Overview
- Jayson Tatum missed Game 2 with a severe bone bruise in his right wrist and is listed as doubtful for Game 3 in Orlando.
- Jaylen Brown delivered a dominant 36-point, 10-rebound performance, showcasing his Finals MVP form in Tatum's absence.
- Kristaps Porzingis played through a head injury requiring five stitches, contributing a double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds.
- Coach Joe Mazzulla emphasized a cautious, day-to-day approach to Tatum's recovery, with the injury potentially lingering for weeks.
- Boston's depth and resilience, including Payton Pritchard's 14 points, have been pivotal in securing a 2-0 series lead against the Magic.