Close Friend Details Injured Jayson Tatum’s Text to Celtics Locker Room in Game 5

The Boston Celtics faced a terrifying challenge after losing their star player, Jayson Tatum, to a ruptured Achilles tendon in Game 4 against the New York Knicks. Despite the setback, the team rallied in Game 5, securing a decisive 127–102 win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Derrick White, stepping up in Tatum’s absence, emphasized the team’s unity and focus. “We came in yesterday, watched film, and kind of looked each other in the eye as ready to go,” White said, pointing out the collective energy.

But what’s happening in Boston now? That’s more than just a reaction to an injury. It’s a team looking each other in the eye and deciding they weren’t done. Not yet.

White also shared his personal reaction to Tatum’s injury, expressing support for his teammate. “I texted him… just tell him that we believe in him and know that he’s going to have a great comeback from this setback,” he stated.

Tatum underwent successful surgery on May 13 and is expected to miss the remainder of the playoffs, with his return for the next season uncertain. The Celtics’ Game 5 performance proved their flexibility, but the road ahead still remains challenging as they prepare for Game 6 without their leading scorer. What happens next? Keep an eye out here to find out, folks.

(This is a developing story…)

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