Jayson Tatum’s Achilles Rupture Ends Celtics Season

Jayson Tatum’s Achilles rupture has ended his season, with successful surgery sidelining him for at least nine months and casting doubt on the Boston Celtics' future. The Celtics now trail the New York Knicks 3-2 in the Eastern Conference Semifinals and must regroup without their star player. Tatum's injury has intensified debate about the NBA’s demanding schedule, as multiple playoff injuries—including those to Damian Lillard—raise concerns among analysts. Knicks star Jalen Brunson expressed support for Tatum, underscoring his importance to the league. The Knicks are under pressure to secure their first Eastern Conference Finals berth since 2000, while some commentators believe Boston now holds a psychological edge despite Tatum’s absence. Tatum’s loss is widely regarded as a significant blow to the NBA and its fans.