How Jayson Tatum and the Celtics have gotten off to a fast start without Jaylen Brown

The Boston Celtics have started the season by winning 80% of their first 10 games following the blockbuster offseason trade that sent Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and four draft picks. Boston currently ranks in the top seven across the NBA in both offensive and defensive efficiency, led by Jayson Tatum's playmaking resurgence and high-volume offensive usage.

Tatum is averaging 27.1 points and a career-high 7.8 assists per game as Boston's primary option, while George has integrated smoothly by averaging 20.4 points. Head coach Joe Mazzulla's squad has significantly improved its possession margins, forcing more turnovers, securing offensive rebounds, and drawing more free-throw attempts.