Jayson Tatum Reacts to Missing Celtics’ Game 7 With ‘Unfortunate’ Injury
Jayson Tatum missed Game 7 of the Celtics' first-round playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers due to knee stiffness, watching from the bench as his team faced elimination. Despite helping Boston build a 3-1 series lead, Tatum acknowledged the injury was likely inevitable after returning from a torn Achilles and 10-month absence. The Celtics ultimately lost the series, but the decision to rest him was seen as a cautious move to protect his long-term health.
- ▪Jayson Tatum missed Game 7 due to knee stiffness, a precautionary measure after recovering from a torn Achilles tendon.
- ▪He played in the first six games of the series, averaging 23.3 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 6.8 assists.
- ▪Tatum returned to play 16 regular-season games after 10 months away from basketball due to injury and rehab.
- ▪He described the timing of the knee issue as unfortunate but somewhat expected given his recent return to full play.
- ▪The Celtics lost the series to the 76ers after holding a 3-1 lead, with Tatum sidelined for the decisive game.
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By Matthew CoudenContributing WriterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Celtics held a 3-1 lead over the Philadelphia 76ers, which soon became a 3-2 lead, and then a tied series, heading back to Boston, and most fans believe it shouldn't have ever gone to Game 7.However, it did, and the Celtics had to play a full-powered 76ers squad as Jayson Tatum could only watch his teammates and offer support from the sidelines.
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