Jayson Tatum Joins Duke Staff as Chief Basketball Officer Amidst Achilles Recovery

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum will serve as Duke's Chief Basketball Officer, a new volunteer advisory role for his alma mater. This position involves sharing basketball knowledge and providing guidance on development, leadership, and athlete life. This new commitment comes as Tatum recovers from a ruptured Achilles injury sustained in the playoffs, which is expected to sideline him for the early part of the 2025-26 NBA season. The injury contributed to the Celtics' Eastern Conference semifinals loss to the New York Knicks. Despite the setback, his recovery is reportedly progressing well, and Tatum has not ruled out a return during the upcoming season. He is also ranked as the #17 small forward in fantasy basketball dynasty leagues.