Per Celtics PR, Kristaps Porzingis underwent profitable surgical procedure to restore a torn retinaculum and dislocated posterior tibialis tendon. The Latvian is predicted to return to motion in 5-6 months. The harm was deemed unrelated to the calf harm he suffered earlier within the postseason in opposition to the Miami Warmth that dominated him out for 10 video games earlier than returning for the Finals.
On Wednesday, President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens mentioned on the “The Ryen Russillo Podcast” that Porzingis is prone to miss the beginning of the season however didn’t point out how lengthy. “Kristaps, after his surgical procedure, we don’t know precisely when he’ll be again…However, you already know, he’ll most likely miss at the least the very begin of the season.”
Thanks for the assist! Every little thing went clean. Now will take time to heal up and prepare to go once more. ☘️☝️ https://t.co/osDF3jvx6w
— Kristaps Porzingis (@kporzee) June 27, 2024
The expectation was that the Celtics could be affected person with Porzingis’ restoration and if he takes the total six months, the Christmas Day sport often is the first time Celtics followers will see their large man again in motion (assuming Boston will get a Christmas Day sport).
Porzingis bought injured in Recreation 2 of the NBA Finals after an ungainly touchdown alongside the baseline. The Celtics dominated Porzingis out for Recreation 3, and in Recreation 4 KP suited up however Joe Mazzulla mentioned he would “solely be utilized in particular cases, if crucial.” Boston bought blown out in Recreation 4 and KP didn’t step onto the courtroom.
Porzingis did return for Recreation 5 to assist clinch the Celtics 18th championship. KP supplied a spark, taking part in 16 minutes and scoring 5 factors for his first championship as an NBA participant.
Porzingis may even miss representing Latvia within the Olympics this summer time in France.
When Porzingis missed time through the common season Luke Kornet was one participant who benefited from the absence, and Boston acquired Xavier Tillman Sr. to offer much more depth through the season. Nonetheless, each gamers are unrestricted free brokers and with KP lacking the beginning of the season, Boston will hope to deliver again some acquainted faces or signal a free agent who can step in and play instantly. Boston has yet another draft decide (54) when the second spherical kicks off tonight at 4 p.m. and should look so as to add a giant man.
