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The Boston Celtics were the top seed of the Eastern Conference and took part in this year’s NBA playoffs. But the Celtics need to be overcome 3-1 series red To maintain hope that the team will use and defend the NBA title.
New York Knicks’ A 121-113 victory on Monday night pushed the reigning champion to the brink of elimination. But much of the post-match debate centers around the health of Celtic star Jason Tatum.
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Boston Celtics forward Jason Tatum will be backed from the court on Monday. (Vincent Carchietta-Immagn image)
The sixth-in-time NBA All-Star fell into the hardwoods at Madison Square Garden with just under three minutes left in Game 4.
The Pacers build a 41-point halftime lead and Rout Cavs 129-109 for the 3-1 series lead
Speculation quickly began to swirl that Tatum had injured his Achilles.
Tuesday, The Celtics confirmed The star ruptured his right Achilles tendon. The team also announced that TATUM had undergone medical procedures to repair the torn tendon.
Jason Tatum gets attention after being injured. (Elsa/Getty Images)
Celtics He explained that Tatum’s surgery was a “successful” but warned that he had “no timetable” now for his return. The 27-year-old is expected to recover completely, according to the Celtics.
Tatum rushed towards the ball as he tried to regain the Celtics’ possessions at the 2:58 mark in the fourth quarter. He then appeared to be experiencing serious problems with his right leg before immediately calling a timeout.
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby will chase the ball as Boston Celtics forward Jason Tatum responds to an injury Monday. (Vincent Carchietta-Immagn image)
Tatum seemed to be in considerable pain as he lay in court and grabbed his leg. He stepped in later and left the court before sitting in a wheelchair.
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series They’ll return to Boston for Game 5 on Wednesday as the Celtics try to avoid elimination.
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