Porzingis did not start the second half.
The injury report was clean for the Boston Celtics entering Monday’s Game 1 against the New York Knicks. Kristaps Porzingis ($6,300) started the game, but only played 13 minutes. He went 0-for-4 from the field with four rebounds and an assist. The poor play and lack of playing time was addressed after halftime, with the team designating Porzingis as questionable to return due to an illness.
Luke Kornet played eight minutes off the bench in the first half, and he should see elevated playing time with Porzingis out. Al Horford will also see significant playing time, but he was going to see a ton of minutes regardless.
Game 2 is on Wednesday in Boston.
