The Boston Celtics suffered a bitter ending to their NBA season with a surprising elimination at the hands of the New York Knicks. Beyond the shocking result, the team endured an even more devastating blow — the loss of star forward Jayson Tatum to injury in the final game of their playoff run.

In the fourth quarter of Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, the six-time All-Star ruptured his right Achilles tendon and had to be helped off the court. The injury not only ended his postseason campaign but also cast a shadow over the Celtics’ immediate future heading into a pivotal offseason.

Tatum’s availability for the 2025–26 season remains uncertain, as Achilles injuries typically require a lengthy and delicate recovery. There is no official timeline for his return, and while Boston

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