INDIANAPOLIS — Jayson Tatum has been a workhorse for the Celtics this postseason, leading the team in minutes (40), points (25.2), rebounds (10.2), and assists (5.6) per game.
With Kristaps Porzingis (calf) out and Luke Kornet (wrist) doubtful for Game 3, Tatum was set to add another set of responsibilities to his plate as a small-ball center on certain possessions when Al Horford was going to be on the bench.
Tatum said playing the five is an adjustment, but also noted that the Celtics have been preparing for scenarios like this one.
“At this point in the season, it’s whatever you’ve got to do to help the team win,” Tatum said.