A major issue for the Celtics has been their inability to close out games, with poor late-game execution and questionable shot selection costing them both matchups. Kristaps Porzingis, who has been dealing with an illness, struggled to make a significant impact in Game 2.

BOSTON — The Celtics will be shorthanded for Game 2 against the Knicks, but as expected, it’s not too bad. Kristaps Porzingis was upgraded on the injury report from probable to available due to his illness. Sam Hauser, the lone player unavailable, went from doubtful to out with the right ankle sprain he suffered in Game 2.