Jayson Tatum continues to make steady strides as he works his way back from a torn Achilles, offering another glimpse into his progress through a recently shared workout video, via Adam Himmelsbach of the Boston Globe.
The clip showed Tatum going head-to-head in a one-on-one setting with Celtics assistant coach Tony Dobbins, a small but notable step that signals how far along he is in the rehab process.
Along with the video, Tatum added a short caption – “Soon” – paired with a crossed-fingers emoji, hinting at optimism without committing to a timeline.
Despite the encouraging signs, there is still a structured path ahead before Boston even considers game action.
Multiple checkpoints remain in his recovery, and the organization has been consistent in its message that clearance will only come when every medical box is checked.
Tatum has maintained for months that he plans to play this season, but both he and the Celtics have emphasized patience, making it clear that there will be no shortcuts taken.
As things stand, the idea of Tatum returning at some point this season has shifted from unlikely to realistic.
Boston’s stronger-than-expected play has positioned the team well, meaning Tatum could eventually rejoin a group with legitimate postseason aspirations.
Still, the standings won’t factor into the decision.
The timing of his return will be dictated solely by his health, recovery benchmarks, and full medical clearance, not by urgency or external pressure.
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