Jayson Tatum Shows Significant Progress in Achilles Recovery, Scout Says He's 'Way Ahead'

Jayson Tatum is reportedly making impressive strides in his recovery from a ruptured right Achilles tendon, according to a basketball scout who observed him moving well without a walking boot at the Elite Camp in Las Vegas. The scout noted Tatum appeared "way ahead" of typical recovery timelines for such an injury, even though he wasn't yet jogging or running. This positive update follows Celtics president Brad Stevens' earlier remarks that Tatum was progressing at an "incredible" rate after his May 13 surgery. The Celtics have not yet set a timeline for his return to the court.