Kristaps Porzingis is set to make his highly anticipated season debut for the Boston Celtics on Monday night against the Los Angeles Clippers at TD Garden. The news comes as the Celtics upgraded his injury status to probable, following a successful recovery from a rare leg injury that required surgery in late June. Initially, Porzingis had been expected to be sidelined until December, but recent weeks have seen him increase his activity level, culminating in a full practice with the Maine Celtics.
Further underscoring his eagerness to return, Porzingis expressed during Media Day that he was ready to get back on the court as soon as he received the green light. His return is especially timely, as the Celtics have been performing admirably this season with a record of 14-3, yet they could benefit from his skills in the absence of Al Horford and Luke Kornet, both dealing with their own health issues.
Last season, Porzingis made a significant impact on the court, averaging 20.1 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game. With the game against the Clippers set for 7:30 p.m. ET, fans are sure to be excited about his return and the potential boost he brings to the Celtics.
This development is not only a positive sign for Porzingis personally, but it also reinvigorates the Celtics as they continue their pursuit of success this season. Excitement is building among fans, and having Porzingis back could provide the team with the momentum needed to push even further in their NBA journey.