Per ESPN, a bandaged, bloodied, smiling Porzingis got a loud and proud ovation from fans at TD Garden after receiving medical attention in the locker room. He impressively knocked down a free throw getting bandaged up, too, helping the Celtics earn their eventual 109-100 playoff victory.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (8) grabs a rebound against Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) during the second half in game 2 of a first-round NBA playoff basketball series, Wednesday, April 23, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) AP

Celtics big man Kristaps Porzingis had to leave Boston's Game 2 win over Orlando after taking a high elbow to his forehead.