Jayson Tatum

Jayson Tatum has not ruled out a return during the 2025-26 season, stating on Tuesday, "I haven't said I'm not playing this season."

Fantasy Impact

Jayson Tatum, who underwent surgery for a ruptured Achilles on May 13, said that "The most important thing is a full recovery, not rushing at all. But also, I don't go to rehab six days a week for nothing." An official timeline for his return has not been announced.

Jayson Tatum (Achilles) has undergone successful surgery to repair a torn Achilles tendon injury he suffered against the Knicks on Monday night.

Fantasy Impact

No timetable has been given for the Celtics star, but given the nature of the injury and the usual timeline, Tatum is likely to miss most, if not all, of the 2025-26 NBA season. The Celtics will have to look elsewhere for leadership and scoring during his absence, and it makes for an especially interesting offseason for Boston.

Jayson Tatum is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Tatum went down with a non-contact injury in the final minutes of Monday's loss against the Knicks. The fear is a torn Achilles for the superstar who had dropped 42 points prior to the injury, but we'll know more on Tuesday.

Jayson Tatum is off the injury report for Game 4 on Sunday against the Magic.

Fantasy Impact

Tatum wound up returning in Game 3 on Friday despite initially being listed as doubtful. He should remain in his usual role for the Celtics.

Jayson Tatum is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Orlando Magic.

Fantasy Impact

Tatum sat out Wednesday’s game and is currently listed as doubtful for Friday. If he’s unable to go, Al Horford is likely to step into the starting lineup once again, with Sam Hauser picking up extra minutes off the bench.