Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum underwent surgery on Tuesday to repair a torn Achilles tendon in his right leg, an injury he sustained late in the fourth quarter of Game 4 during their second-round playoff series loss to the New York Knicks on Monday night.
The injury is a major blow to both Tatum and the Celtics, as he will miss the entire 2024–25 NBA season and now faces a lengthy and challenging rehabilitation process.
Despite the severity of the injury, the Celtics organization remains optimistic about his long-term outlook, expressing confidence that the 27-year-old forward will fully recover.
Tatum had been riding a wave of success before the injury. He played a pivotal role in leading the Celtics to the 2024 NBA championship, solidifying his status as one of the league’s elite players.
In recognition of his performance, Tatum signed a five-year, $314 million supermax extension during the offseason — the largest contract in NBA history.
Beyond his NBA accolades, Tatum also contributed to Team USA’s success, earning a gold medal last summer.
Since entering the league in 2017, he has logged more games – combining regular season and playoffs – than any other player in the NBA, a testament to his durability and consistent excellence.
He is also widely expected to be named to the All-NBA First Team for a fourth straight year, underscoring his impact on the court and continued dominance in the league.
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