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This performance is no better than Platinum? Should the Celtics in G6 let the substitute center enter the start?

In a previous NBA Eastern Conference semi-finals, the Boston Celtics, who played at home, easily defeated the New York Knicks 127-102. After this game, the Celtics, who lacked Jayson Tatum, stubbornly tied the total score of this series to 2-3. The team successfully escaped, but they still faced severe tests next; for the Knicks, as long as they can win the G6 at home, they can successfully advance to the Eastern Conference Finals.

In this game, the performance of Celtics' substitute center Luke Kornet is impressive. Cornett scored 25 minutes and 38 seconds in the game, made 5 of 5 shots, and scored quasi-triple double-digit data with 100% shooting percentage, with a quasi-triple double-digit score of 10 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal, and 7 blocks. He also had 4 fouls, with a plus-negative value of +20. Cornett's performance on both offense and defense is incredible. He has a strong ability to finish at the basket on the offensive end. He also seized the opportunity to get some points, providing a lot of support for the team. Connet also has super strong ability to protect the basket on the defensive end, and he really defended the team's inside line. With starting center Kristaps Porzingis once again in a stateless situation, Connet successfully played the role of the surprise. His outstanding performance on both offense and defense also helped the team to defend the lower limit. His appointment in danger is also a key factor in the team being able to gain an advantage in this life-and-death battle and win.

In the NBA regular season this season, Connet made a total of 73 appearances in 82 games, averaging 18.6 minutes per game, with averaging 6 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.5 steals and 1 block, and 0.4 turnovers and 1.6 fouls, with a shooting percentage of 66.8% and a free throw percentage of 69.1%. In the playoffs, Cornet averaged 16 minutes in the first 10 games, with averaging 4.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, 0.4 assists, 0.6 steals and 1.2 blocks, and 0.3 turnovers and 1.8 fouls. His shooting percentage was 73.1% and his free throw percentage was 100%.

Connett's performance during the playoffs was very amazing. He also had extremely high basket efficiency on the offensive end, and his scoring ability was fully reflected. On the defensive end, Connet showed his super defensive ability. Connett has performed well many times in this round of series, and his performance is far beyond everyone's expectations. For the Celtics, considering that they have no room for mistakes, they also need to continue to give Cornet enough trust in the next game. Will we see Cornet enter the team's starting lineup in the next game?