Following the tragic death of his sister Chyna, Isaiah Thomas decided to play in Game 1 of Celtics-Bulls.
The All-Star point guard was clearly emotional during warm-ups. When he was introduced in the starting lineup, TD Garden gave him a standing ovation.
An emotional Isaiah Thomas was introduced by the @celtics to a standing ovation ahead of tonight’s game. #NBAPlayoffs #BostonStrong pic.twitter.com/WqxFPmiu71
— NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) April 16, 2017
Isaiah Thomas is introduced in front of his home crowd! #NBAPlayoffs pic.twitter.com/mveoz6ffke
— NBA (@NBA) April 16, 2017
Thomas proceeded to drop 13 points in the opening quarter, getting MVP chants along the way.
“MVP” chants ring out for Isaiah Thomas at TD Garden. #NBAPlayoffs pic.twitter.com/bAAvNvy5n4
— NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) April 16, 2017
Stay strong, IT!
