The NBA Insider Chris Haynes reached out to try to confirm Tatum’s plans. The NBA superstar reportedly made his it quite clear to Haynes that he desires to be back out on the floor much earlier than the 2026-2027 season.

Jayson Tatum was one of several Celtics who wore an off-white look for Wednesday's opener vs. the Philadelphia 76ers.

Tatum—and sources close to the NBA All-Star and his reported long-time girlfriend, Ella Mai — have never confirmed the couple is married. Despite fan interest and Internet rumors about the two, it's likely that they are happily and privately living life as a couple and co-parents to a toddler.

The Boston Celtics could be on the verge of one of the biggest shake-ups in franchise history. With Jayson Tatum sidelined for most, if not all, of the 2025-26 NBA season due to a severe Achilles injury,