Jayson Tatum Tears Achilles in Game 4

Jayson Tatum Tears Achilles in Game 4

The Boston Celtics have fallen behind 3 – 1 to the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Semi-finals. While not an ideal place for the Celtics and their fans, it is particular that their current situation is the least of their worries. Jayson Tatum underwent surgery to repair a torn right Achilles tendon that he suffered in Game 4.

BREAKING: Boston Celtics All-NBA star Jayson Tatum underwent surgery to repair a torn right Achilles tendon. Catastrophic season-ending injury for one of the NBA's young faces and the Celtics, with a long rehab awaiting. pic.twitter.com/6dx2sNJbOT

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) May 13, 2025

Nearing the end of game 4 in New York, Celtics star forward Jayson Tatum sustained a significant non-contact lower-leg injury. The injury occurred as Tatum pushed off his back foot to chase a loose ball. He was assisted off the court and was later seen in a wheelchair, visibly upset. 

Before the injury, Tatum delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 42 points on 16-for-28 shooting, including seven threes, eight rebounds, four assists, four steals, and two blocks. Despite his efforts, the Celtics fell to the Knicks 121-113. 

Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla confirmed that Jayson Tatum would undergo an MRI to determine the extent of the injury, which was suspected to be an ankle or Achilles issue. In addition, the atmosphere in the Celtics’ locker room was somber, with the superstar teammate’s unknown status.

The injury cast doubt on Tatum’s availability for the remainder of the playoffs. Now facing elimination, the Celtics must regroup quickly as they prepare for Game 5 in Boston on Wednesday. Based on the current situation, this Celtics team can expect a very active offseason.

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Big Deuce

— LeBron James (@KingJames) May 13, 2025

Overwhelming support for Tatum has poured in from across the league, with players and fans expressing their hopes for a swift recovery. The Celtics now face the daunting task of overcoming a 3-1 series deficit without their most important player throughout these playoffs. Even with their best player on the floor, the Celtics have displayed a lackluster championship defense in this second-round series overall.

One can only hope this injury will be a bump in the road in Jayson Tatum’s career.

Get well soon.

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