Why Joe Mazzulla Benched Kristaps Porzingis Mid-Game: The Shocking Reason Revealed

If ever there was a game that made you rethink coaching decisions on the fly, it’s this one. Picture this: Kristaps Porzingis, usually the guy the Knicks count on to tilt the scales, getting benched at critical moments while Luke Kornet takes center stage—and Celtics fans watching the scoreboard spike whenever Porzingis is off the court. It begs the question—when does strategy cross the line into mystery? Boston’s surprising surge during those bench stretches doesn’t just stir headlines; it sparks heated debates across Twitter, with coaches and insiders spilling what really goes on behind the scenes. Meanwhile, the Celtics are battling not just the Knicks, but a looming cloud over Jayson Tatum’s injury, casting a shadow on the series. Is this chess or checkers? The intricacies of this matchup reveal so much about the chess game that is playoff basketball—where every substitution ripples far beyond the hardwood. Buckle up, because this one’s got all the twists and turns you’d expect when pressure meets desperation. LEARN MORE.