Celtics Face Must-Win Game 3 Against Knicks Amid Porzingis Health Concerns

BOSTON, Mass. — The Boston Celtics are in a challenging situation heading into Game 3 of their second-round playoff series against the New York Knicks. They trail 0-2 after losing both initial games at home, and now they must win to keep their championship hopes alive.

Star center Kristaps Porzingis is dealing with a mysterious illness that has affected his performance throughout the postseason. Coach Joe Mazzulla offered an encouraging update about Porzingis, indicating that the team knows the issue and is managing it.

Porzingis has played just 27 minutes across the first two games, contributing only eight points. The Celtics clearly miss his impact on the court, particularly amid their current struggles. For Boston to have any chance of advancing, they need a healthy Porzingis.

Despite the two losses, the Celtics believe they can turn things around. They held significant leads in both games but made critical errors that allowed the Knicks to seize victory. “If we can fix some mistakes, we believe the series could drastically change,” a Celtics player stated.

The upcoming game poses a crucial turning point for the Celtics, who realize that falling to an 0-3 deficit could be detrimental. Fans are eager to see if the Celtics can respond under pressure and fight back against the Knicks.

The Celtics’ next game will be pivotal in determining their postseason fate. They are hopeful that Porzingis’ health improves and that he can contribute significantly as they head into Game 3.