US EditionInjuries are becoming the story of the NBA playoffs. And not even the game's stars are safe
- Jayson Tatum of the defending Boston Celtics was wheeled off the court on Monday night after suffering a right Achilles tendon tear, likely ending his season and affecting next year.
- This injury, along with hamstring and ankle issues to Stephen Curry and Donovan Mitchell respectively, adds to the growing list of star player injuries impacting this postseason.
- Other notable injuries include Damian Lillard's Achilles tear, LeBron James's knee sprain in the Lakers' final game, and several big-name players sidelined or limited throughout the season due to various ailments.
- Tatum put up a remarkable performance for the Celtics on Monday, recording 42 points along with eight boards, four assists, four steals, and two blocks before leaving the game—a combination of stats never before achieved in the team’s history. Bucks coach Doc Rivers commented that dealing with injuries is an inevitable part of life in the NBA.
- These injuries present significant challenges for teams in the playoffs and suggest key players may miss extended time, forcing roster adaptations and raising concerns about their futures.
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The Billings Gazette
Injuries becoming story of playoffs
These are the NBA playoffs of survival, where not even the stars are safe. The latest blow to this postseason: Jayson Tatum was wheeled off Monday, his season with the defending champion Boston Celtics over due to a right Achilles…
Associated Press News
Injuries are becoming the story of the NBA playoffs. And not even the game's stars are safe
These are the NBA playoffs of survival, where not even the stars are safe. The latest huge blow to this postseason: Jayson Tatum was wheeled off Monday night, with every preliminary indication there being that he won’t be around to finish this season with the defending champion Boston Celtics.
The Tribune
Injuries are becoming the story of the NBA playoffs. And not even the game’s stars are safe
These are the NBA playoffs of survival, where not even the stars are safe. The latest huge blow to this postseason: Jayson Tatum was wheeled off Monday night, with every preliminary indication there being that he won’t be around to finish this season with the defending champion Boston Celtics. Golden State’s Stephen Curry may run out of time before his injured hamstring allows him to play again. Cleveland’s Donovan Mitchell is dealing with an an…
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