Jayson Tatum anticipated to return against Bulls on Monday

Jayson Tatum first tested positive for COVID-19 on Jan. 9, and the Celtics have gone 1-3 in his absence. Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

Jayson Tatum expected to return against Bulls on Monday

By Erin Walsh | Last updated 1/24/21

Jayson Tatum will miss his fifth straight game for the Boston Celtics on Sunday due to COVID-19 protocols. However, it appears he'll return very soon.

Brad Stevens told reporters that he anticipates Tatum will return to the lineup against the Chicago Bulls on Monday at United Center.

#NEBHInjuryReport update: Brad Stevens says he anticipates Jayson Tatum will play tomorrow night in Chicago.
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) January 24, 2021

Tatum first tested positive for COVID-19 on Jan. 9, and the Celtics have gone 1-3 in his absence.

The 22-year-old will give the Celtics a much-needed boost when he returns. Tatum is averaging 26.9 points, 7.1 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game while shooting 47.4% from the field and 43.8% from deep.

Several Celtics players have missed time this season due to COVID-19 protocols, including Tristan Thompson and Robert Williams, but they have since returned.

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