Fans of the Boston Celtics may have noticed star Celtics forward Jayson Tatum making an appearance on the "Jimmy Kimell" Show this week, and the St. Louis native opened up about the experience after Boston's overtime win vs. the Los Angeles Clippers at the Intuit Dome on Wednesday (Jan. 22) evening.

On Wednesday night, the Boston Celtics are playing the Clippers in Los Angeles. Before the game (on Tuesday), Jayson Tatum made an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel.

Coach Joe Mazzulla said the shift was sparked by the fact that Boston is finally fully healthy, giving him more potential combinations.

Boston Celtics are keeping an eye on star forward Jayson Tatum's status for the January 22 game against the Clippers. Tatum is questionable with a shoulder injury, impacting the team's already notable season.

During an appearance on the Tuesday, Jan. 21 episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the Boston Celtics player, 26, recalled an embarrassing moment he experienced while meeting Jordan, 61, in 2019 when he signed with the Jordan brand. Tatum was in Los Angeles this week as the Celtics play the Clippers on Wednesday, Jan. 22.

Los Angeles aims to extend its four-game win streak with a victory against Boston. Wednesday's matchup is the first this season for the teams.

Analyzing Thursday’s Boston Celtics at Los Angeles Lakers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Half of the 2024-25 season has passed, and the Boston Celtics are holding onto the second seed in the Eastern Conference. The defending champs are in town to test both Los Angeles home teams.

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The Celtics' roster has failed to meet expectations in the past month and Thursday’s performance against the Lakers was an example of a team that’s sputtering despite its depth.