Jayson Tatum

Boston, MA - September 28: Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum speaks at a press conference during media day on September 28, 2026. (Photo by Meleck Eldahshoury/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) | Boston Globe via Getty Images BOSTON — It’s been 16 and a half months since Jayson Tatum went down with an Achilles rupture, since the emotional day he collapsed on the floor of Madison Square Garden and cried out in pain, wondering if he’d ever be able to play basketball at the highest level again...

The Celtics have noticed a more concerted effort by Jayson Tatum as a vocal leader since the summer and early in camp.

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - SEPTEMBER 28: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics answers questions during a press conference during Boston Celtics Media Day at Auerbach Center on September 28, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images BOSTON — Jayson Tatum organized the ...

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"He’s a guy I feel like is really coming into his own as a leader."

BOSTON — Jayson Tatum spent part of his Media Day press conference on Monday recounting how much he learned from Paul George on his basketball journey. He saw George thriving with a similar build, so he pulled from George’s style and emulated his mannerisms. As he looked back on those childhood memories, he looked up and saw George (wearing the No. 13 he acquired in a trade from Ron Harper Jr.) awaiting his own interview. They embraced as George approached the podium. “As you get older in thi...

Jaylen Brown is coming off the best season of his career as the undisputed number one option for the Boston Celtics. Brown averaged 29/7/5 last season and led the Celtics to a 56-win campaign even though Jayson Tatum played just 16 games after returning from a ruptured Achilles tendon. All Brown got for his troubles […] The post 76ers star Jaylen Brown’s answer about circled games will grab Celtics fans’ attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Hawks ESPN revealed its one pressing question for every team last season, and the biggie for the Hawks is … well, if last season was a fluke. Atlanta was among the East’s best teams after January, before falling to the eventual champion Knicks in the first round of the playoffs. They made some moves in […] The post NBA Notes: Hawks, Jalen Johnson, Hornets, Celtics, Jayson Tatum appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Celtics star forward Jayson Tatum is 16 months removed from Achilles’ tendon surgery and says he’s fully healthy as the team begins its first week of training camp, according to the Associated Press’ Kyle Hightower. “I feel great having this offseason to get stronger,” he said. “Get more explosive and just work on my body […]

BOSTON — Internally, the Celtics’ brass believes, with the exception of the 2023-24 edition, this is their “most well-balanced and deepest” roster of the Jayson Tatum era. They’ve heard the noise: They’re a regular-season wins machine. But without Jaylen Brown, they’re not equipped for the postseason. They’d agree with the first part of that sentiment, permitting health, but they’ll push back on any notion they’re not built for the playoffs. You see, they view that 2024 championship campaign ...

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - SEPTEMBER 28: Jayson Tatum #0 and Paul George #13 of the Boston Celtics pose for photos during Boston Celtics Media Day at Auerbach Center on September 28, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) | Getty Images It was a rainy morning outside of the Auerba...

Tatum missed the first 62 games of last season and spent his time learning how coaches operate.

Jazz Lauri Markkanen finds himself in a position he isn’t entirely accustomed to. He’s the old guy. Markkanen, 29, said Monday that taking on a mentoring role with young Jazz players such as Ace Bailey and rookie Darryn Peterson feels a little strange. “Since I’m the old guy now, it kind of feels weird to […] The post NBA Notes: Jazz, Lauri Markkanen, Celtics, Jayson Tatum, Kings, Ben Simmons appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Celtics are Tatum’s team and he could have the best year of his career.

Jayson Tatum says he's thankful for his time with Jaylen Brown and the success they shared but feels comfortable leading the new-look Celtics this season.

When Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics take the floor this season, they will be doing so without former star Jaylen Brown.

Sep 28, 2026; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) talks to reporters during media day at Auerbach Center. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect There would have been a very easy answer for Jayson Tatum to give at Media Day. Jaylen Brown is in Philadelphia, and with him goes at least some of the oxygen that fueled years of “who’s the alpha in Boston?” conversations. Joe Mazzulla is calling this season the beginning of a “new era....

The Boston Celtics have a revamped roster around Jayson Tatum for the 2025-26 NBA season, and we predict each starting player's statline.

Jayson Tatum dribbles the ball during a playoff game against the 76ers. | NBAE via Getty Images When ESPN released its annual “NBA Rank” top 10 list Thursday morning, many of us in Celtics-centric circles immediately looked for Jayson Tatum. OK, Nikola Jokic is No. 1. I’d go with Victor Wembanyama, but Jokic is certainly special. Then comes Wemby, followed by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. That’s pretty clearly the top three until further notice, at least from my perspective. ESPN has Jayson Tatum ...

PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 30: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics and Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the game during Round One Game Six of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 30, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NB...