Jayson Tatum explains final shot in Celtics loss to Nuggets

Jayson Tatum's missed buzzer-beater ends Celtics' 20-game home win streak. Denver wins 102-100. Tatum admits he rushed shot and vows improvement.

Jayson Tatum's fadeaway jumper missed the rim entirely on the final possession of the game Friday night, costing the Boston Celtics their 20-game home win streak as they fell 102-100 to the Denver Nuggets at TD Garden. Tatum admitted that he felt he rushed the shot and should have taken more time, but acknowledged that it's something he can learn from. He also missed a layup attempt on the previous possession, and while Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla expressed trust in Tatum's ability to make plays, Tatum himself recognized that he needs to do better in those situations. Despite the loss, Tatum remains unfazed, emphasizing the need to stay focused and move on to the next game. The Nuggets, who won the NBA Finals last year, have been performing well recently and currently rank third in the Western Conference standings. While the loss may be disappointing, Tatum remains optimistic and focused on the future.

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