Boston Celtics forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) will continue to sit on Friday against the Miami Heat. Boston has now listed him as questionable on the injury report a couple of times, but Porzingis is still working his way back from an illness and isn't yet ready for game action. His next chance to return will come quickly, as Boston also heads out on Saturday against the Brooklyn Nets. Al Horford will continue to do extra work on Friday with Porzingis out. The veteran had a very busy night last time out against the Oklahoma City Thunder, finishing a 118-112 loss on Wednesday with 18 points, 10 rebounds, six assists, two blocks, and one steal in 34 minutes.
Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is listed as questionable ahead of Friday's game against the Miami Heat. Porzingis is in danger of missing his eight straight game due to an illness. Porzingis originally sat the Toronto Raptors game on February 25 as a late scratch because of the illness. He then played in Detroit the day after, but has missed every game since then. Porzingis played in 32 games this season. He is averaging 18.9 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 28.9 minutes per game. If Porzingis remains sidelined, Neemias Queta and Luke Kornet may carry greater workloads on Friday.
Boston Celtics forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) will not play in Wednesday's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He will skip a seventh consecutive game as Porzingis continues to recover from a mystery illness. Porzingis took part in the shootaround Wednesday morning, so he could be ready for game action really soon. Next up, the Celtics will have a back-to-back against Miami and Brooklyn, which starts on Friday. Al Horford (toe) will be back in the lineup for Wednesday's game and benefit most from Porzingis' absence.
Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's meeting with the Thunder. The 29-year-old has averaged 18.9 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks this season, all down from the 2023-24 campaign. He's also appeared in only 32 games, most recently missing the last six games because of an illness. If Porzingis is available, he's a must-start in all fantasy formats against arguably the best team in the NBA. But if he can't suit up, Al Horford, averaging 9.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 37.6% shooting from deep in 34 starts this season, will likely handle things in the middle. Horford could be even more productive if Jayson Tatum (knee) can't play after missing Monday's win over Utah because of a knee injury.
Kristaps Porzingis Dealing With Mysterious Viral Illness
Boston Celtics forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) missed a sixth consecutive game on Monday against the Utah Jazz, and it's unclear when he will be able to return to the court. On Monday, Porzingis announced on his official X account that he is dealing with a mysterious viral illness. "I have been dealing with some viral illness that we haven't been able to fully identify yet," Porzingis posted. "I am recovering and getting better. But still working my way back to full strength to help this team." With Al Horford (toe) also out, Luke Kornet logged 30 minutes as Boston's starting center on Monday, finishing with five points, eight rebounds, two steals, and one block. Neemias Queta had eight points, eight rebounds, and one block in 17 minutes as the backup.
According to Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe, Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Monday's game against the Utah Jazz. The big man will miss his sixth game in a row due to a lingering illness. It is unclear when the 29-year-old will return, but his next chance to suit up is Wednesday versus the Thunder. With Porzingis and Al Horford (toe) both sidelined, Luke Kornet and Neemias Queta will likely have the most time on the floor for the Celtics at center.
Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. The big man will miss his fifth game in a row due to a lingering illness. There seemed to be some hope that Porzingis would play on Saturday, but he'll ultimately be held out for at least one more game. Al Horford will move into the starting five and becomes a more appealing fantasy option. Sam Hauser and Luke Kornet should also see more run in the rotation with Porzingis sidelined.
Kristaps Porzingis Questionable For Saturday Night
Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is questionable for Saturday's game against the visiting Lakers. He's missed the last four contests because of an illness. But it appears the 29-year-old has a better chance of returning to the lineup. Al Horford, who didn't play on Thursday versus Philadelphia, is off the injury report, meaning he should slide into the starting lineup if Porzingis doesn't play. Luke Kornet, coming off a nine-point, seven-rebound, four-block showing, will likely head back to the bench.
According to Justin Turpin of WEEI.com, Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is unavailable for Thursday's contest against the Philadelphia 76ers. The big man is dealing with a lingering illness and will miss his fourth straight game. Al Horford (toe) is also out, meaning Luke Kornet and Neemias Queta will take on most of the Celtics center minutes this evening. Porzingis's next chance to return to the lineup is Saturday against the Lakers.
According to Justin Turpin of WEEI.com, Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) is unavailable for Wednesday's contest against the Portland Trail Blazers. The big man is dealing with a lingering illness and will miss his third straight game. Al Horford and Luke Kornet have been playing more prominent roles in the rotation while Porzingis has been out. Between the two, Horford is the better streaming option, but Kornet could still offer deep league value if he can play close to 30 minutes per contest.
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