While the Knicks faltered from there and missed the playoffs, Porzingis averaged 14.3 points, 7.3 rebounds and 1.9 blocks per game and finished second in NBA Rookie of the Year voting, behind only Karl-Anthony Towns, then of the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Celtics big man Kristaps Porzingis doesn't believe there is a distinct atmosphere when playing at Madison Square Garden, given that the Boston Celtics already play at the TD Garden.

Bob Cousy, Bill Russell, Walt Frazier, Willis Reed, Larry Bird and Patrick Ewing are among the all-time greats who have competed in Knicks vs. Celtics playoff series.