After losing to the Bucks on the road in the In-Season Tournament, the New York Knicks are in Boston to face the Celtics, who also lost in the quarterfinals. The Celtics had three full days off, while the Knicks had two.
New York has already played Boston twice this season, both games resulting in a loss. In the most recent game on Nov. 13, Jalen Brunson had 26 points (10-of-21) and Julius Randle had 25 (7-of-19). The Knicks were without RJ Barrett, who was dealing with a migraine.
Kristaps Porzingis has played well against New York this season, including his best game thus far. On opening night, Porzingis torched New York on both ends of the court, finishing with 30 points (5-of-9 from three), eight rebounds, and four blocks.
The former Knick has been sidelined for the past couple of weeks with a calf strain that he suffered against the Magic, a game the Celtics lost. He's been working his way back and hopes to return to the lineup (subscription required) on Friday.
Kristaps Porzingis' status for tonight's game vs. Knicks
Kristaps Porzingis (calf) is probable. He said after practice on Tuesday that he "should be good to go" against New York on Friday. Porzingis last played on Nov. 24.
"I think after what I did today I should be good to go"
— Celtics on NBC Sports Boston (@NBCSCeltics) December 6, 2023
Kristaps Porzingis with an update on how he's feeling pic.twitter.com/IPHuJUDcs7
UPDATE: Kristaps Porzingis is available.
Projected starting lineups tonight
New York: Jalen Brunson, Quentin Grimes, RJ Barrett, Julius Randle, Mitchell Robinson
Boston: Jrue Holiday, Derrick White, Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis
Knicks injury report
There are no players listed on New York's injury report.
Celtics injury report
Kristaps Porzingis (calf) is listed as probable.
UPDATE: Kristaps Porzingis is available.
New York's next five opponents
New York will travel back to MSG for one game before going on a t
Dec. 11 vs. Toronto
Dec. 13 at Utah
Dec. 15 at Phoenix
Dec. 16 at Clippers
Dec. 18 at Lakers