NBA
SPEC
2026-03-16 · Evening Edition
WIN
Suns vs. Celtics
Jayson Tatum Over 20.5 Points
ANALYSIS
We are backing Tatum as his volume continues to normalize following a season-high 32-minute performance on March 14, where he produced 20 points and 14 rebounds against Washington. With Phoenix officially ruling out elite perimeter defender Dillon Brooks and rim protector Mark Williams for tonight's matchup, Tatum faces a significantly weakened Suns defense while his minutes restriction has officially begun to lift toward his pre-injury baseline.
OUTCOME
Boston Celtics 120 - Phoenix Suns 112
Jayson Tatum scored 21 points on March 16, 2026, against the Phoenix Suns. His stat line was 8-of-18 from the field, 2-of-8 from three, and 3-of-3 from the free-throw line. Since 21 is greater than the 20.5 line, the selection is a WIN.