The Celtics escaped New Orleans with a 118-116 win over the Pelicans on Friday night thanks to Jayson Tatum’s heroics. However, the visitors were playing at a bit of a disadvantage late thanks to a crucial missed call that they had to overcome in the final 76 seconds of regulation .

The crucialness of Kristaps Porzingis’s health to the Celtics’ chances of genuinely contending cannot be overstated.

Kristaps Porzingis has been earning significant praise for his recent performances. The veteran center has emerged as the Boston Celtics' best player over the past two weeks. His impact on the Celtics during their 122-100 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday,

Kristaps Porzingis enjoyed a 26-point first half during the Boston Celtics 122-100 win over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday, Jan. 29. The veteran big man was the best player on the floor, chipping in with 11 total rebounds,

BOSTON — Jaylen Brown described it as “scary” when Kristaps Porzingis is that hot from 3-point land. Porzingis was at his best Wednesday in the Celtics' blowout win over the Bulls, putting up 26 points in the first half alone.

Kristaps Porzingis scored 26 of his season-high 34 points in the first half, and the Boston Celtics coasted to a 122-100 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night.

After Kristaps Porzingis' bizarre 'meat' statement, he had to go on social media and explain himself the next day.

Porzingis scored 34 points as the Celtics led for the final 40:40. The center tied a career high with eight 3-pointers as he nears full health.