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Celtics’ Jayson Tatum to make season debut vs. Mavericks

The wait appears to be over for Jayson Tatum. The Boston Celtics announced that Tatum will make his season debut Friday night against the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden.

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Michael Malone Drops Bold Take on Jayson Tatum’s Return as Jaylen Brown Emerges as Celtics’ Leader

The Boston Celtics entered the 2025-26 NBA season at a disadvantage, as their star player, Jayson Tatum, was recovering from an ACL tear. While this development sparked concerns among fans, Jaylen Brown rose to the occasion, showcasing remarkable leadership that kept the Celtics strong throughout the season.

Jayson Tatum News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Multiple 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Single playoff-points leaders' quiz

The 'Most active 30-point NBA games' quiz

The '3-Point Era playoff scoring leaders' quiz

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

If the Playoffs Started Today, Boston is the Clear East Favorite

Boston is firing on all cylinders as they prepare for their playoff push. The Celtics will be a title contender this postseason, despite some critics believing they were a draft lottery team before the season opener.

Celtics Around the Web

Achilles healed: Celtics OK Tatum for Fri. return · ESPN

Jayson Tatum will make season debut Friday: Everything to know about Celtics star's return from torn Achilles · CBSSports.com

Why Jayson Tatum's return gives the Celtics a real chance to win the NBA title · CBSSports.com

Jayson Tatum's second act is here, and it comes with a chance to reframe his career narrative · CBSSports.com

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Celtics Announce Jordan Walsh Injury Update Before Potential Jayson Tatum Return

The Boston Celtics are heading into their Friday night game against the Dallas Mavericks with more hype than usual. It isn't because this is a rematch of the 2024 NBA Finals but because there's been widespread speculation that Celtics star forward Jayson Tatum will make his season debut in this game.

NBA News / The SportsRush / March 6

Paul Pierce Wanted to Team Up With Dirk Nowitzki in Dallas Right Before Celtics Won 2008 Championship

Paul Pierce is one of the greatest players in Boston Celtics history, and for good reason. After all, he did help bring home Boston’s 17th NBA championship.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

The 'NFL year-by-year sack leaders' quiz

The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / March 5

Joe Mazzulla had perfect quote on Jayson Tatum's potential return

Joe Mazzulla had an all-time quote on Jayson Tatum's potential return

With reports coming out on Thursday that Jayson Tatum could make his season debut on Friday, Mazzulla responded to that possibility perfectly.

Wizards reveal Anthony Davis injury update after recent progress

Stephen A. Smith makes major claim about Doc Rivers' career

Kendrick Perkins drops a borderline dirty quote on Giannis Antetokounmpo

Should Bucks shut down Giannis?

Darius Garland shares his approach to playing alongside Kawhi Leonard

Ron Harper News / Scoop B / March 5

The Harper Legacy: Ron Harper Jr. on the Celtics, Brother Dylan Harper’s Rise & Lessons from MJ & Kobe

The Harper name has long been synonymous with championship pedigree and defensive tenacity in the NBA. From Ron Harper Sr.’s five rings across the Bulls and Lakers dynasties to the current rise of the next generation, the family is carving out a permanent place in basketball lore.