NBA Finals: Celtics' Porzingis Questionable for Game 3 Due to Rare Injury
Thoracic Contusion Sidelines Doncic for Mavericks
Celtics Hold 2-0 Lead in Series
The Boston Celtics will face the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday evening in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, but they will be without injured players. The Celtics currently hold a 2-0 lead in the series.
One of the biggest news stories surrounding the game is the injury to Dallas Mavericks' star guard Luka Doncic. Doncic has been listed on the injury report with a thoracic contusion, which has kept him from practicing fully. His status for Game 3 is still uncertain.
For the Celtics, Kristaps Porzingis is also questionable for Game 3. Porzingis is dealing with a rare left Posterior Tibialis dislocation. His status for the game is also still up in the air.
The injuries to Doncic and Porzingis could have a major impact on the outcome of the game. Doncic is the Mavericks' leading scorer and rebounder, while Porzingis is an important part of the Celtics' defense and rebounding efforts.
The Celtics will be looking to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the series, while the Mavericks will be hoping to tie the series up at 1-1. Game 3 is scheduled to tip off at 9:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday night.
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