Tatum Becomes Youngest Celtics Player to Hit 14,000 Points

Celtics star Jayson Tatum reaches historic career milestone at just 24 years old.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 11:03am

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Celtics forward Jayson Tatum became the youngest player in franchise history to reach 14,000 career points during a game against the Charlotte Hornets. The 24-year-old All-Star credited his team's support and coaching staff for helping him develop into an elite NBA scorer.

Why it matters

Tatum's rapid ascent into one of the league's premier scorers is a testament to the Celtics' ability to draft and develop top talent. Reaching this milestone at such a young age puts Tatum in rare company and solidifies his status as a cornerstone of the franchise for years to come.

The details

In the game against the Hornets, Tatum told reporters he felt "better than I did last game" despite still feeling "a little tired." He praised his decisiveness and ability to "explode when I need to" on the court, which has been key to his scoring prowess. Tatum has been a central figure in the Celtics' success in recent seasons, helping the team reach the NBA Finals in 2022.

  • Tatum reached the 14,000-point milestone during the Celtics' game against the Charlotte Hornets on March 30, 2026.

The players

Jayson Tatum

A 24-year-old forward for the Boston Celtics who is one of the NBA's rising young stars and has emerged as a dominant scorer, making the All-Star team in four consecutive seasons.

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What they’re saying

“I didn't feel like I was sped up. I was still kind of tired, so that's something I'm still working through. But I like that I'm being decisive in my movements and exploding when I need to [and] reacting. Obviously, it helps when you make shots. I can say I feel better than I did last game. Hopefully, I feel better in the next game than I did today.”

— Jayson Tatum

“I've been fortunate enough to be on some really good teams, be surrounded by some really good players and coaches on the staff that have empowered me and helped me become the player I am today.”

— Jayson Tatum

What’s next

Tatum and the Celtics will look to continue their strong season and make another deep playoff run as the 24-year-old star continues to cement his place among the NBA's elite.

The takeaway

Jayson Tatum's rapid rise to becoming the youngest player in Celtics history to reach 14,000 points underscores his immense talent and the team's ability to develop top draft picks into superstars. At just 24 years old, Tatum is poised to lead the Celtics to sustained success for years to come.