Overview

• Jayson Tatum underwent successful Achilles surgery following his injury in the Eastern Conference semifinals and is expected to miss most, if not all, of next season.
• Jaylen Brown has been managing a partial meniscus tear but plans to rest before considering surgery, while Kristaps Porzingis recovers from post-viral syndrome and intends to play for Latvia at EuroBasket in August.
• The Celtics must reduce their payroll by approximately $20 million to avoid severe penalties under the NBA’s second apron, with a projected $500 million combined payroll and tax liability next season.
• Brad Stevens emphasized a deliberate pause on major roster moves, prioritizing long-term sustainability and awaiting input from the incoming Bill Chisholm-led ownership group.
• Despite meeting with top draft prospect Cooper Flagg, the Celtics have ruled out trading up in the draft and will focus on maximizing their late first- and early second-round picks.