Overview
- Tatum was assigned Monday to participate in portions of the Maine Celtics’ practice at the Auerbach Center and was immediately recalled to continue his rehab.
- Shams Charania reported he fully scrimmaged 5-on-5 with Celtics rostered teammates, two-way players and G Leaguers, progressing from earlier controlled sessions with coaches.
- Tatum told reporters Tuesday that he feels better daily but set no timetable, saying he has not decided whether to return this season and will follow the rehab plan.
- Brad Stevens reiterated there is no pressure to rush a comeback, saying Tatum should return only when 110% healthy, fully cleared by medical staff and at peace with the decision.
- The Celtics are 34-19 near the top of the East, and Tatum has previously said his first game back would be at TD Garden, with the next home date after the break on Feb. 27.