One of his bigger critics is FS1 analyst Colin Cowherd, who has gone after him multiple times in the past. Cowherd recently weighed in on Tatum again, questioning the Celtics star in comparison to Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

The champion Gator 3-point marksman has been compared to players as good as Nuggets guard Jamal Murray, and as rough as ex-Boston guard Carsen Edwards.

Jayson Tatum's injury changes things for the Celtics. Which potential transactions seem likely (or unlikely) as summer looms?

The fates of those two stars could determine how other teams maneuver, including the Celtics, who will lean on several teams that will be under the salary cap to facilitate deals.

During his time suiting up for the Celtics, Douglas wore only jersey Nos. 4 and 20 and put up 11.1 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game.

One NBA analyst is proposing that the Boston Celtics trade Kristaps Porzingis to the Brooklyn Nets this offseason in a three-team deal involving the Dallas Mavericks .

Tatum may need to shift into something of an extremely well-paid assistant coach for much if not all of the 2025-26 season as he recovers from a torn Achilles sustained in the 2025 East Semis if he wants to help his younger teammates grow into the best versions of themselves with his on-court capabilities currently suspended.

Celtics president Brad Stevens has to thread the needle of trimming salary while also keeping Boston competitive.