Game Five of the 2024 NBA Finals against the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden on June 17, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)
On Wednesday evening, the Boston Celtics played the Golden State Warriors (at home).
The Celtics won by a score of 120-99.
Jayson Tatum finished with 24 points, ten rebounds, two assists and one steal while shooting 7/15 from the field and 5/11 from three-point range in 31 minutes of playing time.
Boston Celtics Star Jayson Tatum Made History
GettyMILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – NOVEMBER 10: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics walks backcourt during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on November 10, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
Tatum also made NBA history with his performance.
Real App wrote: “Jayson Tatum now has the 4th most games in NBA history with 20+ PTS, 10+ REB, & 5+ 3PM.”
GettyCLEVELAND, OHIO – MARCH 08: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics warms up before the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on March 08, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Tatum has now played in six games since returning to action.
He is averaging 20.7 points, 8.5 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 41.7% from the field.
Real App added: “Jayson Tatum is top ten in 20-point games in the entire NBA since making his return.”
GettySAN ANTONIO, TX -MARCH 10: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics reacts after making a three-point shot against the San Antonio Spurs in the second half at Frost Bank Center on March 10, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)
Celtics After Warriors Game
GettyDETROIT, MICHIGAN – OCTOBER 26: Joe Mazzulla head coach of the Boston Celtics looks on against the Detroit Pistons during the third quarter at Little Caesars Arena on October 26, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.(Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
The Celtics improved to 46-23 in 69 games, which has them as the second seed in the Eastern Conference.
They are in the middle of a three-game winning streak (and have won seven out of ten).
Following the Warriors, the Celtics will play their next game on Friday when they travel to Memphis for a showdown with the Grizzlies.
GettyBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – JANUARY 21: Head coach Joe Mazzulla of the Boston Celtics speaks to Amari Williams #77 of the Boston Celtics against the Indiana Pacers during the second half at TD Garden on January 21, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by China Wong/Getty Images)
In addition to Tatum’s strong night, Jaylen Brown also went off for 32 points.
Justin Turpin of WEEI wrote: “Monster nights from Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum tonight: Brown: 32 points (11-21 FG, 9-9 FT), 6 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals Tatum: 24 points (7-15 FG, 5-11 3PT), 10 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal They outscored the Warriors’ starters 56-52”
GettyBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – APRIL 29: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics and Jaylen Brown #7 look on in Game Five of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the Orlando Magic at TD Garden on April 29, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
On the other side, the Warriors dropped to 33-36 in 69 games, which has them as the 10th seed in the Western Conference.
They have won just two out of their last ten games.
Following Boston, the Warriors will visit the Detroit Pistons on Friday night in Michigan.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years.
He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar
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