Scouts Monitoring Jayson Tatum's Free Throw Rate As Indicator Of Return From Achilles
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Scouts Monitoring Jayson Tatum's Free Throw Rate As Indicator Of Return From Achilles
Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum shot 6-of-23 and attempted just one free throw in Tuesday's season-opening loss to the Detroit Pistons. Tatum is beginning his first full season back from the Achilles tear he suffered in the 2025 playoffs. A scout at the game said the free throw number is the bigger concern. "I do wonder if he's the same guy," said the scout. "Does he have the same burst and explosion? I'm not going to overreact to one game, but if the free throw numbers are down in December,...
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