Basketball fans around the world are shocked and heartbroken by the news of superstar Jayson Tatum’s serious injury, which occurred just an hour ago in a pivotal game in the 2025 NBA Playoffs. The incident occurred when Tatum was playing at his best, but a strong collision caused him to collapse on the court, holding his leg in pain. Medical staff immediately rushed to the court and performed emergency treatment, but the situation was not very optimistic.

Shortly after, the Boston Celtics medical team confirmed that Jayson Tatum suffered a serious knee injury, specifically a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) – one of the most serious and difficult to recover from injuries for a professional basketball player. The team released a devastating official statement: “From this moment on, Jayson Tatum’s basketball career will never be the same. This is a heartbreaking moment not only for him, but for the team and all Celtics fans.”

The injury could keep Tatum out of action for at least 12 months – meaning he will miss the entire next season and may never return to his previous peak form. This raises a big question mark for the future of the Boston Celtics, who are placing huge expectations on their star player in their championship campaign.

Tatum, 27, is at the peak of his career, having just finished the regular season averaging 28.4 points, 8.7 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game. He has been a symbol of the Celtics’ recovery and rise in recent years, and is considered one of the most talented players of the current generation.

On social media, a series of NBA stars such as LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Luka Dončić sent words of encouragement to Tatum. Netizens also shared photos and videos of his glorious moments with the hashtag #PrayForTatum, expressing regret and concern.

Currently, the Celtics coaching staff is having to quickly make tactical changes to cope with the absence of this pillar for the rest of the Playoffs. Although the team’s spirit is heavily affected, head coach Joe Mazzulla still affirmed: “We will fight for Tatum. This is the time for the team to prove our collective strength.”

While fans continue to pray for a miracle, the harsh reality remains: the 2025 NBA season may have witnessed a fateful turning point – not only for the Celtics, but also for Jayson Tatum’s career.