The first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs continues with Game 3 in the Eastern Conference between the Boston Celtics and the Orlando Magic on Friday. The Celtics are currently in a strong position, leading the best-of-seven series 2-0. However their star player, Jayson Tatum, is uncertain for Game 3 due to injury.Tatum is listed as doubtful and will be a game-time decision for Friday’s matchup against the Magic due to a bone bruise in his right wrist. He sustained the injury after a hard fall during Boston’s 103-86 victory in Game 1. As a result of the injury, Tatum did not play in Game 2, marking the first time in his career that he has missed a playoff game. Despite his absence, the defending champions rallied to secure a 109-100 win, taking a 2-0 lead in the series.Tatum averaged 26.8 points, 8.7 rebounds and 6.0 assists per game in the regular season.Here is the latest injury update on Tatum:More: Ranking all 16 NBA playoff teams by odds to win championshipNBA injury report: Jayson Tatum doubtful for Game 3Tatum is listed as doubtful for Game 3 against the Magic on Friday. Tatum is considered a game-time decision after sitting out Game 2.Injury Report update:Jaylen Brown (right knee posterior impingement) – QUESTIONABLEJrue Holiday (right hamstring strain) – QUESTIONABLEJayson Tatum (right distal radius bone bruise) – DOUBTFUL https://t.co/2f67zRTVUk— Boston Celtics (@celtics) April 25, 2025Who will replace Jayson Tatum in starting lineup?In Game 2, veteran Al Horford was selected to replace Tatum in the starting lineup on Wednesday.This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Jayson Tatum injury update: Celtics star’s status for Game 3 vs. Magic
