Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics were looking to get off to a fast start in Game 5 against the Miami Heat. Boston was determined to push the pace and attack early.
The Celtics’ strategy, which they continued in Game 4, paid off early, including:
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Jayson Tatum, after a quick look from Al Horford, had an open path to the basket. He didn’t hesitate and turned on the jets to leave Kyle Lowry for a slam.
The Boston All-Star forward leaned on the sideline and looked like referee Marc Davis, wondering why there was no foul. Tatum never got back to Davis and showed what Davis didn’t like.
That gave him the ability, which led to the TD Garden crowd raining down on Marc Davis. Some parts of the stadium are heard singing:
“I remind you”
Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics are off to a great start
Jayson Tatum, after scoring 33 points in Game 4, already has 12 points after 10 minutes. Boston built an early 16-point lead against Miami Heat.