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Celtics Embrace the Darkness to Stay Alive with Game 3 Blowout Win

Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks
Saturday, Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 3

Facing a potential 0-3 hole, the Celtics responded with a dominant 115-93 win in New York, shooting 50% from three and locking in defensively to halt the Knicks’ comeback magic.
Joe Mazzulla urged his team to “tap into their darkness,” focusing on eliminating live-ball turnovers, staying confident from beyond the arc, and finishing quarters strong. Payton Pritchard’s 23 points off the bench were key as six Celtics hit multiple 3s.

Porzingis Returns from Illness for Celtics in Game 2 vs. Knicks

Kristaps Porzingis (Boston Celtics)
May 2025, Game 2 of Eastern Conference Semifinals

Kristaps Porzingis came off the bench in Game 2 against the New York Knicks after missing the second half of Game 1 due to illness. He had been listed as probable before being cleared just 30 minutes before tip-off.
Porzingis entered late in the first quarter for Derrick White but is still managing symptoms from the same illness that sidelined him late in the regular season. Reserve Sam Hauser was unavailable due to a Game 1 ankle sprain.

Porzingis Listed Probable Amid Illness for Game 2 vs Knicks

Kristaps Porzingis (Boston Celtics)
May 8, 2025 (Game 2, Eastern Conference Semifinals)

Kristaps Porzingis is listed as probable for Game 2 after missing the second half of Game 1 due to a lingering non-COVID illness that has affected him since February.
Coach Joe Mazzulla noted Porzingis has been pushing through the illness but couldn’t continue in Game 1. Though now probable, his postseason form has dipped. Sam Hauser remains doubtful after an ankle sprain.

Magic’s Physical Play Injures Celtics Stars as Series Tightens

Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis, Jaylen Brown (Boston Celtics)
April 26, 2025 (First-Round Playoffs, Game 3)

Boston Celtics criticized Orlando Magic’s physical play after multiple flagrant fouls caused injuries to Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis, and Jaylen Brown in a 95-93 Game 3 loss.
Tatum suffered a wrist bruise, Porzingis needed stitches, and Brown dislocated his finger. Despite Tatum’s 36 points, turnovers and Magic’s defense disrupted Boston, cutting their series lead to 2-1.

Jayson Tatum Doubtful for Game 3 with Wrist Injury as Celtics Visit Magic

Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics)
April 2025 (Game 3, Eastern Conference First Round)

Jayson Tatum remains doubtful for Game 3 against the Orlando Magic due to a severe bone bruise in his right wrist sustained in Game 1.
Tatum missed Game 2, ending a streak of 114 consecutive playoff games. Coach Joe Mazzulla said he’s improving daily but remains uncertain about Tatum’s return timeline.

Jayson Tatum Misses First Career Playoff Game with Wrist Injury

Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics)
April 2025 (Game 2 vs Orlando Magic)

Jayson Tatum missed Game 2 of the first-round playoff series against Orlando due to a bone bruise in his right wrist—the first postseason game he’s missed in his career.
Tatum sustained the injury after a midair collision in Game 1. He was ruled out an hour before tipoff. Al Horford started in his place as Tatum sat in street clothes on the bench.

Payton Pritchard Wins Sixth Man of the Year After Stellar Season for Celtics

Payton Pritchard (Boston Celtics)
April 2025

Payton Pritchard has been named the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year, averaging 14.3 points on 40.7% 3-point shooting while energizing Boston’s bench during their title defense.
Once on the fringe of the rotation, Pritchard embraced his role off the bench, appearing in all 80 games and averaging over 28 minutes per night. He earned 82 of 100 first-place votes.

Jayson Tatum Doubtful for Game 2 After Hard Fall in Celtics’ Opener

Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics)
April 2025 (ahead of Game 2 vs Magic)

Celtics star Jayson Tatum is listed as doubtful for Game 2 with a bone bruise in his right wrist, sustained during a midair collision in Game 1.
Tatum landed awkwardly after being hit by Caldwell-Pope and Carter Jr. on a dunk attempt. He stayed in the game but was clearly in pain. X-rays were negative, but soreness persists.

Jaylen Brown Returns from Knee Injury, Contributes in Game 1 Win

Jaylen Brown (Boston Celtics)
April 2025 (Game 1, first-round playoffs)

Jaylen Brown returned after missing the final three regular-season games due to a knee bruise, scoring 16 points in 30 minutes.
Brown started slowly but found rhythm in the second half. He moved confidently, capping his performance with a strong dunk late in the third quarter.

Tatum Avoids Injury Scare as Celtics Dominate Magic in Game 1

Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics)
April 2025 (Game 1, first-round playoffs)

Jayson Tatum says he’s “all right” after landing hard on his right wrist during Boston’s 103-86 Game 1 win over Orlando; X-rays came back clean.
Tatum was fouled midair by Caldwell-Pope and Carter Jr., causing a fall and brief pain. He stayed in the game, finishing with 17 points and 14 rebounds. The foul was upgraded to a flagrant 1.

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