Jayson Tatum could make his comeback as soon as Friday’s game against the Mavericks at TD Garden. The Celtics upgraded Tatum on the injury report to questionable with his Achilles injury. So while it’s not guaranteed Tatum will play, it’s clear an in-season return is imminent with the NBA world buzzing.

BOSTON (AP) — La estrella de los Celtics Jayson Tatum está más cerca de regresar a la acción de la NBA nueve meses después de romperse el tendón de Aquiles derecho durante los playoffs de la temporada pasada.

Jayson Tatum's trainer Drew Hanlen did not appreciate Carmelo Anthony's comment about the star needing to sacrifice his ego.

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum is poised to play as early as Friday night against the Dallas Mavericks, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

Derrick White offers encouraging update on Jayson Tatum’s recovery as Celtics star ramps up 5-on-5 work ahead of return.

Jayson Tatum remains out for tomorrow’s game against the Hornets, per the Celtics. 2026 NFL Free Agency Predictions: Playing fantasy football matchmaker for Kyler Murray, Kenneth Walker III, more Matt Harmon goes through every notable free agent and plays matchmaker for 2026 fantasy football.

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