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NBC Series and March 1 TV Flex Intensify Focus on Jayson Tatum’s Return Progress

Boston has not set a comeback date as Tatum advances through late-stage rehab with G League work while awaiting full medical clearance.

Jayson Tatum is getting closer and closer to a return to the court.
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Jan 2, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) celebrates with guard Payton Pritchard (11) after making a shot against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Overview

  • During the All-Star broadcast, NBC unveiled a five-part documentary, The Quiet Work, chronicling Tatum’s recovery from last year’s Achilles tear.
  • The NBA shifted Boston’s March 1 home game vs. the 76ers to an 8 p.m. national slot on NBC, fueling speculation that remains unconfirmed by the team.
  • Last week Tatum was cleared to practice with the Maine Celtics to log full 5‑on‑5 scrimmage reps, and he has not yet practiced with the NBA club, the Globe reported.
  • Tatum has said his first game back will be at TD Garden, a note that has observers watching upcoming nationally televised Boston home dates highlighted by the Globe.
  • Commentators such as Bill Simmons have guessed at an early‑March return, while Kevin Durant described conditioning and sustained 5‑on‑5 as the final hurdles, but no official timeline has been announced.