In a disappointing loss to the Pistons, Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis took ownership of his poor performance, admitting to reporters that he had a terrible game. The Celtics fell apart in the second half, leading to a 20-point defeat. Porzingis specifically mentioned his lack of rebounds and accountability for the outcome. Despite the physical play from Detroit, he acknowledged the need for quicker adjustments and better adaptability. With a record of 42-17, the Celtics are now 6.5 games behind the Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference standings. Their next challenge will be against Cleveland on Friday. In more sports news, Hanson native Ally Sentnor scored her second career goal for the U.S women’s national team in a match against Japan. In NBA history, the Celtics set scoring records in a game against the Lakers in 1959, while Bob Cousy and Tommy Heinsohn led their team to victory. Lastly, the Bruins will play the Islanders tonight, while the NFL rookie scouting combine begins with workouts for defensive linemen and linebackers. Kristaps Porzingis will look to bounce back in the upcoming games and contribute more effectively to the Celtics’ success.
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