Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is set to play Wednesday against Miami after sitting out Monday for routine injury management on the second night of a back-to-back. The star forward has averaged 21.2 points, 2.8 three-pointers, 9.8 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.0 steals in 32.9 minutes over his last five games, reinforcing his must-start status in all formats. Tatum's return should push Jordan Walsh back to the bench while allowing Jaylen Brown and Derrick White to resume their usual offensive roles. Tatum remains a clear lineup anchor with Boston expected to lean on him offensively.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is unavailable for Monday's matchup with the Atlanta Hawks. Tatum will miss the tail end of a back-to-back after posting 32 points, five rebounds, eight assists and one block across 31 minutes in Sunday's win over Charlotte. The 28-year-old sitting out tonight's contest comes as no surprise, as he continues to be managed after returning from a right Achilles tendon tear. Fantasy managers can expect Jaylen Brown to carry more of the offensive load with Tatum sidelined.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) has been upgraded to available ahead of Sunday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Tatum came into this game as questionable for injury management purposes. They've decided to start Tatum and give Jaylen Brown (Achilles) the night off. This is the front end of a back-to-back set, so Tatum could rest on Monday with Brown returning to the mix against the Atlanta Hawks. For now, fantasy managers can go ahead and get Tatum active in their lineups. Tatum will likely be asked to carry the load offensively with Brown unavailable.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is questionable for Sunday's game against Charlotte and could sit for maintenance on the first night of a back-to-back. If he rests, Payton Pritchard would again profile as a strong DFS target after logging 35 minutes with 36 points, six three-pointers, seven rebounds, and four assists Friday, while Sam Hauser and Baylor Scheierman could see expanded scoring roles. Jaylen Brown (Achilles) and Derrick White also (knee) carry injury tags, which could further thin the rotation.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is unavailable for Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. After recovering from a torn Achilles, Tatum made his campaign debut last week and has seen action in three consecutive contests. However, he will have tonight's game off for injury maintenance. In each of his first three appearances, Tatum has logged 27 minutes, averaging 19.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 3.7 assists. Sam Hauser, Baylor Scheierman, and Hugo Gonzalez will likely see expanded roles while Tatum is sidelined, especially if Derrick White (knee), who's considered questionable, also misses Thursday's clash in OKC.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. After recovering from a torn Achilles, Tatum made his season debut last week and has played in three consecutive games. While Thursday's matchup isn't part of a back-to-back, it seems Boston could sit Tatum to manage his workload. In each of his first three appearances, Tatum has logged 27 minutes, averaging 19.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 3.7 assists. Sam Hauser, Baylor Scheierman, and Hugo Gonzalez could have larger roles without Tatum, especially if Derrick White (knee) also misses Thursday's game.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is officially making his season debut against the Dallas Mavericks on Friday. Tatum is off the injury report and will return to the court after missing 10 months of action. Tatum had surgery to repair a torn Achilles tendon in May of last year. He has made incredible progress to get back on the court this quickly. Given the circumstances, the Celtics are likely going to be extremely cautious with Tatum. He probably won't handle a full workload until closer to the postseason. Despite the limitations, Tatum should still be worth rostering in basically all fantasy formats. The superstar forward should still be able to make a solid contribution even with a monitored workload.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is not only expected to return this season, but he could be back in action as soon as Friday, according to the latest reports from ESPN's Shams Charania. Tatum was officially listed as questionable for Friday, after working his way back from an Achilles injury suffered in last year's playoffs. According to Charania, Tatuam is "ready to go" and is expected to make a final decision about Friday in the next day. With Tatum out, the Celtics have been led by Jaylen Brown to a 41-21 record, which has them second in the Eastern Conference. They play at home on Friday before a big three-game road trip to Cleveland, San Antonio, and Oklahoma City. Tatum will likely be worked back into the rotation slowly and be on a minutes limit early on, but if he's available in any season-long fantasy format, he's a must-add for his high ceiling.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is reportedly targeting a Friday return against Dallas, according to Bill Simmons, after missing the entire season with a torn Achilles. Tatum averaged 26.8 points, 8.7 rebounds, 6.0 assists, 1.1 steals, and 3.5 triples across 72 games last season and would immediately reclaim a featured role if cleared. Tatum's usage should ramp quickly, cutting into Sam Hauser's and Baylor Scheierman's minutes while easing the burden on Derrick White and Payton Pritchard. Managers should prepare to activate him, though efficiency and workload may fluctuate early.

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) has been a "full go" in five-on-five scrimmages of late. The multi-time All-Star suffered a ruptured right Achilles tendon during Game 4 of the 2025 Eastern Conference Semifinals versus the New York Knicks. As expected, he underwent surgery, with many assuming he would miss the entire 2025-26 campaign. Miraculously, only nine months removed from the injury, it appears Tatum could suit up at some point before the end of the regular season. There are some hurdles the former Duke Blue Devil will need to clear. He'll also be limited from a minutes standpoint until the end of the postseason. However, fantasy managers can keep Tatum stashed, considering he might be ready to go soon. If that happens, he'll still have value for fantasy participants even with a limited workload.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) participated in select portions of practice with the Maine Celtics on Monday before being recalled to Boston to continue his rehabilitation. The controlled work marks another step forward after he was recently cleared for limited five-on-five action in team settings. While there is no firm return timetable, the progression is notable. Fantasy managers in deeper formats can consider a speculative IL stash, as Tatum's upside remains elite once cleared, though patience and roster flexibility are required.

