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Jayson Tatum Shines in Comeback, Celtics Defeat Mavericks

3/9/2026

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Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics returned to the team after a 10-month absence due to an Achilles injury.
He made his season debut against the Dallas Mavericks, scoring 15 points and grabbing 12 rebounds in a 120-100 Celtics victory.
He described the mental challenges during recovery, despite being physically cleared in February.
He stated, "I've worked relentlessly to get back to myself."

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Story summary

Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics returned to the team after a 10-month absence due to an Achilles injury.
He made his season debut against the Dallas Mavericks, scoring 15 points and grabbing 12 rebounds in a 120-100 Celtics victory.
He described the mental challenges during recovery, despite being physically cleared in February.
He stated, "I've worked relentlessly to get back to myself."