Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has yet to make a definitive decision about returning from his Achilles injury at some point during the 2025-26 season. Tatum told ESPN that he “wants to get it right the first time, so it’s just a lot to think about,” when asked about his potential return this season. Jayson Tatum Injury UpdateESPN’s update lines up with Tatum’s recent comments on “The Pivot” podcast, where he expressed concerns about a premature return from an injury that typically sidelines athletes for at least 12 months. Tatum, who tore his Achilles tendon last May, is still only eight months removed from the catastrophic injury“That’s something I contemplate every day,” Tatum said of a Celtics return. In Tatum’s absence, the Celtics (29-18) have remained extremely competitive, even though they suffered a 117-106 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday.