Celtics star Jayson Tatum’s 4th quarter dominance takes down 76ers

Jayson Tatum delivered in the clutch once again for the Boston Celtics as he led them to a crucial victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 3 of the first-round series on Friday night.

Tatum has been improving his form since making his return from a torn Achilles he suffered in the last postseason. His growth is important for Boston as the team sees an opportunity to make a deep playoff run with him healthy and showing off solid displays of the superstar he is.

In the final minutes of a close game against Philadelphia, Tatum rose to the occasion as he has done many times for Boston. He knocked down two big 3-pointers to help his team pull away and secure an important victory on the road.

THE JAYS TAKE DOWN THE SIXERS IN A THRILLER

Jayson Tatum:
25 points
4 rebounds
7 assists

Jaylen Brown:
25 points
7 rebounds
4 assists

Boston takes the 2-1 lead! pic.twitter.com/d5T2QpXt5M

— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) April 25, 2026

How Jayson Tatum, Celtics played against 76ers

Jayson Tatum is only getting better in his return to superstar form. The Celtics are the biggest benefactor in this scenario, taking a huge 2-1 series lead over the 76ers after Game 3.

Perimeter shooting and rebounding made the difference in this matchup. The Celtics prevailed in both categories as they made 20 3-pointers and secured 45 rebounds. It wasn’t the same for the 76ers as they converted 12 triples and grabbed 37 rebounds.

Five players scored in double-digits for Boston in the win, including Tatum. He delivered a stat line of 25 points, seven assists, four rebounds, and a steal. He shot 9-of-17 from the field, including 5-of-9 from beyond the arc, and 2-of-3 from the free-throw line. Jaylen Brown came next with 25 points and seven rebounds, Payton Pritchard had 15 points and four rebounds, Nikola Vucevic put up 11 points and six rebounds, while Derrick White provided 11 points and four rebounds.

The Celtics will look to take a 3-1 series lead when they take on the 76ers on the road in Game 4. The game will take place on April 26 at 7 p.m. ET.

The post Celtics star Jayson Tatum’s 4th quarter dominance takes down 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.