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Celtics Assign Jayson Tatum to Maine Practice as Achilles Rehab Reaches New Phase

Boston set no timetable, emphasizing a comeback only with full medical clearance plus Tatum’s complete confidence.

Overview

  • The team said Tatum would join portions of the Maine Celtics’ practice at the Auerbach Center and be immediately recalled to continue his rehab.
  • ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Tatum recently began controlled 5-on-5 scrimmages with Celtics coaches.
  • President of basketball operations Brad Stevens said Tatum "still has a ways to go" and stressed there is no pressure to rush a return.
  • Tatum has publicly weighed playing this season versus waiting, citing concerns about reintegrating into a successful lineup.
  • Boston is about 34-19 without him this year, and there is no expectation he will play in a G League game at this stage.