Celtics Edge Hawks, Tatum's Return Sparks Surge

0:00On March 28th, Boston Celtics just dropped a gritty 109-102 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday, March 27th. The Hawks rode in hot, winners of 14 straight out of their last 15, but Joe Mazula Squad shut that down cold. Even missing Jalen Brown to left Achilles tendonitis, Boston flexed their depth in held firm. Payton Pritchard lit it up with 36 points, 7 boards, and 4 assists, while Jason Tatum shipped in 26 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 dimes. Tatum's return from his own Achilles issue has fans locked in, watching every step as he shakes off the rest. Coach Mazula highlighted Tatum's defensive rebounding and paint attacks as the real difference makers, stressing how his aggression opens the floor. Even on offshooting nights, that energy controlled the glass and set the pace, proving Boston's grit without their full stars. Since coming back March 6th against Dallas, Tatum's law of 10 games, building efficiency step by step.

1:00His presence draws defenders, fraying of shooters like Pritchard and keeping the offense humming. This victory locks in Boston's edge over the nicks for second in the east, stacking wins as the playoffs near. With Tatum trending up, the Celtics are primed to peak right when it counts. Boston Celtics news today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on the field and beyond.