NBA Playoffs: Isaiah Thomas elects to play Game 1 following death of his sister
His sister died in a car accident Saturday morning
Saturday, the NBA world was saddened by some tough news out of Washington, as the sister of Celtics All-Star Isaiah Thomas had died following a car accident.
We are terribly saddened by the tragic loss of Chyna Thomas. The thoughts & prayers of the entire organization are with Isaiah & his family.
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) April 16, 2017
But despite dealing with that unimaginable grief, Thomas is planning to play in Game 1 of the Celtics' first-round series against the Bulls.
Brad Stevens on Isaiah Thomas: "His intention is to play. He's struggling. He's really hurting right now." #Celtics
— gary washburn (@GwashburnGlobe) April 16, 2017
Isaiah Thomas is listed as a starter and was in the #Celtics locker room going through his usual pre-game routine. #Celtics #Bulls
— gary washburn (@GwashburnGlobe) April 16, 2017
Before the game, Celtics head coach Brad Stevens expressed his support for Thomas.
Brad Stevens expresses support for Isaiah Thomas and his family. pic.twitter.com/L5SjRY9Oyl
— NBA TV (@NBATV) April 16, 2017
This was the emotional scene before tip-off:
What a powerful moment. 😭 pic.twitter.com/kobZBHeiM7
— Anthony DiBona (@Anthony_DiBona) April 16, 2017
