Game 3 Update: Haliburton Questionable, Porzingis Out

The Indiana Pacers are optimistic about the availability of All-NBA guard Tyrese Haliburton for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals, designating him as questionable on the latest injury report released Friday.

Haliburton, the league leader in assists during the regular season, sustained a left hamstring injury during the third quarter of Game 2 against the Boston Celtics and did not return. His absence could potentially impact Indiana's performance, as he has been instrumental in the team's success, notably guiding them to their deepest playoff run in ten years.

With the series currently led by the Celtics 2-0, the upcoming games on Saturday and Monday will be crucial for the Pacers, especially considering their strong home record of 6-0 in the postseason.

On the other side, the Celtics will once again be without the services of center Kristaps Porzingis, who has been sidelined since April 29 due to a strained right calf. His absence has been notable for the team, despite their recent success in the playoffs.

Additionally, Boston faces the potential absence of backup center Luke Kornet, who is listed as doubtful after suffering a left wrist sprain in the previous game. The Celtics will aim to secure two more victories to advance to their second NBA Finals appearance in three years.