NBA insider Chris Haynes gave an update Wednesday on the potential return of Boston Celtics’ superstar Jayson Tatum from a ruptured Achilles in 2025-2026.Haynes stated during an appearance on The Association that “based off what he texted me, I believe we will see Jayson Tatum at some point during regular season.” “He told to me that he was working out 3 times a day, for 45 minutes. He says he has been 23 weeks since his surgery and is feeling great.””I asked you, ‘So are you trying to come back in this season? He said that he told him, “I am not doing all this work in vain.” Tatum’s exact recovery timeline is unknown, although Shams Charania reported on ESPN that the Celtics were “cautiously optimistic” he would be able to suit up at some point during the current season. Tatum’s exact recovery timeline is unknown, although ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the Celtics were “cautiously optimistic” he’d be able to suit up at some point during the current season on Oct. 9.The six-time All-Star appears to be making consistent progress in his rehab, posting a video of his return to the court on Sept. 27.Tatum also showed himself throwing down a two-handed dunk in an Oct. 9 post on X.While the Celtics obviously want to be cautious with the 27-year-old’s recovery, his presence on the floor is crucial for their overall success.Tatum was stellar once again during the 2024-25 season, averaging 26.8 points and 8.7 rebounds to go along with a career-high 6.0 assists per game. He shot 45.2 % from the field and 34.3% from behind the arc.
2025-10-23 01:45:30
Will Jayson Tatum Return from Achilles Injury This Season? Latest Update on Celtics SF
