New York Knicks temporarily suspend competition with Celtics, express concern over Jayson Tatum's health condition.
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🏀 Even though the Knicks managed to snatch Game 4 against the Celtics, the victory was marred by the heart-stopping injury Jayson Tatum endured.** This incident left both the Knicks players and their coach hoping for a swift recuperation for the Boston titan.
Post the nail-biting 121-113 win at the Madison Square Garden, the New York team members couldn't help but voice their concerns about their rival. "Hell, I was telling everyone to clear the court. I was like, it's not a time to celebrate," Jalen Brunson admitted.
As Tatum exited the court in a state of alarm, Brunson emphasized his well-wishes in the post-match conference. "Look, tonight was a matter of fervor and desperation. Knowing that we had an odds-defying opportunity against a truly formidable adversary," Brunson praised, sympathizing with his opponents.
The New York guard, who displayed a remarkable display of 39 points and 12 assists, even showed some love for the Celtics. "Look, I'll be honest—we're far from reaching our peak potential. We're still a relatively fresh team this season, and we've got miles to go before we become the powerhouse we can be," Brunson confirmed, with an eye on the upcoming game in Massachusetts.
With the series now 3-1 in their favor, JB understands that the Knicks aren't at their zenith. "We've got so much to learn yet. We're never satisfied, and that's our mindset," the 28-year-old reiterated, acknowledging the challenges that await them in the next encounter.
However, there was indeed a lot to celebrate, as four Knicks players tasted the elation of scoring at least 20 points. Despite a slow start, the All-Star mustered up an 18-point contribution in the final quarter. "There was a whole lot of confusion," teammate Mikal Bridges explained.
"Later on in the game, we started finding our groove, and they were drilling some pretty tough shots. We can accept that. But to let them get going that early, that's indefensible," Bridges then added, highlighting how the Celtics caught fire with a 9 out of 14 three-point success in the first quarter, scoring a whopping 39 points.
Although a detailed recovery timeline wasn't provided, it's evident that Tatum will likely miss the entire 2025-26 regular season and the Celtics might pin their hopes on his returns in the postseason, should they qualify. Keep an eye on this epic rivalry as it unfolds! 💥🏀💪
- Despite their victory in Game 4, the Knicks remain cautious about the NBA finals, as Jayson Tatum's recovery is crucial for the Celtics.
- Jalen Brunson, who delivered a stellar performance with 39 points and 12 assists, acknowledged the Celtics' formidable prowess in sports, expressing his sympathy for Tatum's injury and the team's current situation.
- With Tatum likely to miss the entire 2025-26 regular season, the focus shifts to the Celtics' postseason prospects, where his return could potentially tip the scales in their favor in this intense basketball rivalry.
