The Boston Celtics’ powerhouse, Kristaps Porzingis, has been battling a soleus strain in his right calf, causing him to miss crucial playoff games. Nevertheless, good news seems to be on the horizon for Celtics fans, as the star player could return as soon as Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
The potential return of their unsung hero could be a significant boost for the Celtics. If he is cleared to play, fans can look forward to his performance on Monday night against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
Kristaps Porzingis sustained this non-contact injury during the first-round series against the Miami Heat and has not played since. His absence extended through all five games in the conference semifinals against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He was listed to miss the first two games of the conference finals against the Pacers as well.
Porzingis’ injury was undoubtedly a blow for the Celtics, given his stellar performance throughout the season. The Celtics star has averaged 20.1 points and 7.2 rebounds while shooting a career-high 51.6% from the field this season. In Kristaps Porzingis’ absence, the Celtics have had to rely heavily on their depth and other key players stepping up.
Kristaps Porzingis’s cryptic IG message sparks return rumors
Kristaps Porzingis arrived in Boston via a three-team offseason trade with the Washington Wizards and Memphis Grizzlies. Since then he has made a significant impact on both ends of the floor for the Celtics.
As the fans have been expecting his return, Porzingis stirred the media and fans by sharing a cryptic yet hopeful message about his return to the court.
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“Every day 📈,” he wrote on Instagram, hinting at his ongoing progress.
Porzingis’ presence on the court is crucial for the Celtics. Even popular NBA analyst Stephen A. Smith also put forward the pivotal role Porzingis could play in the Celtics’ championship aspirations.
“You are not beating Minnesota or Dallas in the NBA finals without Kristaps Porzingis,” Smith said.
Meanwhile, Porzingis has been relentlessly working towards a comeback. Recently, he was spotted putting in intense work on the bike. His return could provide the Celtics with the spark they need as they push for their second NBA Finals trip in the past three years.
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