Jayson Tatum takes over as C’s get revenge in Chicago – NBC Sports Boston

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What to know

  • The Celtics improved to 22-6 on the season with the 123-98 victory.
  • Jayson Tatum broke out for 43 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists – his first triple-double of the season.
  • Tatum’s performance marks the first 40-15-10 game in Celtics history.
  • Kristaps Porzingis (22 points, 7 rebounds) and Jaylen Brown (19 points, 8 assists) also shone for Boston.
  • C’s return to action Monday night in Orlando.

The Boston Celtics avenged Thursday’s loss to the Chicago Bulls with a dominant victory Saturday in the Windy City.

Jayson Tatum made it happen with a historic performance at the United Center. The C’s star had 43 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists while shooting 16-of-24 from the floor (9-15 3-PT). He is the first Celtic ever to post a 40-15-10 stat line.

Check out our live blog below for a complete recap of Tatum’s night and the Celtics’ blowout win.