What is the case for bringing on Lillard given his long recovery ahead of a torn Achilles, given Tatum is already dealing with the same injury?

LeBron James Idea Ties Knicks to Offseason Splash Move Lillard was waived and stretched by the Milwaukee Bucks after they signed Myles Turner. He will be paid handsomely over the next five years by the Bucks.

The Celtics were linked as a possible suitor for Damian Lillard shortly after the Bucks bought him out of his contract.

Jayson Tatum shared a new update on his Achilles rehab, showing himself putting in work in the pool as he continues making steady progress toward his return.

Although those two probably won’t be enough to keep Boston in contention next season, that could all change when Jayson Tatum joins those two on the floor again in 2026-27. Recently, Tatum gave a peek into his recovery from the torn Achilles that ended his season in the second round against the New York Knicks.