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Jayson Tatum Offers Support To NBA Champion After Achilles Injury
TL;DR
Jayson Tatum expressed support for Donte DiVincenzo after he suffered a torn Achilles tendon during a playoff game. Tatum can relate, having experienced a similar injury last year.
Key points
- Jayson Tatum supports Donte DiVincenzo after his injury
- DiVincenzo tore his Achilles tendon during a playoff game
- Tatum experienced a similar injury last year
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Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum
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Jayson Tatum can unfortunately relate to what Donte DiVincenzo experienced on Saturday.
DiVincenzo tore his right Achilles tendon in the Minnesota Timberwolves' Game 4 playoff win over the Denver Nuggets. The gutting injury occurred nearly a year after Tatum suffered the same fate during the 2025 playoffs.
Tatum discussed DiVincenzo's Achilles injury after leading the Boston Celtics to a 128-96 win over the Philadelphia 76ers with 30 points, 11 assists and seven rebounds.
"It was tough seeing that," Tatum said on Sunday, via the NBA on Prime. "I never want anybody to go through that injury and what's to come in the rehab process."
While they don't have a personal relationship off the court, Tatum plans on contacting DiVincenzo. The 29-year-old underwent surgery in New York on Sunday.
Q&A
What happened to Donte DiVincenzo during the playoff game?
Donte DiVincenzo tore his right Achilles tendon during the Minnesota Timberwolves' Game 4 playoff win over the Denver Nuggets.
How does Jayson Tatum relate to Donte DiVincenzo's injury?
Jayson Tatum relates to Donte DiVincenzo's injury because he suffered a torn Achilles tendon himself during the 2025 playoffs.
What impact does an Achilles injury have on an NBA player's career?
An Achilles injury can significantly impact an NBA player's career, often requiring long recovery times and potentially affecting their performance upon return.
