, in the NBA playoffs between the Celtics and the Knicks, Boston's core player Jayson Tatum fell to the ground due to a non-contact injury in the fourth quarter and was diagnosed with a torn right Achilles tendon after the game. The Boston Celtics released an official statement on Wednesday afternoon, confirming that Tatum had successfully undergone Achilles tendon repair surgery, but no specific timetable for his return has been given. This sudden serious injury has undoubtedly cast a heavy shadow on the team and the entire NBA league.

The Celtics official wrote in a statement: " Jayson Tatum successfully underwent surgery to repair a ruptured right Achilles tendon today. There is no specific return time at this time, but he is expected to make a full recovery. If there are further updates, they will be released in due course. " Although this statement indicates that Tatum can eventually recover, it also means that he will most likely miss the entire 2025-26 season.

Tatum was injured in Game 6 of the series against the Knicks. He suddenly fell to the ground while trying to chase an out-of-bounds ball in the fourth quarter. Replays showed that the injury was a typical non-contact injury, and the atmosphere at the scene fell silent for a while. Tatum held his right foot in pain and was helped off the court by his teammates and staff.

This injury is a major blow to both Tatum and the Celtics. As the absolute core of the team and a key figure in last year's championship, Tatum has always been known for his durability and high attendance rate. He is not only the spiritual leader of the Celtics, but also the core pillar of the team on both offense and defense. In the past few seasons, he has played in almost every game and has become the backbone of Boston's return to the championship.

Achilles tendon rupture is considered one of the most serious injuries for professional athletes. The recovery time is usually more than 9 to 12 months, and some players even have difficulty returning to their pre-injury level. Although Tatum's future career will not end here, it is still uncertain when he can return to his peak form.

This injury may also affect the Celtics' future team building plans. Although the current priority for the team and management is to support Tatum's recovery, the lineup adjustments, possible trades, and team rebuilding rhythm issues caused by the long-term absence of core players will all surface in the offseason.

The entire NBA basketball community feels sorry for Tatum's injury. From his high-level performance since entering the league to the glorious moment of leading the Celtics to the championship last year, Tatum has always been a role model in the hearts of fans and players. Now, " Player 0 " must temporarily leave the court, and fans can only hope that he will recover soon and return again to continue his own legend.

Although Tatum's future is full of uncertainty for the time being, his fighting spirit and ability will undoubtedly make people look forward to the day when he puts on a green jersey and steps onto the court again.