Boston Celtics’ Jayson Tatum still has his eye on a return in the forthcoming NBA season
Sidelined Celtics superstar hopes to return to the NBA this season
- Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has not ruled out playing in the 2025-26 NBA season, despite sustaining a torn Achilles in May.
- Tatum, 27, emphasised he will not rush his recovery process, which typically takes a year or more, but is committed to intensive rehabilitation.
- He is communicating with fellow NBA players Tyrese Haliburton, Damian Lillard, and Dejounte Murray, who are also recovering from similar injuries.
- The six-time All-Star forward was seen in a walking boot last month and stated his priority is a full recovery.
- Tatum helped the Celtics secure the NBA championship in the 2023-24 season, averaging 26.8 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 6.0 assists.