Jayson Tatum Faces Uncertain Outing Against Hawks After Ankle Injury
- Jayson Tatum is listed as questionable for the upcoming game due to a left ankle sprain sustained against the Bucks.
- Al Horford and reserve guard Jaden Springer are also considered questionable for the game.
- The Hawks will be without Trae Young, creating challenges for both teams as they approach this matchup.
On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, the Boston Celtics are set to begin their game against the Atlanta Hawks with uncertainty surrounding star player Jayson Tatum. Tatum, who suffered a left ankle sprain during the Celtics' recent victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, is listed as questionable for the matchup at TD Garden. The injury occurred when Tatum landed awkwardly on Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo's foot after a jump shot. Although he experienced pain immediately after the incident, Tatum continued to play through the discomfort. In addition to Tatum's uncertain status, veteran Al Horford is also questionable due to a toe injury, while reserve guard Jaden Springer is dealing with left knee tendinopathy. Meanwhile, the Hawks will be missing their All-Star point guard Trae Young, who is sidelined with right Achilles tendinitis. Should Horford play, it is likely he may not be available for the following game against the Brooklyn Nets. If both Tatum and Horford cannot go, the Celtics will face a significant challenge against the Hawks, who are also coping with the loss of their leading scorer. With both teams facing key player absences, the game will be pivotal for the Celtics as they seek to maintain their momentum early in the season.