KRISTAPS PORZINGIS NEWS

Brian Robb: Celtics dream scenario is unfolding for Kristaps Porzingis recovery The Celtics have now won fourth straight games amid Kristaps Porzingis injury

MARCH 15 • MASSLIVE.COM

Kristaps Porzingis sits out fourth game in a row, but is getting closer to returning for the Celtics - The Boston Globe The starting center was able to participate in a pregame workout, but the state of his hamstring injury was not worth pushing through agains...

MARCH 15 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Regarded as day-to-day Porzingis (hamstring) is not playing Thursday versus Phoenix, but he will get on-court reps during pregame warm-ups and is regarded as day-to-day moving forward, John Karalis of Bo...

Impact Porzingis is on the mend despite missing three consecutive games due to a right hamstring strain. Karalis relays that Porzingis is feeling better by the day, which should rule out an extended absence for the 28-year-old. That being said, with Boston controlling a 9.5 game lead in the Eastern Conference, an abundance of caution could be used on the big man's health.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Thursday Porzingis (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Suns, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact Porzingis is slated to miss a fourth straight game and his fifth since the All-Star break. Al Horford (toe) will be back in action after taking a rest day during the second night of a back-to-back Tuesday versus the Jazz and take over as the starting center against Phoenix, but Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman should be candidates for a few extra bench minutes, as well. Porzingis' next chance to suit up will come in Washington on Sunday.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics' Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford out vs. Jazz The Boston Celtics ruled out guard Jaylen Brown, forward/center Kristaps Porzingis and center Al Horford for Tuesday’s game against the Utah...

MARCH 12 • SACBEE.COM

Officially out Tuesday Porzingis (hamstring) will be unavailable Tuesday versus Utah.

Impact Porzingis will miss a third consecutive game due to right hamstring soreness. Al Horford (toe) is also inactive Tuesday, leaving Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman to split center duties. Tuesday will mark an interesting test of how Boston balances workloads, with Oshae Brissett and Neemias Queta also candidates to get in the mix.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday at Portland Porzingis (hamstring) will not play in Monday's matchup with the Trail Blazers, Marc D'Amico of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Porzingis' absence will mark his second straight, as he was a late scratch prior to Saturday's game against the Suns. The rest of the Celtics' starting lineup is listed as questionable, so depth could potentially be an issue in Portland. In Porzingis' absence, Al Horford and Xavier Tillman could see some increased minutes at center.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Phoenix Porzingis (hamstring) won't play Saturday against the Suns, Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Porzingis was a late addition to the injury report Saturday, and in the end, the hamstring injury has been deemed severe enough to rule him out of this marquee matchup. Porzingis' next chance to play will come Monday against the Trail Blazers, and this also means Al Horford will presumably move into a starting role against Phoenix.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Late addition to injury report Porzingis is now listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Suns due to right hamstring tightness.

Impact Porzingis' late addition to the injury report is a bad sign of his availability Saturday. If the 28-year-old big man is ruled out, Al Horford will likely start in his place.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Kristaps Porzingis on Loss to Nuggets: 'It Stings Real Bad' “I mean, of course we wanted to, you know, this was a big game, we wanted to win this one,” Porzingis said. “It stings, it stings real bad,...

MARCH 8 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Kristaps Porzingis on Loss to Nuggets: 'It Stings Real Bad' “I mean, of course we wanted to, you know, this was a big game, we wanted to win this one,” Porzingis said. “It stings, it stings real bad,...

MARCH 8 • SACBEE.COM

Leads from deep in double-double Porzingis totaled 24 points (9-23 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 35 minutes during Thursday's 115-109 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Porzingis led all players in Thursday's contest with a trio of threes while ending as one of two Celtics with 10 or more rebounds in a double-double performance. Porzingis, who was one of two Boston players with 20 or more points, has recorded at least 20 points and 10 boards in seven games this year. His rebound total matched a season high mark, a feat he has finished with on four occasions.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Kristaps Porzingis identifies Nikola Jokic tricks in Celtics loss The Celtics couldn't solve Nikola Jokic on Thursday night but Kristaps Porzingis learned a valuable lesson in the loss.

