Boston Celticsstar Jayson Tatum has not played at any point this season as he recovers from a torn Achilles suffered in last year's playoffs. He might not play at all this season, according to a new report.
Per NBA insider Chris Hayes, Tatum is considering whether he should sit out the remainder of the 2025-26 season, but a final decision has not been made.
The NBA champion tore his right Achilles tendon during Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against theNew York Knickson May 12, 2025.
The six-time All-Star was expected to try to return this season for Boston, especially with the Celtics surprising, currently sitting third in the Eastern Conference.
Haynes indicated that Tatum was prepping for a return and was potentially close to getting back on the court, but the situation has changed.
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Tatum signed a contract extension with the Celtics on July 6, 2024.
He's averaged 23.6 points, 7.3 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game over 585 career games played.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Jayson Tatum injury update: Will Boston Celtics star play this season?
