Kristaps Porzingis has always had a tough time dealing with injuries, but this year he is dealing with something entirely new. The Celtics center has had an illness for a few months now, which is hindering his ability to impact games in the playoffs.

BOSTON — Kristaps Porzingis unexpectedly left the Celtics’ Game 1 loss to the Knicks in the first half due to illness on Monday night. The Celtics were back together on Tuesday at the Auerbach Center watching film before a pivotal Game 2 matchup.

In March, an upper respiratory illness cost Kristaps Porzingis eight games. It sounds as if that problem hasn’t completely gone away for the ex-Knick.

“(Celtics doctors) haven’t been able to … completely ID (the virus).” Porzingis’ limited impact in the series has revealed the toll of his condition and made it a national narrati

Celtics forward Kristaps Porzingis delivered disappointing news regarding his health status after Boston’s Game 2 loss to the New York Knicks in the 2024–25 NBA Playoffs.

The Boston Celtics' playoff series against the New York Knicks took an unexpected turn when Kristaps Porzingis exited Game 1 due to illness. This article explores the implications of his absence and what it means for the upcoming games.

The New York Knicks and Boston Celtics appear to be inching toward full strength as their Eastern Conference semifinal series continues.