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2026 NBA MVP Odds: Wemby Favored Over SGA, Dončić Entering Season

Is it Wemby's time to win MVP? The odds say he's the early favorite. But he certainly has competition from several previous winners.

1 DAY AGO • FOX SPORTS

2026 NBA MVP Odds: Wemby Favored Over SGA, Dončić Entering Season

Expected to suit up Tuesday Tatum (rest) is expected to play in Tuesday's opener against the Pistons.

Impact Tatum didn't play in the 125-120 preseason overtime win over the 76ers on Friday. However, since he sat out that contest to rest, he is in line to play Tuesday in Detroit. The six-time All-Star appeared in 16 regular-season games in 2025-26 after working his way back from an Achilles injury, averaging 21.8 points, 10.0 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.4 steals across 32.6 minutes per contest. With Jaylen Brown now in Philadelphia, Tatum is the undisputed top offensive option for the Celtics, and assuming he stays healthy, he should be considered an MVP candidate entering the 2026-27 campaign.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Tatum (rest) won't play in Friday's preseason finale against the 76ers, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Tatum and the rest of Boston's regulars will sit out the final exhibition. He's expected to be full go for the regular-season opener against Detroit on Tuesday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pritchard USUALLY hits those😅

3 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Boston MIGHT be back in BUSINESS☘️👀

3 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

The Knicks welcome new challengers to their title, with LeBron James now in their Atlantic Division

When LeBron James decided to continue his career in Philadelphia, it was clear the 76ers would look nothing like the team the New York Knicks crushed in four games in the Eastern C...

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

The Boston Celtics beat the Charlotte Hornets in Preseason Matchup 114 - 93 | Extended Highlights

3 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Leading scorer in preseason win Tatum tallied 19 points (8-17 FG, 3-8 3Pt), eight rebounds, six assists and two steals across 29 minutes in Wednesday's 114-93 preseason win over the Hornets.

Impact Tatum was one of five Celtics to score in double figures, finishing as the game's leading scorer while also hauling in a team-high number of rebounds. Boston has one preseason game remaining Friday against Philadelphia, though the club could opt to rest its franchise player ahead of Tuesday's regular-season opener at Detroit.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jaylen Brown fenced, boxed, surfed and skydived in the summer. His biggest adventure awaits

Jaylen Brown has had a whirlwind summer, taking on new adventures and a new team

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

'Going to be special': Celtics' Paul George unveils lofty Jayson Tatum expectations | Sporting News Paul George has big expectations for Jayson Tatum as they become wing running mates in the Celtics system under Coach Joe Mazzulla.

6 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Jayson Tatum drops honest evaluation of having Paul George on the Celtics | Sporting News Jayson Tatum is loving every second of sharing the Celtics wings with Paul George in the NBA Preseason.

6 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown ignore each other in awkward Celtics-76ers pregame scene During Saturday’s preseason game between the Celtics and the 76ers, NBA stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown completely ignored each other th...

6 DAYS AGO • NYPOST.COM

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown ignored each other before Celtics-76ers Fans will have to wait for a reunion between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown.

OCTOBER 11 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Jayson Tatum shines, Paul George debuts as Celtics thump Sixers: 8 takeaways There will be far greater and far more physical tests ahead of Tatum than the Sixers on a preseason night.

OCTOBER 11 • BOSTON.COM

Jayson Tatum & Payton Pritchard pop off in Celtics' 144-106 win over the Sixers at TD Garden

OCTOBER 11 • YOUTUBE

Scores 23 in preseason blowout win Tatum posted 23 points (9-19 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, four assists and a steal across 27 minutes in Saturday's 144-106 preseason win over the 76ers.

Impact The 76ers rested several key players, including Joel Embiid and LeBron James, so Tatum took advantage of favorable matchups to rank second on the Celtics in scoring behind Payton Pritchard, who exploded for 25 points off the bench. This was Tatum's first game of the preseason, and the Celtics are expected to monitor his workload carefully to have him in top condition for the regular-season opener against the Pistons on Tuesday, Oct. 20.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics first quarter vs 76ers was test run for who fits next to Jayson Tatum The Boston Celtics went an unorthodox route to start their game against the Philadelphia 76ers, which was likely by design.

OCTOBER 11 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Paul George ready to help Jayson Tatum 'be in that MVP conversation' in 1st season with Celtics Paul George isn't interested in being "the guy" with the Celtics. He said he wants to help Jayson Tatum "be in that MVP conversation."

OCTOBER 11 • BOSTON.COM

Starting Saturday Tatum (rest) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason game against the 76ers, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact The Celtics will be starting most of their regulars in this preseason contest, meaning Tatum will return to the hardwood after missing the previous game. It wouldn't be surprising if they monitor his workload, with the regular season right around the corner.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Paul George's approach to playing with Jayson Tatum is a breath of fresh air Paul George’s willingness to embrace a complementary role next to Jayson Tatum offers a refreshing shift for the Boston Celtics post-Jaylen...

OCTOBER 10 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Jayson Tatum's confident proclamation is music to Celtics fans' ears Jayson Tatum addressed his availability for back-to-backs this season in a recent interview, offering a promising update for Celtics fans.

OCTOBER 10 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Not in line for action Tatum (rest) isn't in line to play Thursday against Cleveland, Zack Cox of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Boston looks to be resting their starters for this exhibition. Hugo Gonzalez is starting at small forward Thursday.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

'Much more confident': Celtics' Jayson Tatum Clears Air On Injury Recovery & On-Court Identity | Sporting News Jayson Tatum is ready to lead the Celtics in their 2026-27 NBA regular season campaign after missing a lot of games due to injuries.

OCTOBER 8 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

NBA Fantasy Salary Cap Edition: Choosing the right team How to select the right team in NBA Fantasy Salary Cap Edition including which stars to choose such as Jayson Tatum.

OCTOBER 8 • NBA.COM

Mitchell Robinson the latest to confirm Celtics' sky-high vibes in training camp New Celtics center Mitchell Robinson opens up about transitioning from New York, bonding with Jayson Tatum, and Boston's locker room culture...

OCTOBER 7 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

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