David Ortiz

David Ortiz sends prayers to Isaiah Thomas after sister’s death

"Keep your head up."

David Ortiz during the 2016 season. Maddie Meyer / Getty Images

In the wake of the death of Chyna Thomas, sister of Isaiah Thomas, former Red Sox slugger David Ortiz sent his along his prayers and support to the Celtics star.

On Saturday, Thomas’ 22-year-old sister was killed in a car accident in Washington state. Ortiz tweeted out a message of support to Thomas:

Thomas, 28, is originally from Tacoma, approximately 15 miles from the site of the one-car accident. According to Celtics coach Brad Stevens, Thomas will try to play in Game One of the team’s playoff series against the Chicago Bulls.