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Jayson Tatum seems to be close to a return, and according to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, wants to “get it right the first time.” It adds to the revelation

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Kendrick Perkins Urges Jayson Tatum to Return This Season to a Wide-Open Eastern Conference

As great as the 2025-26 NBA season has been, it has missed the presence of key star players. Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum, for instance, is one of the most prominent stars in the league who has yet to suit up this season.

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / January 29

Fans wonder whether Brown comments caused Tatum to put breaks on return

Jayson Tatum was adamant he was returning this season. Chris Haynes was also sure of this... until the past couple days. Chris Haynes won't say what has changed in Tatum's mind, but that hasn't let Celtics fans not theorize.

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The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Celtics Life / January 29

Watch: Atlanta Hawks 117, Boston Celtics 106 highlights

Extended highlights from last night's Celtics loss to the Hawks at the TD Garden. The Hawks defeted the Celtics 117-106 avenging their previous lopsided loss with a strong start and balanced scoring, leading by as many as 21 points in the first quarter.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Boston Celtics on SI / January 29

Five ways Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talks could impact the Boston Celtics

Giannis Antetokounmpo might have played his last game in Milwaukee. ESPN reported on Wednesday the Milwaukee Bucks are starting to listen to aggressive

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 29

Celtics’ Sam Hauser reveals luxury of potential Jayson Tatum return

BOSTON — As the NBA All-Star break nears, the chatter surrounding the potential return of Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum — who suffered a devastating Achilles rupture in May — grows louder and louder.

Jayson Tatum News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 29

What Celtics Jayson Tatum told ESPN about possibly returning from Achilles injury this season

The Boston Celtics have been one of the better teams in the Eastern Conference this season, and they’re doing it while Jayson Tatum is sidelined as he continues to rehab from his Achilles injury.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / January 29

10 Takeaways from the Celtics rough loss to the Hawks

After the Celtics went into Atlanta and beat the Hawks by 26, Atlanta decided to return the favor by beating Boston 117-106 in TD Garden. It was an annoying game to watch because every time the Celtics got close to coming back and cut into the lead, the Hawks would go on a run.

Jayson Tatum News / EssentiallySports / January 29

Will Jayson Tatum Play This Season? Insider Provides Return Update After Celtics Star’s Confession

Even though there was no official return date set, the progress around Jayson Tatum’s injury was always optimistic. Being ahead in his recovery, facing no setbacks, and Boston dominating the East at #3, felt like the stars were aligned.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / January 29

“It wasn’t intentional”: Jaylen Brown remorseful for knocking Onyeka Okongwu’s tooth out

BOSTON — Jaylen Brown felt apologetic after Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu was left missing a tooth following Wednesday night’s 117-106 Celtics loss at TD Garden.

Jayson Tatum News / Hoops Rumors / January 29

Jayson Tatum Mulling Sitting Out Rest Of Season

The prospect of Jayson Tatum returning this season from the Achilles rupture that has sidelined him since last playoffs grew murkier on Wednesday night, as NBA insider Chris Haynes reported that Tatum is reevaluating the idea and considering sitting out the rest of the Celtics‘ season (Twitter video link).

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Joe Mazzulla News / EssentiallySports / January 29

Joe Mazzulla Wrestles Celtics Staff to Floor After Heated Reaction to Refs’ Call

The Boston Celtics were thoroughly drubbed by the Atlanta Hawks in TD Garden tonight, losing 117-106 to an all-around offense that saw six players score double digits.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / January 28

Boston Celtics 'bad day at the office' vs. Hawks: Six reasons why they lost

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics came out flat, and even though they made a couple of runs throughout the game, they never seemed to have much of a chance.

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / January 28

Major update emerges on Jayson Tatum’s status

Jayson Tatum appears to be pumping the brakes on his aggressive rehab. The injured Boston Celtics star Tatum is re-evaluating his situation and is now considering sitting out the 2025-26 NBA season entirely, Chris Haynes of NBATV reported on Wednesday.

Anfernee Simons News / Total Pro Sports / January 29

NBA Rumors: Anfernee Simons’ Name Popped Up in Trade Talks That Never Gained Traction

The Chicago Bulls and the Boston Celtics are two teams experiencing contrasting fortunes at the moment. With some incredible momentum on their side, the Boston Celtics have surged to number 2 in the East.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 28

NBA Rumors: Celtics, Anfernee Simons, Timberwolves, Jaden McDaniels, Knicks

Boston is not in a hurry to duck the luxury tax. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Celtics have made it clear they are not interested in attaching a first-round pick to Anfernee Simons’ $27.7 million expiring contract in a pure cost-cutting move.

Boston Celtics News / TV Insider / January 28

‘Boston Blue’: Donnie Wahlberg Reveals Next Reagan Cameo & 2 More New Guest Stars

Donnie Wahlberg has revealed three major guest stars coming to Boston Blue, including a Blue Bloods alum from the Reagan family, when Season 1 returns in February.

Payton Pritchard News / Field Level Media / January 27

Payton Pritchard's shooting on the mark as Celtics face Hawks

Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard has been dealing with an injury to a finger on his left (non-shooting) hand, but it doesn't seem to have hurt his accuracy.

Boston Celtics News / Hardwood Heroics / January 27

'Way More Important Than Basketball' – Boston Celtics Coach Gets 100% Real on the Players’ Reactions to the Minnesota ICE Outrage

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla offered an eye-opening take on how he expects his players to digest the recent ICE shootings in Minneapolis during their press conference after their 102-94 home win against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday evening.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 26

Celtics never trail in triumph over Trail Blazers

Payton Pritchard scored a game-high 23 points and Jaylen Brown finished with 20 to lead the Boston Celtics to a 102-94 victory over the visiting Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 27

Celtics' buzzer-beater king demoralizes Trail Blazers

He first started getting national attention for his buzzer-beating superpowers during the Celtics' run to the 2024 title.

Unexpected third team could facilitate Giannis Antetokounmpo trade to Knicks

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Boston Celtics News / The SportsRush / January 26

Kobe Bryant Sought Dwyane Wade’s Help to Take Down Celtics in 2010

The LA Lakers’ 2010 NBA title felt like a release rather than just another banner. After beating the Magic for a ring a year earlier, that Finals run against the Celtics was Kobe Bryant reminding everyone exactly who he was.

Boston Celtics News / Field Level Media / January 25

Anfernee Simons making case for Boston as Celtics prep for Blazers

Guard Anfernee Simons is frequently linked to trade rumors, but he's making it difficult for the Boston Celtics to move him. Simons and the Celtics will meet the visiting Portland Trail Blazers on Monday, two days after he came off the bench to score 21 points in 28 minutes during a 114-111 loss to Chicago.