The Boston Celtics are on a roll, having posted one of the NBA's best offensive performances as they await the potential return of star player Jayson Tatum. The team's recent success is evident in their impressive statistics. In their 148-111 win over the Brooklyn Nets, the Celtics shot an astonishing 66.7% from the field, the second-best field goal percentage in team history. This performance was even more remarkable when considering their 64.7% shooting from the 3-point line, resulting in an 80.8% effective field goal percentage, the highest in NBA history. The Celtics' All-Star, Jaylen Brown, led the way with 28 points, nine assists, and seven rebounds, but he wasn't alone. Trade deadline acquisition Nikola Vucevic added 28 points and 11 rebounds, contributing to the team's success. Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla attributed their performance to good game reading and making the right reads throughout the game. All 13 Celtics players scored, and the team committed only three turnovers after halftime. Boston, winners of five of their six games since the All-Star break, now awaits the return of Tatum, who has been out with a right Achilles tendon injury. The game against the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night has been moved to a primetime slot, sparking speculation about Tatum's potential return. Tatum, who practiced with the Celtics' G League team two weeks ago, has not yet decided whether he will return, but he is mindful of not disrupting the team's progress. The Celtics are required to release an initial injury report by 5:00 p.m. EST on Saturday, and Tatum's decision will be a significant factor in their upcoming games. The team's success and Tatum's potential return have created a buzz in the NBA, leaving fans eager to see what the future holds for the Celtics.
