Celtics announce promising update on Jayson Tatum’s sprained ankle

Jayson Tatum suffered an ankle injury on Monday night. (AP Photo/Sara Nevis)Jayson Tatum likely won’t take to the court Wednesday when the Boston Celtics take on the Phoenix Suns at PHX Arena.

But despite the image of Tatum crumpling to the floor in pain Monday night in Sacramento, the team offered a promising outlook on his long-term recovery timeline.

The Celtics officially listed Tatum as “doubtful” for Wednesday’s road matchup, just a few days after he suffered a left ankle sprain against the Kings. While his availability for Wednesday seems unlikely, that he was not outright ruled out stands as an encouraging sign for Tatum’s road back to the hardwood.

Tatum suffered his injury midway…