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Jayson Tatum Leaves Door Open for This Season as Achilles Rehab Draws Praise

Boston says any return depends on full medical clearance.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 12: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics celebrates a three point shot in the first half against the New York Knicks in Game Four of the Eastern Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 12, 2025 in New York City.
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Overview

  • Tatum said on national TV that he has not ruled out playing in 2025-26 and noted he is rehabbing six days a week.
  • He tore his right Achilles during the Knicks series on May 12 and had surgery on May 13, with no return date set as he is expected to miss the season opener on Oct. 22.
  • Team leadership has stressed that Tatum will only play when fully ready, with Brad Stevens declining to provide a timeline.
  • Surgeon Dr. Martin O’Malley reported unusually strong early markers, including double heel raises at six to eight weeks and robust calf strength.
  • After trading Kristaps Porziņģis and Jrue Holiday and acquiring Anfernee Simons, Boston plans to lean on Jaylen Brown and Derrick White while Tatum continues recovery.