Jayson Tatum High Usage Stat Is Turning Heads Among Celtics Observers
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Jayson Tatum continues to thrive when the offense runs through him, and it happens to lead to Boston Celtics wins, too. After posting a usage rate of 39.4 percent in Sunday night’s victory over the Charlotte Hornets, Tatum's personal coach Drew Hanlen pointed out that Boston has a near perfect record whenever JT's usage climbs above 33 percent, dating back multiple years.
Last night, @jaytatum0 had a usage rate of 39.4%.
— Drew Hanlen (@DrewHanlen) March 30, 2026
Celtics are really tough to beat when Tatum’s usage is over 33% https://t.co/WzRIKjPPAK
The numbers speak for themselves. Whenever Tatum shoulders a heavier offensive load, Boston wins. That dominance has become even more pronounced as the team pushes toward the 2025-26 playoffs at 50-24 overall. Tatum’s ability to create for himself and others continues to fuel the Celtics, even as he works himself back into mid-season form.
What makes the current Celtics such an interesting study is that they also have an MVP candidate in Jaylen Brown who is playing the best basketball of his career.
Once the playoffs begin, Tatum will be even stronger, and Boston figures to have the best one-two punch in the NBA as they look to win their second title in three seasons.
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