Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla gives props to Jayson Tatum for taking great shots vs. Hornets
Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics were firing on all cylinders against the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night, and head coach Joe Mazzulla had nothing but praise for his star forward’s shot selection . Tatum poured in 34 points in Boston’s 119-80 blowout win at Spectrum Center, and Mazzulla liked everything he saw. “I thought every shot he took […] The post Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla gives props to…
Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla highly praised Jayson Tatum for his exceptional shot selection during the team's impressive 119-80 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night. Tatum contributed 34 points in the game, shooting 9-of-16 from the field, 5-of-8 from beyond the arc, and 11-of-11 from the free-throw line. He also grabbed eight rebounds and dished out nine assists, finishing with a team-leading plus-36 rating.
Mazzulla commended the balance between the shooters and passers, acknowledging that both are essential for successful ball movement. The Celtics' 33 assists and 24 three-pointers, made on a 54.5% clip from beyond the arc, played a significant role in their domination. Quarterback Derrick White added 18 points from the field, with Payton Pritchard chipping in 12 points and five assists.
The bench also outperformed Charlotte, outscoring them 49-47 in the second unit. Charlotte, on the other hand, had a tough time, shooting just 29.3% from the field and 22% from three-point range. With Tatum's return from a torn Achilles tendon last season, this victory reinforced his strong performance, and the win extended the Celtics' winning streak to seven games.
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