Messages Are Pouring in After Jayson Tatum’s 6-Word Post on Friday

Everything changed for the Boston Celtics when Jayson Tatum ruptured his Achilles against the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Semifinals this past season. They went from a perennial championship contender to a team in limbo, and they didn't waste time making changes after the season. 

Boston traded Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis before Wednesday's draft, two crucial contributors to its 2024 title-winning team. The moves got the organization under the second apron, which increases its flexibility with free agency and trades.

Meanwhile, Tatum is rehabbing his Achilles injury and will likely miss the entirety of next season. The six-time All-Star posted a message about it on Friday night via social media.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) and Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30).

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"Day 45… this is some [expletive]," he said.

Celtics fans supported their star in the replies.

"We can’t wait till you back champ," one said.

"Luv u big bro keep going," another one said.

"We’re all here for you king," another said.

"You got this, Celtics fans are behind you, we believe in you and you will get through this," another said. "Love you JT!"

"The comeback is gonna be a movie. Keep going JT," another said.

"Praying for you GOAT," another said.

Tatum never had a serious injury in his NBA career before this one. The 27-year-old averaged 26.8 points on 45.2 percent shooting (34.3 percent 3 PT) with 8.7 rebounds and six assists over 36.4 minutes this past season. He also averaged 28.1 points on 42.3 percent shooting (37.2 percent 3 PT) with 11.5 rebounds and 5.4 assists over 40.3 minutes in the playoffs.