Celtics’ Kristaps Porzingis hit in head, gushes blood, returns to shoot free throws vs. Magic

"Not gonna let anybody like punk us" - Kristaps Porzingis talks up Celtics physical battles in rough series against Magic

In the Boston Celtics' first-round series against the Orlando Magic, Kristaps Porzingis was hit with an elbow that opened up a pretty deep gash on his forehead.

Kristaps Porzingis Issues Stern Warning to Magic as Jaylen Brown Makes One Demand in Celtics Locker Room

Having to take five stitches, Kristaps Porzingis vows to match the Magic's physicality as Jaylen Brown wishes his teammates to stay in control.

The NBA 2025 Playoffs bring drama, blood (literally) and adrenaline to the top. Among unexpected injuries, monstrous performances and teams looking for the ring, the show is guaranteed. Here we tell you the best so far. Boston dominates, bleeds and wins in the NBA Playoffs The Boston Celtics sent a clear message by winning the first two games against Orlando Magic. Kristaps Porzingis, with a bloody forehead behind a elbow courtesy of Goga Bitadz…

'WWE moment': Porzingis gushes blood after elbow to head, finishes game

With blood pouring from his forehead as he ran off the court, and a towel pressed against the wound as he headed to the locker room, Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis couldn't help but smile.

Kristaps Porzingis Gets 5 Stitches After Bloody Injury In Game 2, 'WWE Moment'

Celtics star Kristaps Porzingis wasn't sweatin' the gruesome gash on his head that required 5 stitches during the Celtics vs. Magic NBA Playoff game!

Is Kristaps Porzingis OK with shedding blood for his Celtics? Yes, the big man is. ‘I love my WWE moments for sure.’ - The Boston Globe

Porzingis finished Game 2 with 20 points, 10 rebounds, 2 steals, 2 blocked shots — and 5 stitches after taking a wild elbow to the head.