Kornet's heroics force Game 6 for Celtics
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Luke Kornet's career-high performance propelled the Boston Celtics to a 127-102 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 5, despite injuries to Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porziņģis. Kornet's 10 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 blocks were crucial in forcing a Game 6. His impactful performance, described as "surreal" by teammates, energized the team and gave them a chance to continue their playoff run. The Celtics now face elimination in Game 6 in New York.
Luke Kornet's career-high performance propelled the Boston Celtics to a 127-102 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 5, despite injuries to Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porziņģis. Kornet's 10 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 blocks were crucial in forcing a Game 6. His impactful performance, described as "surreal" by teammates, energized the team and gave them a chance to continue their playoff run. The Celtics now face elimination in Game 6 in New York.
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