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Report: Celtics work out Jayson Tatum

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After trading the No. 1 pick to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Boston Celtics worked out former Duke standout Jayson Tatum for the first time on Monday, a league source told ESPN's Dave McMenamin.

The Celtics now hold the No. 3 pick in this week's draft, and plan to use the selection on the player they would've drafted first overall.

Tatum reportedly impressed the Celtics with his footwork and shot-making during the workout.

The 6-foot-8 forward is coming off a strong season with the Blue Devils, averaging 16.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists on 45.2 percent shooting.

Boston is reportedly also considering taking Josh Jackson with the pick.

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