Celtics eliminated in playoffs as injury affects player performance

The Boston Celtics faced elimination in the first round of the playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers. The defeat followed a critical injury to a key player during a late-season game against Dallas, which impacted his ability to integrate with teammates. The team struggled after overcoming a 3-1 deficit but ultimately could not advance further in the postseason. The player noted that the timing of the injury had a significant effect on his performance as the playoffs began.

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