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Jan 23, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (11) celebrates his three point shot against Brooklyn Nets forward Ziaire Williams (1) during the first overtime at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The Celtics will need all the scoring they can get against one of the NBA's best defenses, but they will be without one of their best shot-creators.

Mar 2, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) brings the ball up the court against Milwaukee Bucks in the second half at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

White was always expected to be one of the beneficiaries of Tatum getting back on the floor, and the early signs point to that being the case.

Mar 8, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson (20) during the first half at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Tatum's mother surprised him by showing up for his game in Cleveland, and Tatum continued to show off his progress, while understanding there's more frustration, and more to accomplish ahead.

Mar 8, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (11) celebrates after hitting a three point basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Jayson Tatum scored 20 and Jaylen Brown 23 to lead the Celtics past the Cleveland Cavaliers and sweep all three games between the two East rivals. Payton Pritch

Mar 6, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) warms up before their game against the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Tatum has had a great support system, but one person among all the family, friends, and Celtics staff has stood out as the most critical to him returning when he did.

Mar 6, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) gives a hug to head coach Joe Mazzulla as he comes out of the game during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Mazzulla and Tatum shared an embrace as he stepped off the floor, just part of an emotional night for Tatum, his coach, and his teammates

Feb 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Boston Celtics center Nikola Vucevic (4) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Celtics announced Vučević underwent ORIF surgery to repair his right ring finger, which could help him get back onto the court in a few weeks.

Mar 6, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) and forward Jayson Tatum (0) watch the Jumbotron during the second quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Tatum's return was obviously the big story, but Jaylen Brown had a very good game that deserves a little bit of shine.

Mar 6, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) smiles at Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) while being congratulated by guard Payton Pritchard (11) during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Tatum had gone nearly 300 days since playing in an NBA game, and despite his early rust, his return to action was exactly what he needed.

Mar 1, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics center Nikola Vucevic (4) dribbles down the court defended by Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond (1) during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

Nikola Vucevic was struggling to find his flow with the Celtics, and now an injury setback will give him very limited time to fix it.

May 5, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) and forward Jayson Tatum (0) warm up before the start of game one of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

While some want to speculate on how things will work between Tatum and Brown now that Tatum is back, Brown says it's not an issue.

Apr 29, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) reacts after a three point basket by Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) (not pictured) against the Orlando Magic in the third quarter during game five of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Yes, this is the next step in his rehab process, but it's clear that his first game back is almost more ceremonial than anything else.

Apr 27, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) reacts after beating the Orlando Magic in game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Tatum's expected return Friday night against Dallas isn't the end of his rehab, it's the next step.

Oct 27, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum reacts during introductions during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

After a few weeks of publicly ramping up, it appears Jayson Tatum is about to return, even though nothing is official yet.

Apr 12, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) talks with former teammate Charlotte Hornets forward Grant Williams (2) in the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Grant Williams is close with Tatum, and his recent conversations reveal where Tatum's head is as he seems close to a return.

Mar 4, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) controls the ball while Boston Celtics guard Hugo Gonzalez (28) defends during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

The Celtics missed a lot of layups but also got nothing from a lot of players who had been great all season long.

Mar 4, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) controls the ball while Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) defends during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

None of the things that normally keep the Celtics in a game happened here, which led to their worst loss of the season.

Oct 24, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jayson Tatum, center, looks on during the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

There are understandable concerns that Jayson Tatum is pushing to come back sooner rather than later, but it should be clear that he's returning at the right time.

Mar 1, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) reacts during the second half against the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

Many athletes will tell you that as much as love and support from home fans feels good, silence and anger from opposing fans might be more satisfying.

Dec 2, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) blocks a shot by Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

White might not be shooting well this season, but his overall impact is undeniable, especially when you look at these metrics.

Feb 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Boston Celtics guard Hugo Gonzalez (28) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Young Boston Celtics rookie has a lot to figure out, but every once in a while he has flashes that show future greatness, even if those things aren't immediately evident.

Jan 30, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Hugo Gonzalez (28) during the second quarter against the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

The rookie got his third start for the shorthanded Celtics, who were missing Jaylen Brown and Neemias Queta, and he rewarded them with an incredible night.

Feb 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Boston Celtics injured forward Jayson Tatum against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The episode shows Tatum's surgeon six weeks into the recovery with glowing words about the potential for Tatum to come back.

Oct 28, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (7) drives to the basket defended by Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

The Celtics are going through a very tough part of their schedule right now. Not only are they heading to Milwaukee for their fifth game in seven nights, it’s

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