Porzingis Hints at Possible Return This Month; Celtics Remain Cautious About His Comeback

September 25 news, Kristaps Porzingis, one of the key players for the Boston Celtics, is expected to make a comeback this year.

Earlier, in an interview with renowned sports journalist Ramona Shelburne, Porzingis talked about his injury and said that he is recovering from an ankle injury on his left foot and feels good.

“I am expected to return sometime in December,” said Porzingis. “I feel great right now and I’m working hard to get back on the court before then.”

Boston Celtics’ President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens did not provide a clear timeline for Porzingis’ return, but he expressed satisfaction with the progress of his recovery.

Stevens said: “His (injury) is very unique, we certainly won’t rush it. We have a timeline in mind, which is also inspired by his current condition.”

The above information gives the impression that Porzingis is eager to return as soon as possible, but the Celtics are being patient with him, believing that this process should not be rushed. Of course, all of this stems from the fact that the Celtics have excellent roster depth. During his absence, Al Horford is fully capable of stepping in as the starting center when Porzingis is out, and veterans Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman can also contribute significantly in that position.

In his first season with the Celtics, Porzingis performed exceptionally well, playing 56 regular-season games and averaging 20.1 points and 7.2 rebounds per game, with a three-point shooting percentage of 37.5%. However, he suffered a leg injury during the playoffs against the Miami Heat, missing 12 out of the team’s 19 playoff games. Porzingis returned in the NBA Finals and played well in the first game, but got injured again in the second game of the series.