Overview

• Tatum reiterated he will prioritize full medical clearance and said he is rehabbing six days a week, noting he will not rush a return.
• Assistant coach Sam Cassell said Tatum is active in recovery and progressing, while adding he does not know any plan for a return this season.
• Jake Fischer reported there is buzz about a possible March comeback, though team-connected voices, including Chris Mannix, urged caution and said no target such as the All-Star break or March is being stamped.
• Tatum’s surgeon, Dr. Martin O’Malley, has been quoted as saying he had not seen a recovery progress this quickly before.
• Center Neemias Queta said Joe Mazzulla is preparing to use varied starting and closing lineups this season, signaling Boston’s plan to adapt while Tatum remains out.