Barring a massive drop in the Eastern Conference standings, the Celtics are going to make the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Nothing is guaranteed at this time, but Tatum is considering a change of course, according to NBA Insider, Chris Haynes. "Tatum even told me, personally, months back, that he was returning at some point. Sources informed me that the situation has changed, and now it is up in the air if he’s going to return or not." The Celtics have fared well without Tatum on the court, being led by the multi-time All-Star, Jaylen Brown.