Not only did the Boston Celtics lose to the New York Knicks Monday to fall to within one game of elimination from the NBA playoffs, they also lost Jayson Tatum to a lower-leg injury. Which means he may not be around to help them fight back from the 3-1 series deficit.

May 12, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) dribbles up court in front of New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) in the second half during game four of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images / Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images