Tatum without a boot at Patriots camp: Progress after Achilles injury

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Jayson Tatum, star of the Boston Celtics, was seen at the New England Patriots practice on Wednesday.Tatum’s presence occurred in the joint training practice of the Patriots with the Washington Commanders.Tatum, who underwent surgery in May to repair the right Achilles tendon injury suffered in Boston’s loss in the Eastern Conference semifinals against the New York Knicks, was seen walking without a boot or splint.This is a positive sign for Tatum, who continues his rehabilitation, which is expected to keep him out of most, if not all, of the upcoming NBA season.During his appearance on Wednesday, Tatum mostly stayed on the sidelines, interacting with Patriots players and Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels.Several videos have been seen on social media of Tatum training in the gym at the Celtics’ practice facility.

In June, Boston’s president of basketball operations, Brad Stevens, commented that the All-Star was progressing well after surgery. However, when asked about whether the team had established a potential timeline for Tatum’s return, Stevens was clear that the star’s recovery process would not be rushed.