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Celtics Face Uncertain Offseason After Key Players Battle Severe Injuries

Jaylen Brown to be evaluated for potential knee surgery as Boston reflects on a playoff run hampered by injuries to its core stars.

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Celtics guard Jaylen Brown tried to keep the ball away from Josh Hart of the Knicks in Game 6 of their NBA playoff series. The Knicks won to eliminate the defending champion Celtics.
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May 7, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) react after a play against the New York Knicks in the second quarter during game two of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Jaylen Brown played through a partially torn right meniscus during the playoffs, averaging 22.1 points and 7.1 rebounds despite reduced athleticism.
  • Brown will undergo evaluations this week to determine if surgery is required, with recovery timelines ranging from four weeks to six months depending on the treatment.
  • Jayson Tatum suffered a season-ending Achilles tear in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, with his recovery expected to extend into next season.
  • Kristaps Porzingis was limited by the lingering effects of an illness throughout the postseason, further impacting Boston's performance.
  • The Celtics were eliminated by the New York Knicks in six games, ending a playoff run defined by perseverance through significant health challenges.