Gordon Hayward has taken a significant step forward in his recovery from the devastating leg injury he suffered on opening night. According to ESPN, the Boston Celtics star has resumed jogging on the court, signaling progress in his rehabilitation. While team officials remain cautious, Hayward himself hasn’t ruled out the possibility of returning before the season ends. For fans keeping tabs through Crickex Sign Up, this development sparks renewed hope.

Hayward’s personal trainer, Jason Smeathers, confirmed the milestone on Twitter, stating that Hayward had returned to the court for light jogging as planned. The Players’ Tribune also posted a video of the session, showing Hayward moving with noticeable agility and no visible discomfort. Before hitting the hardwood, he had already spent extensive time running on an anti-gravity treadmill, gradually reintroducing body weight to his injured ankle.

The injury occurred during the Celtics’ season opener, when Hayward suffered a gruesome fracture to his left tibia and a dislocation of his left ankle. The incident led to immediate surgery and an indefinite recovery timeline. Thankfully, the surgery was a success, and his rehabilitation has gone remarkably well. From shooting in a wheelchair shortly after surgery to practicing stationary jump shots once he could bear partial weight, Hayward has shown determination every step of the way.

Now that he’s begun jogging, his recovery has entered a new phase. Celtics head coach Brad Stevens has repeatedly tempered expectations, saying there are no plans for Hayward to return this season. However, the forward remains quietly optimistic. In a recent interview, he said, “The hope of coming back this season has always been there, but honestly, I don’t want to get my hopes too high. I’ve been training hard to make it happen, but if it doesn’t work out, so be it.”

Hayward, 6-foot-8 and 28 years old, was drafted ninth overall by the Utah Jazz and grew into an All-Star during his time there. Last summer, he signed a four-year, $128 million deal with the Celtics, reuniting with his college coach Brad Stevens. The Crickex Sign Up community has followed his journey closely, and this latest update gives Boston fans and NBA watchers alike something to look forward to.

As the season nears its end, all eyes are on Hayward’s continued progress. Whether or not he makes it back to the court in time for the playoffs, his grit and commitment have already made him an inspiration to many. For those monitoring the Celtics’ outlook on Crickex Sign Up, Hayward’s return could be the X-factor they didn’t expect.