The Boston Celtics faced a shocking early exit in the NBA playoffs, losing to the New York Knicks in the second round. After dropping the first two home games, they were eliminated in five games, dealing a significant blow to their championship aspirations. The Celtics also suffered a major injury as star forward Jayson Tatum ruptured his Achilles, casting doubt on his availability for the next season. Meanwhile, Jaylen Brown played through a partially torn meniscus, further impacting the team's performance.

Brown, an All-Star this season, averaged over 22 points per game and was crucial in leading the Celtics to their 18th championship last year. With Tatum sidelined, he will need to shoulder more responsibility moving forward. Fans expressed disbelief on social media, questioning the timing of injury revelations and suggesting a potential curse hanging over the franchise.