Overview
- Tatum led Boston to a 147-129 win in Miami with 25 points, 18 rebounds and 11 assists less than 11 months after rupturing his right Achilles.
- After the game he said Klay Thompson urged him to give himself more grace during the ups and downs of an Achilles return, and he said he tries even though he still gets frustrated.
- Since rejoining the lineup, he is averaging 21.3 points, 9.8 rebounds and 4.8 assists over 12 games on 40% shooting overall, 32% from three and 82% at the line.
- His role is growing under medical guidance, with 34.9 minutes per game over his last three after strict limits early in his return.
- Recent form has ticked up, with 25.5 points per game and 38% three-point shooting over his last five, and he said simply being able to contribute feels like a big win after fearing he might miss the season.