According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) appears to have a chance to return to the court in March. The 27-year-old suffered a torn Achilles in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals series with the New York Knicks back in May, resulting in surgery the very next day. Miraculously, he's already running and shooting. Tatum is coming off another quality year, averaging 26.8 points, 8.7 rebounds, 6.0 assists, and 1.1 steals in 72 appearances throughout the regular season. Of course, the Celtics will surely take a cautious approach by not rushing him back, even if the team is in the mix to capture a top spot in the Eastern Conference heading toward the postseason. With that said, Tatum's return may not benefit fantasy managers, especially since he'll presumably be on a minutes restriction once cleared for action. However, the situation is still worth monitoring. For now, Sam Hauser should see routine minutes as a starter, with Payton Pritchard, Jaylen Brown, and Derrick White in line to see even more scoring opportunities.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) could be back this season if his recovery continues. He made it clear on ESPN's First Take that he has not ruled out a return this season and stated that "I don't go to rehab six days a week for nothing." He also clarified that a full recovery is the top priority and that he will not rush back. Tatum suffered his torn Achilles against the Knicks in May, but it is clear he is still looking to return this season. Whether he'll be able to do that or not still remains to be seen, though, and if he does get back will the Celtics be in a place where he can be effective enough to make a difference. His recovery will be a key storyline to follow throughout the season.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) continues his rehab efforts after undergoing surgery on a torn Achilles suffered during the playoff series versus the New York Knicks. Fortunately, he's moving in the right direction, with Jordan Walsh recently providing an encouraging update on his teammate. "I've seen him from when he messed up his Achilles to now, and it's a big difference," said Walsh. "He's moving around way better. So, he's progressing well." It's unknown exactly when Tatum will be ready to play. However, the Celtics still have more than a few capable scorers to help keep the team competitive. Fantasy managers can anticipate Jaylen Brown and Derrick White to lead the way offensively. Payton Pritchard, who is in line to move into the starting lineup, should be entering his best season to date after being named the 2025 NBA Sixth Man of the Year.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) has provided a fresh update on his rehab. "Rehab is tedious, man," Tatum said. "It's six days a week. I'm starting to get a little bit better. I'm out of the boot now. Better days ahead, but just trying to take it one day at a time. You gotta be resilient. The first six weeks of this was probably the toughest six weeks of any point in my life." Tatum still doesn't have an official timeline for his comeback, but he's eager to return. "Just have to accept it and realize it happened. And now I have to do everything in my power to get back to who I was and get back to playing," he added.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) was seen at the New England Patriots' practice on Wednesday, walking without a boot or brace. It's been nearly three months since Tatum ruptured his right Achilles during the playoffs against the New York Knicks. He appears to be making great progress. An anonymous NBA scout mentioned last week that Tatum "looked way ahead" in his recovery and was "kind of shocked" by how well the six-time All-Star was moving during a basketball camp in Las Vegas. While Tatum's progress is promising, the Celtics have no reason to rush him back, and it wouldn't be surprising to still see him sit out the entire 2025-26 campaign.

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) suffered a torn right Achilles in Monday's loss to the Knicks. As a result, he underwent successful surgery on Tuesday. The former Duke Blue Devil had one of his best postseason showings on Monday night, amassing 42 points, eight boards, four steals, and two blocks. Unfortunately, he suffered a non-contact injury late in the contest and required assistance off the floor. It's obviously a tough blow for the C's, who are now one game away from being eliminated from the postseason. Payton Pritchard should see a bump in production for the remainder of the postseason, although the same can be said for Jaylen Brown, Derrick White, Al Horford, and potentially Kristaps Porzingis. As far as Tatum is concerned, it's unknown when he'll be back on the floor, but fantasy managers should expect him to at least miss a significant portion of the 2025-26 campaign.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Tuesday after suffering an apparent lower leg injury in Monday's Game 4 against the New York Knicks. Tatum dominated the game, scoring 42 points, but he was forced to exit the contest with 2:58 remaining in the fourth quarter. The Celtics superstar suffered a non-contact injury to his right leg and was seen in a wheelchair on his way to the locker room. Unfortunately, it seems that Tatum may face an extended absence. This would give Jaylen Brown the keys to the offense, while the rest of the group would also need to step up.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum scored 13 points in Wednesday's 91-90 loss to the Knicks. He added 14 boards, five assists, three steals, and one block. The former Duke Blue Devil had a tough time finding the bottom of the net in Game 1. Unfortunately, that trend continued in Game 2, with Tatum going 5-for-19 from the field and 1-for-5 from behind the three-point line. With the Knicks up 2-0, the series will head back to New York for Game 3 on Saturday afternoon. But on a positive note, Tatum averaged 36 points and 44% shooting from deep at Madison Square Garden during the regular season (two appearances), so there's reason to believe he may turn things around.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum struggled to hit shots in Monday's Game 1 against the New York Knicks, but still had an impressive outing in a 108-105 overtime loss. The Celtics superstar finished the contest with 23 points, 16 rebounds, six assists, two steals, and one block. Tatum did most of his scoring during a hot spell in the first quarter when he scored 13 consecutive points for Boston. He was 7-for-23 from the field and 4-for-15 from downtown in the game. It was a poor shooting performance overall for Joe Mazzulla's team, yet they still lost by only three, which says a lot about Boston's quality. Tatum is sure to deliver a much more efficient performance in Wednesday's Game 2.