The Boston Celtics face a critical Game 3 against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, trailing 0-2 in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. After squandering 20-point leads in both home games, the pressure is on. The biggest question looming over the matchup: Will Kristaps Porzingis be healthy enough to make an impact?
Kristaps Porzingis injury report for Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Game 3 (May 10, 2025)
Good news for Celtics fans - Kristaps Porzingis will play and start in Game 3. He has no official injury designation, but his recent performances reveal a player struggling with a lingering viral illness.
- In Game 1, he played just 13 minutes and failed to score.
- In Game 2, he logged 14 minutes and managed only 8 points before exiting.
Sam Hauser’s absence weakens Celtics’ bench
Adding to Boston’s challenges, forward Sam Hauser is listed as doubtful with an ankle injury. His absence hurts the Celtics’ wing depth and removes a key three-point threat off the bench.
Boston Celtics projected depth chart for Game 3 (May 10, 2025)
Position
Starter
2nd Unit
3rd Unit
With Porzingis limited and Hauser likely out, Boston’s rotation will be tested. Mazzulla may need to rely more on small-ball lineups and extended minutes from Al Horford and Luke Kornet.
Why Game 3 is a must-win for the Boston Celtics (May 10, 2025)
History is not on Boston’s side. No NBA team has ever come back from a 0-3 deficit—teams in that spot are 0-159. The Celtics themselves nearly pulled off the impossible in 2023, rallying from 0-3 against the Miami Heat before falling in Game 7.
Another loss tonight would put them on the brink of elimination. After blowing two big leads at home, they can’t afford another slip-up. Every possession matters, and the margin for error is gone.
Can the Boston Celtics turn things around?
The Knicks are rolling, but Boston still has the talent to make this a series. If Kristaps Porzingis can give them even 20 productive minutes and the bench steps up without Hauser, they have a shot. If not, their season could effectively end tonight.
Game 3 tips off at Madison Square Garden in what could be the Celtics’ last stand.
Kristaps Porzingis injury report for Boston Celtics vs New York Knicks Game 3 (May 10, 2025)
Good news for Celtics fans - Kristaps Porzingis will play and start in Game 3. He has no official injury designation, but his recent performances reveal a player struggling with a lingering viral illness.
- In Game 1, he played just 13 minutes and failed to score.
- In Game 2, he logged 14 minutes and managed only 8 points before exiting.
Sam Hauser’s absence weakens Celtics’ bench
Adding to Boston’s challenges, forward Sam Hauser is listed as doubtful with an ankle injury. His absence hurts the Celtics’ wing depth and removes a key three-point threat off the bench.
Boston Celtics projected depth chart for Game 3 (May 10, 2025)
Position
Starter
2nd Unit
3rd Unit
With Porzingis limited and Hauser likely out, Boston’s rotation will be tested. Mazzulla may need to rely more on small-ball lineups and extended minutes from Al Horford and Luke Kornet.
Why Game 3 is a must-win for the Boston Celtics (May 10, 2025)
History is not on Boston’s side. No NBA team has ever come back from a 0-3 deficit—teams in that spot are 0-159. The Celtics themselves nearly pulled off the impossible in 2023, rallying from 0-3 against the Miami Heat before falling in Game 7.
Another loss tonight would put them on the brink of elimination. After blowing two big leads at home, they can’t afford another slip-up. Every possession matters, and the margin for error is gone.
Can the Boston Celtics turn things around?
The Knicks are rolling, but Boston still has the talent to make this a series. If Kristaps Porzingis can give them even 20 productive minutes and the bench steps up without Hauser, they have a shot. If not, their season could effectively end tonight.
Game 3 tips off at Madison Square Garden in what could be the Celtics’ last stand.
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