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Tatum's Return Delayed as Celtics Struggle Early
10/29/2025
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- Jayson Tatum is recovering from a torn Achilles tendon sustained during the playoffs and aims to return this season amid a lengthy rehab.
- He says going home to St. Louis helped him mentally.
- The Celtics sit 1-3 and may delay his return if performance does not improve.
- Team owner Wyc Grousbeck says there are no plans to rush Tatum back.
- Experts believe his continued involvement benefits his mindset.
