Celtics Insider Doubts Tatum’s Return but Praises Team’s Efforts, NBC Sports Boston’s Chris Forsberg addressed Jayson Tatum’s recovery in an August 22 mailbag, acknowledging the star’s determination to return while expressing skepticism about his chances this season.
Forsberg noted that Tatum is expected to approach his rehab with “relentless energy” and praised the Celtics for acting swiftly, scheduling surgery just hours after the Achilles tear with a top specialist in the field. Despite this, the team has yet to provide a timeline or officially rule him out for the 2025-26 season, unlike the Pacers, who have already ruled out Tyrese Haliburton.
Forsberg admitted he’s uncertain whether it’s wise to bring Tatum back this year, emphasizing that the decision should depend on both his health and the team’s circumstances at that time. He pointed to Tatum’s recent optimistic message to fans—highlighting the tough early stages of rehab but promising “better days ahead”—as a potential rallying cry for the Celtics community.
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