Jayson Tatum Meets Celtics Amid Achilles Injury Before Game 6 vs Knicks

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum suffered a season-ending ruptured right Achilles tendon during Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the New York Knicks, undergoing surgery and expected to miss at least nine months. Despite his injury, Tatum met with his teammates in New York ahead of the critical Game 6, providing moral support and encouragement. The Celtics, trailing 3-2 in the series, rallied behind veterans Jaylen Brown and Al Horford, who motivated the team to overcome the setback without making excuses. Boston responded with a commanding 127-102 win in Game 5, fueled by contributions from Derrick White, Brown, and others, keeping their hopes alive for a comeback from a 3-1 deficit. Tatum's leadership and presence off the court have been pivotal in maintaining team morale during this challenging period. The Celtics now face Game 6 at Madison Square Garden needing a victory to extend their postseason run.