Jason Tatum
Mentioned in 74 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A Boston Celtics forward and superstar player who is currently recovering from an Achilles injury sustained in May 2025 using a speed bridge surgical technique. Podcast discussions center on his rehabilitation timeline, practice participation with the Maine Celtics G League team, and the critical impact his return could have on the team's championship viability and Eastern Conference standings. His integration back into the lineup alongside teammate Jalen Brown is a key topic of debate across NBA media.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Bill Simmons Podcast · May 15, 2026
Harden’s Moment, an NFL Schedule Glut, Owning the Jazz, and a Boston Sports Check-In—With Bryan Curtis, Bill’s Dad, and Ryan Smith
“Discussed regarding playoff performance and potential roster changes”
The Zach Lowe Show · May 7, 2026
Knicks Up 2-0! Plus, Spurs Even the Series, Lottery Thoughts, and Fake Trades!
“Co-star with Jalen Brown; combined $112M salary next year; relevant to extension and trade discussions”
The Zach Lowe Show · May 3, 2026
Sixers Advance! Embiid’s Dominance, Mazzulla Questions, and Knicks Preview.
“Celtics forward absent from Game 7 with left leg injury, impacting Boston's offensive options”
The Bill Simmons Podcast · May 1, 2026
Joker’s Out, and Boston Might Be Next. Plus, an MLB Cocktail Party and 'Survivor 50' With Rob Mahoney, Billy Gil, and Jason Concepcion.
“Potential leg injury in Game 6 loss to 76ers raises concerns about Game 7 availability and health”
First Take · Apr 16, 2026
Hour 1: Who was More Impressive in Win: Steph or Draymond?
“Discussed for Achilles injury recovery and return to form after missing 62 games in regular season”
First Things First · Apr 14, 2026
SGA vs. Michael Jordan, Play-In Preview, LaMelo Ball’s Hall-of-Fame level, King of the Hill
“Comeback story from injury; playing at all-star level as Celtics East favorites”
Nightcap · Apr 13, 2026
Nightcap Hour 3: DeMar DeRozan CLAPS BACK at Fan + Rory McIIroy WINS Back 2 Back MASTERS
“Discussed as already in top 10 money earners despite not being 30 years old; projected to earn over 1 billion in NBA salary”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 13, 2026
Nightcap Hour 3: DeMar DeRozan CLAPS BACK at Fan + Rory McIIroy WINS Back 2 Back MASTERS
“Discussed as already in top 10 for career earnings despite not being 30 years old”
Nightcap · Apr 11, 2026
Best of NFL News Part 2: Allen Iverson CALLING out the NBA STARS for LOAD MANAGEMENT
“Returning to Madison Square Garden after Achilles injury, expressing psychological concerns about venue”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 11, 2026
Best of NFL News Part 2: Allen Iverson CALLING out the NBA STARS for LOAD MANAGEMENT
“Returning to Madison Square Garden after tearing his Achilles tendon there, expressing concern about the venue”
First Things First · Apr 10, 2026
Knicks beat Celtics in Tatum’s return to MSG, Title Pie, Brou’s Ballot, Can LeBron carry the Lakers?
“Returned to MSG after Achilles injury (298 days recovery); played 40 minutes with 24 points, 13 rebounds in loss to Knicks”
First Take · Apr 10, 2026
Hour 2: Do the Knicks or Celtics Have the Edge in a Potential Playoff Rematch?
“Discussed his return to MSG after Achilles injury, performance limitations, and role as secondary option to Jaylen Brown”
First Take · Apr 10, 2026
Hour 1: Does Knicks Win Over Celtics Mean Anything With Jaylen Brown Sitting?
“Returned from Achilles injury with 16 double-doubles in 16 games; struggled in fourth quarter against Knicks”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Knicks KNOCK OFF Celtics in THRILLER + Rocket BEAT INJURED Sixers + Kayden McDonald JOINS Nightcap + Joel Embiid INJURIES +Anthony Davis’ MVP RANKINGS
“Celtics forward returning from Achilles injury, finished with 24 points, 13 rebounds, 8 assists in Knicks game”
Nightcap · Apr 10, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Knicks KNOCK OFF Celtics in THRILLER + Rocket BEAT INJURED Sixers + Kayden McDonald JOINS Nightcap + Joel Embiid INJURIES +Anthony Davis’ MVP RANKINGS
“Celtics forward discussed for returning from injury and impact on team's playoff positioning”
First Things First · Apr 9, 2026
Thunder on ‘dynasty watch’ after clinching 1-seed, Ravens’ Super Bowl Window, BUD List
“Returning to Madison Square Garden for first time since Achilles tear; discussed as key to Celtics' championship hopes”
Waddle & Silvy · Apr 8, 2026
4/8: The Waddle & Silvy FAFO Show- Pt II
“Praised for rapid return from Achilles injury; cited as best NBA story of season”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 8, 2026
Swayman Struggles in Loss to Hurricanes // Giannis Antetokounmpo Celtics Rumors // Celtics Beat Hornets at TD Garden - 4/8 (Hour 1)
“Core Celtics star; would not be traded in Giannis deal; discussed as setting offensive tone”
First Take · Apr 8, 2026
Hour 1: Is There a Gap Between the Celtics and Everyone Else in the East?
