Porzingis scores 24 in his return to help the Celtics hold on to beat the Nets 115-113
- Kristaps Porzingis scored 24 points on 9-of-16 shooting with 12 assists in his return to the Boston Celtics, helping them win 115-113 against the Brooklyn Nets.
- Porzingis had missed the last eight games due to an illness, describing his experience as being very sick and recovering at home.
- Former Celtics forward Gordon Hayward stated that Boston is the favorite to win the 2025 NBA championship if they stay healthy.
- Hayward mentioned that the Cleveland Cavaliers and Oklahoma City Thunder would be tough opponents if Boston reaches the Finals.
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Maxwell Lewis’ coming out party spoiled as Nets’ rally against Celtics falls short
NEW YORK (TNS)— The Nets fell to the Boston Celtics, 115-113, on Saturday in the first game of a back-to-back set at Barclays Center. They are now in sole possession of the fifth-best NBA draft lottery odds.
Kristaps Porzingis describes illness, process to return for Boston Celtics
Kristaps Porzingis thought he was only going to play roughly 20 minutes in his first game back in a couple weeks. But midway through the fourth quarter, C’s coach Joe Mazzulla told him he was about to go the distance. That was indeed the case as Porzingis played the entire fourth quarter, finishing with 32 minutes, as the Celtics beat the Nets in the starter’s return to the court.
Celtics Kristaps Porzingis Breaks Silence on Illness That Kept Him Out For Weeks
After missing the last eight games with a mystery illness, Kristaps Porzingis’ return to the Boston Celtics rotation on Saturday, March 15. The talented big man quickly put on a show, ending the night with 24 points on 9-of-16 shooting.However, Celtics fans will certainly be hoping Porzingis can rediscover his touch from deep. He went just 1-of-7 from the perimeter during Boston’s 115-113 win over the Brooklyn Nets.When speaking to the media aft…
Kristaps Porzingis shares more details about his mysterious illness
Mar 25, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (8) in the game against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports Kristaps Porzingis has given fans more insight on the illness that had kept him out for a couple of weeks. The Boston Celtics big man finally returned to the lineup during his team’s Saturday contest against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Ce…
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