Boston Celtics' Jayson Tatum plays Orlando Magic's Paolo Banchero (5) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Dec. 16, 2022, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) AP

The Boston Celtics have released the injury status for power forward Jayson Tatum in Game 3 against the Orlando Magic.

After suffering a wrist injury during Game 1 of the Boston Celtics' series against the Orlando Magic, Jayson Tatum did not play in Game 2. His absence did not stop the Celtics from taking a 2-0 lead over the Magic, but his status looms large as the playoffs progress.