BOSTON — The Boston Celtics announced Tuesday superstar forward Jayson Tatum underwent successful surgery following an injury late in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the New York Knicks.
Team officials say Tatum ruptured his right Achilles tendon and the surgery was a success.
There is currently no timetable for his return, but the team says he is expected to make a full recovery.
Jayson Tatum today underwent successful surgery to repair a ruptured right Achilles tendon. No timetable is currently available for his return, but he is expected to make a full recovery. Further updates will be provided when appropriate. pic.twitter.com/TTXziFtMQB
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) May 13, 2025
Celtics legend Cedric Maxwell calls the injury “devastating” for both Tatum and the franchise as a whole.
“You never want to see a guy go down like that,” Maxwell said outside TD Garden.
The two-time NBA champion said the injury would keep Tatum out about a full calendar year.
Regarding Game 5 against the Knicks at home, Maxwell said it will be tough for the Celtics.
“The Celtics dug themselves a hole early on by losing two games, losing last night, losing Jayson Tatum,” he said. “What else can go wrong?”
"What else can go wrong?" Celtics legend Cedric Maxwell gave his thoughts about Jayson Tatum's injury outside of TD Garden.
— Boston 25 News (@boston25) May 13, 2025
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