Boston Celtics assign Jayson Tatum to practice with Maine Red Claws

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is making progress in his Achilles injury rehab. He was recently assigned to participate in parts of the Maine Celtics’ practice at the Auerbach Center, which is a positive step forward. This news comes after Tatum began 5-on-5 workouts, indicating that he is getting closer to a return.

Tatum, along with Celtics guard Hugo Gonzalez and center Amari Williams, will be taking part in this practice session. While there is no specific timeline for Tatum’s return to the court, this development is a good sign for his recovery process. Further updates on his status will be provided as needed.

Despite Tatum’s absence, the Celtics have been performing well this season with a 34-19 record, tied for second place in the Eastern Conference standings. Tatum has been sidelined since Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals last season due to his Achilles injury.

Fans are hopeful that Tatum will be back on the court soon, especially since he has expressed a desire to make his return at TD Garden. With only two home games left in February, including one against the Brooklyn Nets on February 27, the window for Tatum’s return this month is narrowing.

The Celtics will play the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday before the All-Star break, so stay tuned for updates on Tatum’s progress. This positive news is a promising sign for Celtics fans eagerly awaiting Tatum’s return to the court.