“Discussed for Achilles recovery and impact on Celtics' Eastern Conference dominance”
First Things First · Apr 2, 2026
Victor Wembanyama scores 41 back-to-back, Raiders sign Kirk Cousins, Lakers vs. Thunder, BUD List
“Recently returned from injury; had triple-double against Heat; playoff implications discussed”
The Pat McAfee Show · Apr 2, 2026
PMS 2.0 1527 - Adam Schefter, Paul Skenes, Quentin Richardson, Mike Greenberg, & Bret Michaels
“Returning from injury with triple-double performances leading Celtics playoff push”
First Take · Apr 2, 2026
Hour 1: Trade Away
“Returned from Achilles injury, averaging 21/10, recorded first triple-double of season with 25/18/11”
Nightcap · Apr 2, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Celtics DESTROY the Heat + Make Washington Jr. JOINS Nightcap + Gary Owen CRACKS JOKES & Ocho OFFICIATES Wedding
“Celtics forward who recorded triple-double with 25 points, 18 rebounds, 11 assists after returning from injury.”
Club Shay Shay · Apr 2, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Celtics DESTROY the Heat + Make Washington Jr. JOINS Nightcap + Gary Owen CRACKS JOKES & Ocho OFFICIATES Wedding
“Recorded triple-double (25 pts, 18 reb, 11 ast) after returning from injury; key to Celtics' contention”
First Take · Apr 1, 2026
Hour 1: Bigger Deal: Lakers Win Streak or Knicks Losing Streak?
“Returned from Achilles injury 200+ days ahead of typical recovery timeline; scored 32 points recently.”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 27, 2026
Celtics Most Consequential Win Of Year? + Adam Silver Takes a Major Stand
“Celtics forward in ninth game back from injury; high usage rate indicates effort to regain pre-injury form by playoffs.”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 25, 2026
Giannis & Bucks At Odds Again & Wemby Makes Claim For MVP + Evaluating Tatum
“Returning from 10-month Achilles injury; usage rate back to pre-injury levels; ramp-up timeline critical”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 20, 2026
Cade Injury Make East Wide Open? + Did Bucks Wait Too Long To Trade Giannis?
“Analyzed for improved three-point shooting and overall performance in recent games”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 13, 2026
5 Biggest Questions For Knicks Playoff Chances + Believe In Magic Hot Streak? & State Of Boston With Tatum's Return
“Discussed extensively regarding injury recovery, return-to-play timeline, and playoff readiness”
First Things First · Mar 9, 2026
Ravens trade for Maxx Crosby, Chiefs sign Kenneth Walker, Wemby ‘best player in the world?’