MARCH 8 • MASSLIVE.COM

Hits for 24 in return Porzingis closed with 24 points (9-18 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, three blocks and two steals across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 105-104 loss to the Cavalie...

Impact After missing Sunday's game against the Warriors due to a bruised quadricep, Porzingis was back in the lineup and providing his usual numbers. The 28-year-old big has scored in double digits in 14 straight games dating back to Jan. 13, averaging 22.1 points, 7.1 boards, 2.5 threes, 2.0 assists and 2.0 blocks over that stretch while shooting 52.1 percent from the floor and 46.7 percent from beyond the arc.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Cleveland Porzingis (quadriceps) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Cavaliers, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Porzingis has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday after missing Boston's previous contest with a left quadriceps contusion. The 28-year-old big man will likely reclaim his starting spot from Al Horford against Cleveland.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Porzingis (quad) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Cavs.

Impact If KP is forced to spend another game on the sidelines, Al Horford would likely get another start and there would be more minutes available for Xavier Tillman and Oshae Brissett. Check back for another update on Porzingis following Tuesday's shootaround.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis (quad) out vs. Warriors Boston Celtics power forward/center Kristaps Porzingis has been ruled out of Sunday’s game against the visiting Golden State Warriors due to...

MARCH 3 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Officially out Sunday Porzingis (quad) will not play Sunday versus Golden State, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Porzingis will miss his first game since the All-Star break, with his last absence coming Feb. 13. Al Horford will likely slot into the starting lineup in his stead, with Luke Kornet, Xavier Tillman and Sam Hauser receiving upticks in roles Sunday -- although Golden State's small-ball centric style anchored by Draymond Green at center could lead to lineup creativity by Boston.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs' Luka Doncic 'Really Happy' for Kristaps Porzingis' Celtics Success Mavs superstar Luka Doncic told reporters he is “really happy” for Kristaps Porzingis’ success with the Celtics.

MARCH 3 • SACBEE.COM

Celtics injury report: Kristaps Porzingis listed for Warriors game The Celtics have been cautious with Kristaps Porzingis all season, sitting him out plenty of games.

MARCH 2 • MASSLIVE.COM

Dealing with quad contusion Porzingis is questionable for Sunday's game against the Warriors due to a left quadriceps contusion, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Porzingis was solid versus his former team Friday, posting 24 points (8-14 FG), six rebounds, two assists and a block in 29 minutes during a blowout win over Dallas. This is a new injury for the big man, and if it forces him to the sideline, Al Horford would presumably slide into the starting lineup.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in win over Dallas Porzingis supplied 24 points (8-14 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one block in 29 minutes during Friday's 138-110 victory over the Mavericks.

Impact Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the way for the Celtics on offense, but Porzingis still delivered a solid outing, and the big man continues to find a role in Boston's offensive scheme with each passing game. Porzingis is averaging 23.1 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.9 blocks per game over his last 10 appearances.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Kristaps Porzingis becoming NBA's best post-up player can be the difference for Celtics in championship run | Sporting News Here's how the Celtics have turned Kristaps Porzingis into the best post-up player in the NBA.

MARCH 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Records double-double Porzingis totaled 23 points (5-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 12-12 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 117-99 victory over the 76ers.

Impact Porzingis made his presence felt on both ends of the court en route to posting his third double-double over his last 10 appearances. Even though he has the length to be an absolute menace on the boards, Porzingis can thrive in other areas as well, and he's been outstanding as a scorer in recent weeks, hitting the 20-point threshold in six of his last eight contests. He might hold a secondary role on offense behind Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown on most nights, but he's certainly doing the most of his touches on a nightly basis.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Is this the best Kristaps Porzingis has ever played? Is this the best version of Kristaps Porzingis the NBA has ever seen?

FEBRUARY 26 • USATODAY.COM