A Celtics team already exceeding expectations in 2025-26 was seemingly poised to get some major reinforcements back just before the postseason.
Despite rupturing his Achilles tendon in May during the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Knicks, Jayson Tatum has largely been ahead of schedule in his recovery from such a major injury — sparking hope that the 27-year-old superstar could return to the parquet floor in some capacity this spring.
That sentiment might be changing, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes.
Haynes reported late on Wednesday night on “NBA on Prime” that Tatum was weighing the possibility of sitting out the entire 2025-26 season.