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Jayson Tatum recruiting Damian Lillard to join Celtics after release from Bucks, per report
SUFFOLK COUNTY, MASSACHUSETTS, JUL 13 – Jayson Tatum is pursuing nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard to join the Celtics on a multi-year deal despite both recovering from Achilles injuries and missing the 2025-26 season.
- On July 13, 2025, Jayson Tatum actively recruited Damian Lillard to join the Celtics, with Lillard now a free agent following his release by the Bucks to sign Myles Turner.
- Having both suffered Achilles injuries, Tatum and Lillard share a Team USA bond, and Boston’s roster flexibility allows room for Lillard’s signing.
- Leveraging the Bucks’ stretch provision, Boston can use the veteran minimum or $5.7 million mid-level exception to sign Lillard at a low cost, allowing time for recovery even if he misses the 2025-26 season.
- While the Lakers and Warriors pursued Lillard, the Celtics seem to have the advantage, and securing him would keep Boston’s championship window alive.
- Looking ahead to the 2026-27 season, Tatum expects to return alongside Lillard at full strength, potentially positioning Boston for another title run.
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RAWCHILIJayson Tatum trying to convince Damian Lillard to sign with Celtics
Jayson Tatum has been recruiting Damian Lillard to sign with the Boston Celtics in NBA free agency, as both stars will be rehabbing Achilles tears during the 2025-26 NBA season.
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