Boston Celtics head coach Mazzulla expressed support for the team's sports science program following star forward Jayson Tatum's heavy workload in a back-to-back set of games. Tatum logged 42 minutes in the second game of the back-to-back, raising questions about player fatigue and recovery.
Mazzulla emphasized that the organization's sports science staff monitors player workloads closely and that decisions on playing time are made with long-term health in mind. He noted that Tatum's conditioning and the team's data-driven approach allow for such minutes when necessary.
The Celtics' coaching staff continues to balance competitive demands with player welfare as the season progresses.
