Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum is recruiting Damian Lillard to join the franchise as an unrestricted free agent, according to The Boston Globe. Released earlier this summer by the Milwaukee Bucks, Lillard is reportedly open to signing this summer and the Celtics are one of three teams at the top of his potential list of suitors.

The Achilles injury that could sideline Damian Lillard until the 2026-27 season didn't stop him from receiving "dozens" of offers following the Milwaukee Bucks' decision to waive him, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

Celtics star Jayson Tatum is taking part in recruiting efforts with Lillard according to report from Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe. Like Lillard, Tatum is expected to miss most or all of next season recovering from a torn Achilles injury. Tatum and Lillard have a relationship after playing on Team USA Basketball together this decade.