Jayson Tatum

Jayson Tatum has been ruled out of Friday’s matchup with the Magic while dealing with a groin strain.

Fantasy Impact

In Tatum’s absence, Marcus Smart could enter the starting five, though Daniel Theis should see big frontcourt minutes with Enes Kanter (hip) already ruled out.

Jayson Tatum is questionable for Friday's matchup with the Magic due to a groin injury.

Fantasy Impact

He left Wednesday's game against Memphis early with the injury, and it could cost him Friday's tilt with Orlando. With injuries piling up for the C's, expect Marcus Smart and Gordon Hayward to handle heavier workloads if Tatum sits.

Jayson Tatum suffered a right groin strain during the third quarter of Wednesday's game against Memphis and did not return, Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Fantasy Impact

Coach Brad Stevens said Jayson Tatum (groin) will get testing on Wednesday night, but said it "didn't sound like it was too bad." Fantasy owners should keep an eye on updates to see if the third-year forward will be able to play on Friday against the Magic.

Jayson Tatum scored 26 points on 10-for-20 shooting with 10 rebounds, three steals, two assists, two three-pointers, and one block in 39 minutes during Saturday's 123-119 loss to the Suns.

Fantasy Impact

Tatum recorded his sixth double-double of the season. The third-year forward is now averaging 21.3 points and 7.0 rebounds on the season and should be owned in all fantasy formats.

Jayson Tatum scored 17 points on 8-for-20 shooting with seven rebounds, three assists, and a block in 40 minutes Thursday night during the Celtics' 128-123 loss to Milwaukee.

Fantasy Impact

Tatum returned to the lineup after being withheld from Wednesday's game against the Pistons for precautionary reasons related to knee soreness. The third-year forward looked rusty but continues to be a must-own in all fantasy leagues.