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Jayson Tatum expected to log heavy minutes for Celtics next season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 7:09 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Jayson Tatum expected to log heavy minutes for Celtics next season

Summary

As the 2026-27 NBA season approaches, Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is projected to play an average of 36 minutes per game, per team insider Jay Kings. Coming off a torn Achilles injury, Tatum returned in March and showed strong performances, averaging 21.8 points, 10 rebounds, and 5.3 assists during the last season. Despite concerns for his health, the Celtics appear to be willing to increase his workload. Tatum, who has played a significant role in the team's past successes, will be looking to regain his peak performance as he enters his 10th NBA season.

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Status Watch

•Tatum averaged 33 minutes per game last season post-injury.
•His performance included 40 minutes in a playoff game just over a month after returning.
•Boston finished the previous season with a 56-26 record.
•The Celtics lost in the first round of the playoffs after leading 3-1.
•Tatum looks to bounce back after a successful rehab period.

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7:09 PMYahoo Sports — Celtics’ Jayson Tatum projected to get big minutes workload next season, per insider

What they're saying

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Jayson Tatum has a big season waiting for him when the 2026-27 NBA campaign gets underway for the Boston Celtics. One team insider even expects to carry a big minutes workload as the next step in his complete injury recovery.…
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