The Boston Celtics aimed for another NBA Finals appearance last season, but Jayson Tatum suffered a torn Achilles tendon that ended his season.
This season, the Celtics continue without Tatum, who is still recovering. On Monday, an important update about Tatum’s progress was shared.
“Jayson Tatum will take part in parts of the @MaineCeltics practice at the Auerbach Center this afternoon. After this practice, he will return to the Boston Celtics to keep working on his rehab,” the Celtics announced on X.
The torn Achilles was projected to keep Tatum out for 10 months to a year, with most suggesting he might not be back until the 2026-27 season.
At the end of January, reports indicated that Tatum could choose to slow down his recovery and sit out the full season, though no decision was finalized.
The Celtics have not provided a specific timeline for Tatum’s return; this will likely depend on how he performs in practice.
As of Monday, the Celtics hold a 34-19 record, placing them third in the Eastern Conference, so there is no urgency to bring Tatum back quickly.
This is an unexpected update, and Tatum’s response in practice will be closely watched.