“Celtics forward returned from Achilles injury in under 300 days; played 27 minutes in consecutive games”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 9, 2026
Tatum Return Make Boston Favorites? Wemby Passion Great For NBA + SGA’s Elite Scoring
“Boston Celtics star returning from 10-month Achilles injury, immediately impactful in first two games back”
Nightcap · Mar 9, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Wemby DOMINATES the Rockets + Jokic says Wemby will TAKE OVER the NBA + Lakers BEAT the Knicks without Bron + Jayson Tatum LOOKS GREAT vs Cavs + Pistons SELL vs Heat
“Boston Celtics forward returning from Achilles injury, scored 20 points in second game back”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 9, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Wemby DOMINATES the Rockets + Jokic says Wemby will TAKE OVER the NBA + Lakers BEAT the Knicks without Bron + Jayson Tatum LOOKS GREAT vs Cavs + Pistons SELL vs Heat
“Boston Celtics forward; returned from Achilles injury with 20 points in second game back”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 6, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Nuggets OUTLASTS the Lakers COMEBACK + LeBron BREAKS ALL-TIME FGs Record + Spurts BEATDOWN the Pistons + Trea Young MAKES Wizards DEBUT + Shams REPORTS Jayson Tatum WILL PLAY
“Celtics forward returning from Achilles injury, expected to play Friday against Mavericks”
Nightcap · Mar 6, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Nuggets OUTLASTS the Lakers COMEBACK + LeBron BREAKS ALL-TIME FGs Record + Spurts BEATDOWN the Pistons + Trea Young MAKES Wizards DEBUT + Shams REPORTS Jayson Tatum WILL PLAY
“Expected to return to Celtics against Mavericks after Achilles injury; subject of team leadership discussion with Jalen Brown”
First Things First · Mar 5, 2026
Bears trade D.J. Moore to Bills, Celtics ‘can win it all’ with Tatum returning, BUD List
“Boston Celtics star returning from Achilles injury; analyzed championship impact and recovery timeline”
Nightcap · Mar 5, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: Shai & Chet TAKE DOWN the Knicks + JJ Redick DOWNPLAYS CONFRONTATION With Luka + Celtics ANTICIPATING Jayson Tatum’s RETURN + Iso Joe AGREES with Max Kellerman that MJ could average 40-Point TRIPLE DOUBLE + Mr. Tendernism JOINS Nightcap
“Boston Celtics forward recovering from Achilles injury, anticipated to return within 10 months of injury”
First Things First · Mar 4, 2026
100 days until 2026 World Cup, Kyler Murray to be released, Chris Richards joins, King of the Hill
“Boston Celtics forward recovering from Achilles injury; expected return analyzed for chemistry impact”
Club Shay Shay · Mar 3, 2026
Nightcap Hour 1: CELTICS BLOW OUT BUCKS + ROCKETS BEAT WIZARDS + ZION SHUTS DOWN RUMORS + UNRIVALED SEMI FINALS + DUKE NUMBER 1 IN THE COUNTRY
“Boston Celtics star currently injured; team performing well without him, raising questions about return impact on rhythm”
Felger & Massarotti · Mar 2, 2026
Bruins and the NHL Trade Deadline // Email of the Day // The Final Word - 3/2 (Hour 4)
“Boston Celtics star criticized for producing a five-part documentary about his Achilles injury recovery”
Felger & Massarotti · Mar 2, 2026
Jayson Tatum’s Documentary // Patriots Offseason Spending // Lightning Round of Callers - 3/2 (Hour 3)
“Boston Celtics star whose Achilles injury documentary is primary focus of criticism and analysis”
Felger & Massarotti · Mar 2, 2026
Is Marco Sturm Frustrated with Jeremy Swayman? // Jayson Tatum’s Return from Achilles Surgery // Celtics Beat 76ers at TD Garden - 3/2 (Hour 2)
“Celtics star player recovering from Achilles surgery, featured in dramatic documentary about injury and return timeline”
First Take · Mar 2, 2026
Hour 1: More Concerned with Spurs or Confident in Knicks?
“Boston Celtics star returning from injury; viewed as game-changing factor for playoff run”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Mar 2, 2026
Wemby & Spurs Not Playoff Ready? Concerned About Jokic? + Dort Foul Reaction & Watch Out For Hornets
“Celtics star recovering from torn Achilles; numerology speculation about March 14 return date”
Felger & Massarotti · Feb 27, 2026
Bruins Beat Blue Jackets in Return from Olympic Break // Marcelo Mayer and the Red Sox Lineup // MLB’s New ABS System - 2/27 (Hour 1)
“Celtics first-team All-NBA player returning from injury to manage Jalen Brown's workload”
First Take · Feb 27, 2026
Hour 2: Should OKC Worry About the Spurs?
“Boston Celtics star whose return from injury is critical variable for Eastern Conference Finals contention”
Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective · Feb 27, 2026
Pistons Not Satisfied Yet + KD On Team USA’s Future & Jokic Is Looking Human??
“Boston Celtics star; likely holdover for 2028 Olympics; benched in 2024 Paris Olympics”
Felger & Massarotti · Feb 26, 2026
NFLPA Players Survey Leaks // Email of the Day // The Final Word - 2/26 (Hour 4)
“Celtics star potentially returning from injury; his integration with Jalen Brown's system debated”
First Things First · Feb 26, 2026
Spurs on 10-game winning streak, Jaylinn Hawkins joins the show, BUD List, Bills S.B.o.B?
“Celtics star whose Achilles injury is central to debate about team's championship viability without him”
Felger & Massarotti · Feb 26, 2026
Celtics Fall to Nuggets in Denver // Will Jayson Tatum Return this Season? - 2/26 (Hour 3)
“Boston Celtics star recovering from Achilles injury; central debate about whether he should return this season”