Tatum's comeback reshapes the East's balance
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Jayson Tatum returned from his Achilles injury to lead the Boston Celtics in his 2025-26 season debut, finishing with 15 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists in a win over the Dallas Mavericks, signaling a potential shift in Eastern Conference power dynamics as Celtics teammates and coaching staff praised the resilience and depth that could carry them into the playoffs, while questions about return tempo and durability linger.
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