Although the Boston Celtics didn't leave New York victorious, Jayson Tatum still checked off a big box on Thursday. Tatum played at Madison Square Garden for the first time since tearing his Achilles tendon at the World's Most Famous Arena last postseason.

Jayson Tatum wasn't feeling very confident weeks prior to his return, but ex-Celtic Xavier Tillman Sr. offered some crucial words of encouragement.

NEW YORK — Jayson Tatum is used to the boos — especially at Madison Square Garden. That’s a reality as the face of the Celtics franchise going up against a longtime division rival. Jeers are reserved for the opposition’s best.

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum was breathing a sigh of relief after making it through his first game back at Madison Square Garden since tearing his Achilles in the playoffs last season.

Jayson Tatum returned to New York for the first time since tearing his Achilles. His son, Deuce, went viral instead of his dad.

The Boston Celtics dropped a 112-106 decision to the New York Knicks on Wednesday night, but the game itself wasn’t the only thing people talked about afterward. Jayson Tatum returned to Madison Square Garden,