Positive Update on Kristaps Porzingis’ Injuries from the Celtics

The Boston Celtics put on one of their best games of the year on Thursday

night at the Kaseya Center. They produced the second-most efficient shooting

performance in NBA history—achieving an 80.5 percent true shooting

percentage in their 143-110 thumping of the Miami Heat, according to Stat Muse.

The visitors were never behind until Terry Rozier scored on the opening

possession of the hosts, a bucket that was promptly matched by Derrick White.

Less than five minutes into the third quarter, Kristaps Porzingis made the lone

mistake when he lunged to block a baseline effort by Bam Adebayo that was

getting close to the basket. The seven-foot-three center rolled his ankle after

landing on the player’s foot. However, the Latvian native quickly made his way

back to Boston’s bench after hobbling off the field and receiving assistance from

the Celtics’ training staff as they went down the tunnel. During a break, he even

pretended to box with Jaylen Brown, demonstrating his positive attitude.

Another optimistic indicator was the former All-Star’s decision to speak with the

media following the triumph, which was supported by the upbeat update he provided.

It seems improbable, though, that he will suit up for the TD Garden game on Saturday

against the Los Angeles Clippers. Due to a left ankle strain, the Celtics originally

categorized him as doubtful on their injury report. Although it’s likely that he’s been

downgraded to inactive, the fact that the team hasn’t done so yet seems encouraging

for how his ankle is holding up a day later and following his flight back to Boston,

where factors like reduced mobility, extended sitting, and changes in cabin pressure

could exacerbate pain and swelling. According to the most recent team report,

Porzingis hopes to be playing on a daily basis, and things seem to be doing well in that regard.

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