Celtics' Brad Stevens Provides Major Update on Jayson Tatum

The Boston Celtics are undergoing significant roster changes this offseason, losing four key players from the past two seasons due to financial constraints, a situation that has been challenging for fans despite its predictability. A last-minute addition to their Summer League roster is highlighted as a potential offseason steal.

Star forward Jayson Tatum will be absent for most or all of the 2025-26 season while recovering from an Achilles injury sustained in the second round of the 2025 playoffs against the New York Knicks, an injury that derailed their championship hopes. Celtics president Brad Stevens provided an encouraging update, stating Tatum is improving daily and rehabilitating diligently, emphasizing his competitive nature.

Tatum's injury severely diminishes the team's title contention prospects for the upcoming season. Jaylen Brown is set to lead the offense, with support from players like Derrick White and Payton Pritchard, but this may not be sufficient for genuine championship contention or even strong competition in the Eastern Conference.

Last season, Tatum delivered a standout performance, averaging 26.8 points, 8.7 rebounds, 6.0 assists, and 1.1 steals per game over 72 games. Additionally, the Celtics' $285 million contract has been named one of the worst in the NBA, and a major free agent acquisition has revealed his reasons for choosing Boston.