Tatum Returns, Boosting Celtics' Playoff Threat

0:00Welcome to NBA News Today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NBA fans, hits subscribe and stay connected. Jason Tatum of the Boston Celtics is back on the court tonight against the Dallas Mavericks. He tore his right Achilles tendon nearly 10 months ago during game 4 of the playoffs against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden last. May. This marks his first game since that tough injury. The Celtics have thrived without him this season, holding second place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 41 wins and 21. Losses. Jalen Brown stepped up big time to lead the team, keeping them among the top squads in the East. Nickstar Jalen Brunson shared kind words about Tatum during shoot around this morning. He mentioned first thinking it was just a rolled ankle back then. Brunson called Tatum a good person, a hard worker, and one of the league's best, saying he's glad to see him return after knowing him for years. Tatum back, even with a minute's limited first, Rams of Boston's firepower right before the playoffs.

1:00They were already a handful, but now they're an even bigger threat. For the Knicks, locked in their own Eastern Conference Battle, this hits close to home. A postseason clash with a full string Celtic squad could test New York, especially with Brunson facing off against his respected rival. Appreciation to our sponsor for backing this episode. When you want calm, do not reach for your phone. Stay back and listen.