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Porzingis hit a dagger 3-pointer on a big night against his old team, and the Celtics claimed a hard-fought OT victory against the Knicks.
The slog of rehabilitating his dinged-up ankle and getting back into shape while his teammates were struggling without him was no easy journey.
The Celtics entered the night looking to complete a season sweep of the Knicks—and they did so in dramatic fashion. Boston shot 46% from the field (40-of-87) and knocked down 19 three-pointers en route to the narrow victory. More significantly, the win saw the Celtics hit a franchise record 33 road wins in a single season.
Where Porziņģis usually spots up, several feet behind the arc, only forces defenders to cover more ground to guard him.
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Celtics Wire on MSNCeltics big man Kristaps Porzingis on privilege, duty of being a fan favorite in BostonBoston big man Kristaps Porzingis spoke with Celtics Wire on his connection with the city, fans, and the responsibility he feels as a Celtic.
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A clutch showing from former franchise face Kristaps Porzingis gave the Boston Celtics just enough to secure a season sweep of the New York Knicks.
Porzingis supplied a team-high 34 points (11-19 FG, 8-13 3Pt, 4-6 FT), four rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 39 minutes during Tuesday's 119-117 overtime victory over New York.
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Celtics Wire on MSNCeltics Lab 314: Kristaps Porzingis on privilege of representing Boston, postseason previewA KP exclusive interview! The crew also gets into what the 2025 NBA Playoffs may look like, and what Boston might do with their open roster spot.
Kristaps Porzingis scored 34 points and tied a career high with eight 3-pointers as the visiting Boston Celtics beat the New York Knicks 119-117 in overtime Tuesday.
The Celtics swept the Knicks season series on Tuesday in overtime. How Kristaps Porzingis, Karl-Anthony Towns' great nights led to this.