Kristaps Porzingis Moves Closer to Celtics Return
Boston Celtics forward Kristaps Porzingis is making strides in his recovery following offseason leg surgery. The Celtics announced on Monday that Porzingis reached the "next phase" of his rehabilitation, allowing him to participate in practice with the team’s G League affiliate, the Maine Celtics. Alongside him was teammate Xavier Tillman, who has seen limited playing time recently. After the practice session, both players returned to the NBA roster, where Porzingis will continue to increase his workload.
While the team did not provide an updated timeline for Porzingis’s return, reports suggest a target date in December for his season debut. Porzingis has remained engaged with the Celtics since training camp, contributing to team dynamics even while sidelined. Head coach Joe Mazzulla highlighted Porzingis’s commitment, noting that his presence fosters professionalism and unity within the locker room.
Guard Jrue Holiday expressed optimism about Porzingis’s impact on the team, emphasizing how his length and skill in both offensive and defensive roles could significantly enhance the Celtics’ performance. "He just makes the game so much easier for everybody," Holiday stated, looking forward to Porzingis’s return.
Currently, the Celtics hold an impressive 11-3 record despite Porzingis’s absence, yet have occasionally missed his rim protection. They face a formidable challenge on Tuesday night against the 15-0 Cleveland Cavaliers, a showdown of two top teams in the Eastern Conference. As Porzingis ramps up his recovery, fans eagerly anticipate his return to the court and the boost he could bring to the Celtics’ championship aspirations.
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