Celtics center Kristaps Porziņģis doubtful for Game 3 of NBA Finals due to rare tendon issue
- Kristaps Porziņģis of Boston Celtics might miss Game 3 of the NBA Finals due to a rare tendon issue in his lower left leg.
- Despite the injury, Porziņģis' availability for the crucial game against Dallas Mavericks is still uncertain.
- Celtics fans are anxious about the star player's potential absence in the upcoming game.
Boston Celtics star Kristaps Porziņģis suffered a rare injury in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, putting his availability for Game 3 in doubt. The 28-year-old Latvian tore his medial retinaculum, allowing dislocation of the posterior tibialis tendon in his left leg. This injury is separate from a previous calf injury. Porziņģis is determined to play but will follow medical advice. His absence would be a significant loss for the Celtics, as he has been instrumental in their success. Despite his injury, his teammates value his contributions, with Jayson Tatum calling him a "unicorn." Porziņģis' return to face his former team, the Mavericks, has been crucial in Boston's 2-0 series lead. His performance in Game 1 and Game 2 showcased his impact on the team. The uncertainty surrounding his availability adds tension to the upcoming games, as both Porziņģis and the Celtics hope for his swift recovery.