Kristaps Porzingis is managing an ankle sprain and will not take the court for the Boston Celtics. This update comes ahead of their upcoming game against the Atlanta Hawks on January 18, 2025. The team has confirmed that Porzingis will be sidelined due to this injury.
What It Means
Kristaps Porzingis has been a significant contributor for the Celtics this season, averaging 18.8 points per game and shooting 46.5% from the field. He has also made an impact from beyond the arc, with an average of 2.2 three-point makes per game at a rate of 38.1%. Despite his absence, the Celtics have performed well without him, boasting a record of 19-4 in games he hasn’t played and averaging 119.8 points per game compared to 114.7 when he is on the court.
