Tatum, who ruptured his right Achilles tendon during Game 4 of the Celtics-New York Knicks series, had a successful surgery to repair that part of his lower leg. He posted a picture of himself to his Instagram account after receiving encouragement from the basketball community for his recovery.

Jayson Tatum is speaking out after suffering a season-ending Achilles injury during the Celtics’ recent playoff game against the New York Knicks.