The Boston Celtics might not have kicked off this season with championship dreams, but things have certainly turned in their favor. With a string of victories under their belt, there's more good news on the horizon: Jayson Tatum is making impressive strides in his recovery from injury. Recently, he shed some light on his progress and what lies ahead as the Celtics gear up for the final stretch of the season.
In a chat about his recovery, Tatum shared, “I had an optional workout, or a couple of them today in San Francisco. I haven’t practiced with the team yet.
I’m just gonna continue to follow the progression that we have; nothing is set in stone. It’s more so work out, see how you recover the next day, and then just make a plan from there.”
At 27, Tatum has been sidelined since tearing his right Achilles tendon during the 2025 Eastern Semifinals-a blow that dashed the Celtics’ title hopes and kept him out for most of the 2025-26 season. With only a quarter of the season left, the clock is ticking for Tatum to make his comeback.
While he hasn’t participated in official team practices yet, Tatum has been engaging in 5-on-5 workouts to ease his way back into the NBA grind. His return is a careful balance, guided by a team of doctors and trainers ensuring every step is right. The buzz around his return is growing, and the Celtics are hinting at his imminent comeback.
"Another day of work 💪," tweeted the Celtics, fueling anticipation.
Once Tatum checks off a few more boxes, he'll be ready to rejoin the action. His presence could transform the Celtics, who are currently the second-best team in the East, trailing only the Detroit Pistons. With Jaylen Brown playing at an MVP level, Derrick White, and the newly added Nikola Vucevic, Tatum’s return could propel the Celtics toward an unexpected Finals run-potentially a comeback for the ages.
But first, Tatum must focus on getting fully healthy, ensuring no steps are skipped on his road to recovery. It’s been a challenging journey, but if he stays the course, we might witness his return just in time for the playoffs, setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the season.