Celtics Star Jayson Tatum Out vs. Hawks

Boston forward sidelined with undisclosed injury for Monday night's game.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 7:35pm

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The Boston Celtics will be without star forward Jayson Tatum when they take on the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night. Tatum was ruled out of the game due to an undisclosed injury suffered in the team's previous victory over the Charlotte Hornets.

Why it matters

Tatum is one of the Celtics' top players and a key part of their lineup. His absence will be a significant challenge as Boston looks to maintain its momentum against a tough Hawks team.

The details

The Celtics have not provided specifics on the nature of Tatum's injury, only stating that he will not play in the game against the Hawks. The team is likely taking a cautious approach to ensure Tatum's full recovery before returning to the court.

  • The Celtics defeated the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday night.
  • Boston will face the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night.

The players

Jayson Tatum

A star forward for the Boston Celtics who is sidelined with an undisclosed injury.

Boston Celtics

An NBA team based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Atlanta Hawks

An NBA team based in Atlanta, Georgia.

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What’s next

The Celtics will provide updates on Tatum's status and availability for future games as more information becomes available.

The takeaway

Tatum's absence will be a significant challenge for the Celtics as they look to maintain their momentum against a tough Hawks team. The team's priority will be ensuring Tatum's full recovery before returning him to the lineup.