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Jayson Tatum has stuck around Boston throughout the summer as he continues to rehab his ruptured Achilles tendon.

The Boston Celtics star is just under two months removed from surgery to repair a ruptured Achilles tendon he suffered in a May 13 playoff game against the New York Knicks. And while most Americans were enjoying a relaxing July 4 weekend, Tatum was attacking his rehab — both in the gym and in the pool.

Achilles injuries present a significant challenge for athletes, whether they are weekend warriors or professionals at the pinnacle of their careers.

Lillard and Tatum tore their Achilles tendons during the 2025 playoffs, drawing comparisons to Durant's infamous injury years prior

Tatum were beginning to emerge as dominant figures in the NBA during the regular season, but then came the postseason-and with it, unfortunately, injuries. Both players suffered A

Jayson Tatum, recovering from an Achilles tendon tear sustained during the playoffs against the New York Knicks, recently revealed a new forearm tatto

Brad Stevens said that Jayson Tatum's Achilles injury did not factor in the Celtics' decision to overhaul its roster.