Knicks fans have complex relationships with Celtic Center Kristaps Porzingis.
On the one hand, they were upset about his unfulfilled potential, not "That guy" After they selected him in the first round of the 2015 NBA Draft, they took the team to a new level. Of course, injured and powerless front desk figures played a role in it, but after a while, whenever, when Porzingis came to MSG, whether as a Dallas Mavericks or a Washington Wizard, he would be kindly seen by Knicks fans.
And now, with the Celtics season ending in a 119-81 win on Friday night, Porzingis has made some interesting comments to fans and the city.
"Honestly, the support of the Knicks fans is to walk through the roof tonight, throughout the playoffs," Porzingis said. "Incredible fans, Incredible city. My side is very, very happy for them. I hope they only have the best. They are the class players we faced against, they did a great thing and I hope they are nothing but success."
Porzingis scored four points, five rebounds and a block in 11 minutes of game time on Friday night. It was the last of a sad game for Porzingis, who had been battling with a disease he couldn't play. This affected his drama, so much so that the Celtics coach Joe Mays Said Pozingis couldn't breathe in his fifth win on Wednesday.
The 29-year-old said he will take the offseason to make it better "The immune system or even" And be stronger next season. However, there is something wrong with the person he plays next year.
While Porzingis has another year on his contract with the Celtics, Boston may be looking for a modification. The limits on wage cap and facts Jayson Tatum Not playing next season may change Boston’s plans. Porzingis can see himself back to New York with his Celtics title - he has said in the past.
But this is another guess at time.
Porzingis finished his second season in Boston, averaging 19.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.5 blocks per game in 42 games. Although Knicks fans celebrate their first Oriental Conference final in 25 years, the future of Porzingis is unclear. When he thinks about the team that will look different for the next season, he wants to focus on the team that will be next season tonight.
"I didn't think too much about it. We've been locking in the playoffs" He said. "We will see what's going on in the future. Now, we are just digesting this loss."
"The support of Knicks fans is tonight and the rooftop of the playoffs throughout. Incredible fans, Incredible cities, my side is so happy for them"
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