Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum is set to make his highly anticipated return to New York City's Madison Square Garden, a venue he's avoided since suffering a devastating Achilles injury last season. The 25-year-old forward's reluctance to face the Knicks stems from the painful memories of his injury, which occurred during a Celtics-Knicks matchup in February 2023. Now, with his team in need of a boost, Tatum is preparing to take on the Knicks in a crucial Eastern Conference matchup. As he steps back onto the Garden's iconic court, Tatum will be looking to silence the doubters and prove his readiness for the playoffs.
Celtics' Jayson Tatum reluctantly preparing for 1st trip to New York since Achilles injury NBC Boston
