Jayson Tatum scores 10,000th career point with Celtics

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum scored his 10,000th career point in the second quarter of Saturday night's game against the Brooklyn Nets.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum scored his 10,000th career point in the second quarter of Saturday night's game against the Brooklyn Nets.

The 25-year-old Tatum is the youngest player in franchise history to score 10,000 points. The previous record holder was Antoine Walker, who was 26.

With 5:05 remaining in the quarter, Tatum drove into the lane, spun and converted the layup while drawing a foul on Brooklyn guard Cam Thomas. Tatum then knocked down the free throw to give Boston a 52-48 lead.

Tatum, drafted third overall in 2017, is averaging 29.8 points per game this season.