The Boston Celtics entered the 2025-26 NBA season without the highest of expectations. Without Tatum, veteran guard Jaylen Brown has taken on the alpha role in Boston's offense. But on Wednesday night, the Celtics were outclassed by the Atlanta Hawks at home, 117-106. “We just didn't have it tonight,” Brown said, per Celtics reporter Brian Robb. Hopefully, he has a good recovery.”Article Continues BelowOn its face, the Celtics did not play too poorly.