Jayson Tatum tore Achilles in Game 4 loss to Knicks, underwent season-ending surgery, Celtics say

The Boston Celtics entered this year's NBA playoffs with the top seed in the Eastern Conference. But the Celtics will have to overcome a 3-1 series deficit if the team is to keep hopes of defending its NBA title alive.

The New York Knicks' 121-113 victory on Monday night pushed the reigning champions to the brink of elimination. But much of the postgame discussion centered around the health of Celtics star Jayson Tatum. 

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The six-time NBA All-Star fell to the Madison Square Garden hardwood with just under three minutes remaining in Game 4. 

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