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The Boston Celtics returned to the nation's capital of Washington D.C. to face the Wizards for the third time on the road already this season. Following a 24-point victory over the Detroit Pistons in their last game,

WASHINGTON — The Celtics received their final gift for being eliminated from the NBA Cup on Sunday evening, with this matchup against the league-worst Wizards that was added to their schedule last week.

Jayson Tatum collected 28 points and 12 rebounds to help the Boston Celtics earn a 112-98 road victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night.

Jayson Tatum had 28 points and 12 rebounds and the Boston Celtics cruised to a 112-98 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night.

Jayson Tatum is a top-5 or top-7 player in the NBA. The St. Louis native has consistently improved his game since entering the league, and is now a genuine challenger for the league MVP award. Last season,

Jayson Tatum’s right knee tendinopathy forced him to sit out Thursday's game between the Celtics and Pistons. Read more on Boston.com.

The Celtics will officially release an injury report on Saturday that will update the status of Tatum and Hauser for Sunday’s game.

The Celtics ruled out superstar Jayson Tatum for Thursday’s matchup with the Detroit Pistons at TD Garden.

Without Tatum or Hauser in the rotation, we could potentially see some minutes for Drew Peterson, who has impressed in recent weeks when given an opportunity. Furthermore, Jaylen Brown will likely be tasked with leading the offense, which is a role he's been thriving in over the past 18 months.