The Boston Celtics secured a crucial 127-102 victory against the New York Knicks in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Despite the win, the team's situation remains precarious, primarily due to the health issues of Kristaps Porzingis. Having battled a lengthy illness, Porzingis struggled during the game, playing only 12 minutes and scoring just one point. Coach Joe Mazzulla chose to bench him in the second half due to breathing difficulties, while Luke Kornet stepped up as a strong contributor, further complicating Porzingis's playing future in the series.
I mean, he couldn't breathe. So, he was available if absolutely necessary. That was just a decision between me and him, he was just having difficulty breathing.
Porzingis has largely been a non-factor up to this point in the Eastern Conference Semifinals due to a lengthy illness, raising concerns about his impact on the team.
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