Jayson Tatum had 28 points and 12 rebounds and the Boston Celtics cruised to a 112-98 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night. Tatum had missed two of Boston's previous four games with a knee issue.

The Boston Celtics returned to the nation's capital of Washington D.C. to face the Wizards for the third time on the road already this season. Following a 24-point victory over the Detroit Pistons in their last game,

Jayson Tatum and the Celtics weren’t world-beaters on Sunday, but they didn’t have to be to beat the Wizards in a comfortable 112-98 win. Here are the takeaways. If you were watching Sunday’s game, you might have found yourself surprised to check the box score afterward and see that Tatum had 28 points.

Jayson Tatum collected 28 points and 12 rebounds to help the Boston Celtics earn a 112-98 road victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night.

It's no secret that the Washington Wizards have struggled to open the 2024-25 season, especially at home. With a 112-98 loss to the Boston Celtics on

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The Celtics leaned on their defense, rebounding, and transition play to secure a win against Washington. Jayson Tatum showcased his dominance, while the bench continued to shine with smart, efficient basketball.