Kristaps Porzingis injury: expected to miss 2nd Round series / News - Basketnews.com

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis is expected to Eastern Conference semifinal series due to a right calf injury.

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Boston Celtics are expected to play in the Eastern Conference semifinal series without Kristaps Porzingis.

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According to Senior NBA Insider for TNT and Bleacher Report Chris Haynes, Porzingis is expected to miss the entire series due to a right calf injury.

During the 1st Round series against the Miami Heat, Porzingis averaged 12.3 points, 5 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.5 blocks per game.

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In the 2nd Round series, the Celtics will face either the Cleveland Cavaliers or Orlando Magic.

The Cavaliers now lead the series 3-2. Game 6 is scheduled for Friday at 7 p.m. ET in Kia Center, Orlando.

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