“Not beating super team allegations” – Weird stat-line showing Celtics’ dominance despite Jayson Tatum’s poor showing has fans in splits

The Boston Celtics have taken the lead in the 2024 NBA Finals..

“Not beating super team allegations” – Weird stat-line showing Celtics’ dominance despite Jayson Tatum’s poor showing has fans in splits

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The Boston Celtics are thriving in the playoffs, despite Jayson Tatum’s shooting struggles. They are 5-0 when he shoots below 40% from the field, showcasing their collective strength and depth.

Fans are amused and impressed by this trend, joking that Jayson Tatum should shoot poorly on purpose. The Celtics’ ability to win without their top scorer’s best game is a testament to their resilience.

In Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Finals against the Dallas Mavericks, the Celtics won 107-89, despite Tatum’s struggles. Kristaps Porzingis made a significant impact in his return from injury, helping the Celtics secure their fifth win when Tatum shot below 40%.

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Through the 2024 playoffs, Tatum averages 22.5 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game. As the NBA Finals continue, fans will watch to see if the Celtics can maintain their momentum and bring home their 18th championship. The next game is scheduled for Sunday, June 9, in Boston.

Fans react to unusual Jayson Tatum stat 

Jayson Tatum is well known for his scoring ability and being the leader he is for the Celtics but a weird stat during the playoffs has caused a frenzy on social media. 

One user on X (formerly known as Twitter) wrote: “He is not beating the superteam allegations.” Probably in reference to the period the C’s were branded a super team. Here are some of the other reactions:

Jayson Tatum has had to battle through criticism to be where he is now but despite that, he has been able to lead the C’s to a 1-0 advantage over Western Conference rivals the Mavs. While some fans would hope he continues his shooting percentage in order for his team to continue their blemish streak, hopefully, it doesn’t flop soon. 

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