Celtics past and present share Jayson Tatum insight as potential return gets closer

Fansided | March 5, 2026

Grant Williams, Xavier Tillman Sr., and Derrick White discuss Jayson Tatum's road to recovery from a torn Achilles.

Feb 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Boston Celtics injured forward Jayson Tatum against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Jayson Tatum-Watch is in full effect. It heightens with each passing home game to open the month of March. He'll need time to ramp up. The Boston Celtics, nor their star forward, will rush his return and send him out to the parquet in uniform before he's game-ready.