As Kristaps Porzingis plays pivotal role in Celtics victory, staying healthy is still a concern
As Kristaps Porzingis plays a huge role in the Celtics season opener victory, his health is still a big concern.
In the season opener at Madison Square Garden, Kristaps Porzingis played a huge role in leading the Boston Celtics to a hard-fought 108-104 victory over the New York Knicks. Porzingis had a standout performance scoring 30 points, grabbing 8 rebounds, and blocking 4 shots. His late-game heroics, including scoring nine consecutive points in the fourth quarter, secured the win for the Celtics.
Oct 25, 2023; New York, New York, USA; Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (8) hangs on the rim after a dunk in the first quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
This morning during the Toucher & Rich radio program, Kendra Middleton and Dan Lifshatz, also known as the Bankroll Bunch, share their thoughts on the the Celtics’ season opener and discussed Porzingis’s performance and the critical factor of player health, emphasizing the need to manage his playing time to prevent injuries.
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They also touched on the MVP potential of Jayson Tatum and how Porzingis’s addition might influence Tatum’s chances and the overall team dynamics. They debated the practice of resting star players during the regular season and its effects on team chemistry and success.
Plus, Fred and Rich asked which team had a better offseason between the Celtics and the Milwaukee Bucks, examining the moves and roster changes made by both teams.
The season opener showcased Porzingis’s impact on the Celtics and sparked discussions about player health, MVP prospects, resting star players, and offseason improvements. It sets the stage for an exciting season for the Boston Celtics.
Nick Gemelli is a Producer for the Toucher and Rich program and contributor for 985thesportshub.com. you can follow Nick at @NickGemelli on Twitter.
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