Kristaps Porzingis injury: Latest update on Celtics star’s calf originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
The Boston Celtics were without their starting center, Kristaps Porzingis, for most of the second half during Friday’s in-season tournament game against the Magic in Orlando.
Porzingis left the game with 6:44 remaining in the third quarter and was subsequently ruled out due to left calf tightness.
The Celtics struggled in the second half and lost 113-96 at Amway Arena. The Magic outscored the C’s 65-40 in the second half.
Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe spoke to Porzingis after the game and received an update on the star center’s status:
Kristaps Porzingis tells the Globe he’ll have an MRI on his left calf tomorrow but doesn’t think the injury is too serious. Said he felt a tweak running the floor. Did not slip. #Celtics #Magic.
— gary washburn (@GwashburnGlobe) November 24, 2023
Porzingis has dealt with injuries throughout his career, as he has not played more than 65 games in a single season since the 2016-17 campaign.
Even if this injury isn’t serious, it would be prudent for the Celtics to still keep him out of the lineup for a little while to ensure his calf receives ample rest for full recovery.
Porzingis has performed admirably in his first season with the Celtics, averaging 18.9 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game.
The Celtics currently lead the Eastern Conference standings with a 12-4 record and will return to action against the Atlanta Hawks at TD Garden on Sunday.
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