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How well Tatum can play given the physical and psychological toll the injury sustained vs. the Knicks in the will of course play a role.

Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum drew attention for a surprising workout video amid his recovery from season-ending injury.

The Boston Celtics will face Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg for the first time on Tuesday night. Flagg spent a season playing college basketball at Duke, a program also known for producing Celtics star Jayson Tatum.

But then the St. Louis native went on a podcast, and hinted at some trepidation about his return to the Celtics. Following that, another report hinted that Tatum might not return to action in the 2025-26 NBA regular season after all. What is going on here, exactly?

Jayson Tatum said he hasn’t decided if he’ll play this season as he recovers from an Achilles tear.

Jayson Tatum reportedly is “reevaluating” his comeback plan and considering sitting out the entire NBA season.

Tatum went through a full workout in front of reporters recently, hinting at a comeback, but is now reconsidering that choice.

The Chicago Bulls are in the final sprint to the NBA trade deadline at 2 p.m. Thursday. Here’s the latest news, rumors and analysis.