Tatum is seriously injured, Celtics dream of competing for the championship is shattered?

On May 15, Celtic star Tatum quickly underwent surgery after a ruptured right Achilles tendon. After the operation, he spoke out through social media for the first time and posted pictures of the successful operation. In the photo, he is in a good spirit, smiles and gives a thumbs up, with the caption "Thank you for everyone's love and support." His right foot is wrapped in thick gauze and needs to be fixed with heavy tools. He cannot walk independently in the short term.

This news was very popular, and it received more than 350,000 likes in half an hour. Many stars such as Durant, Doncic, Lillard, etc. left messages and blessings in the comment area. Curry left a message: "It will be better, my friend." Zhu Meng Green encouraged: "From the perspective of the story, you will become greater, and when you rebound and return, I will become more amazing, my brother." The scene of Tatum being injured is still vivid in my mind. With the last 3 minutes left in the Eastern Conference semifinals, the double-Tanhua pass made a mistake in receiving the ball. Tatum and Anunobi suffered a no-confrontation injury while saving the ball. He fell to the ground instantly, pounding the floor in pain, unable to stand alone. Slow motion shows that his right calf is obviously beating, which is a signal of a torn Achilles tendon. Afterwards, he left the venue with one foot with the help of the staff, and finally returned to the locker room in a wheelchair, covering his face in a frustrated manner. In this game, his data was frozen at 42 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals, but the Celtics lost to the Knicks 113-121, and fell behind 1-3 in total scores and was scored by the opponent to the match point.

Tatum's injury was like a bolt from the blue to the Celtics. During his absence in the regular season, the team lost 8 wins and 2 losses, but the opponents were generally weak and had little reference. Throughout the regular season, Tatum started 72 games for the team, averaging 26.8 points, 8.7 rebounds, 6 assists, 1.1 steals, and 3.5 three-point shooting. In the more competitive playoffs, his average number increased to 28.1 points, 11.5 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 2.1 steals, 3.6 three-point shooting, and 40.3 minutes at the top of the league.

Tatum, known as the "Legendary King of Killing", has not encountered serious injuries in the first 8 seasons of his career, but has suffered a severe blow this year's playoffs. Medical experts estimate that he will need to recover from 9-12 months, depending on the recovery situation. The worst result is that he will not be able to return next season. This injury not only affects the prospects of the Celtics' championship this season, but has instantly become the last chance to win the championship odds, one step away from being eliminated, but may also change the team's future direction.

Due to the league's labor-management agreement, the Celtics have triggered the second luxury tax line for many years. The new boss may have a new style. The team may make big moves in the offseason, and the existing lineup is facing disintegration. The 24-year championship-winning team may fall apart. Tatum just completed a five-year, $314 million contract renewal with the team last year, and it will officially take effect next season, which will also bring new problems to the team.

At this moment, thousands of fans wish Tatum all the best, hope that he can defeat his injuries as soon as possible, return to the arena healthily, and continue his basketball legend.