Porzingis racked up 18 points (5-14 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and five blocks over 31 minutes during Sunday's 118-110 victory over Philadelphia.
Porzingis swatted a season-high five shots, two shy of his career-best mark (7). Boston's center is having a tremendous season, as he's on pace to return second-round value in nine-category formats with 19.2 points, 7.1 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.6 blocks and 2.6 three-pointers.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Fills stat sheet admirably
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Porzingis ended with 16 points (5-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-8 FT), five rebounds, six assists, four blocks and three steals across 30 minutes during Friday's 118-116 win over the Pelicans.
Even though Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum led the way for the Celtics on offense, there's no question that Porzingis delivered an outstanding fantasy line while recording at least three tallies in each of the five major categories. Porzingis has surpassed the 15-point mark in 12 straight appearances and is doing a solid job as a secondary option on offense. He's averaging 20.9 points, 7.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.4 blocks per game over that 12-game stretch.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Erupts for season-high 34 in win
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Porzingis provided 34 points (10-18 FG, 8-14 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and three steals across 33 minutes during Wednesday's 122-100 victory over Chicago.
The double-double was only the fourth of the season for Porzingis in 23 appearances, while the 34 points were a season high for the 29-year-old center. He's been mostly healthy in January, missing one game due to a minor foot issue and another due to an illness. When Porzingis has been on the court, he's been productive, averaging 20.5 points, 7.9 boards, 3.1 threes, 2.1 assists and 1.3 blocks on the month while shooting 51.3 percent from the floor and a dazzling 50.7 percent from beyond the arc.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Scores 22 points in return
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Porzingis contributed 22 points (9-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one block in 27 minutes during Thursday's 117-96 loss to the Lakers.
Porzingis missed the 117-113 overtime win over the Clippers on Wednesday due to an illness, and he led Boston in scoring in this blowout loss. The big man has scored at least 20 points in three of his last seven outings, but perhaps even more impressive is the fact that he's notched at least 18 points in each of his past eight appearances. Despite playing a secondary role on offense behind the star duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, Porzingis is making the most of his role and touches every time he steps on the hardwood. He should remain a solid fantasy contributor across all formats whenever he steps on the hardwood.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Set to play Thursday
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Porzingis (illness) isn't on the injury report for Thursday's game versus the Lakers, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.
Porzingis will return to action Thursday after missing Boston's previous contest due to an illness. The 29-year-old big man should reclaim his starting spot from Luke Kornet against Los Angeles.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Sitting Wednesday
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Porzingis (illness) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Porzingis was a late add to Wednesday's injury report due to illness, and he'll be unavailable for the Celtics as they take on the Clippers for the first leg of a back-to-back set. With Al Horford (toe) also sidelined, Luke Kornet and Neemias Queta should see plenty of action. Porzingis' next chance to play will come Thursday against the Lakers.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Iffy for Wednesday
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Porzingis (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Porzingis was a late addition to the injury report, which doesn't bode well for his status. Tuesday's game is the front end of a back-to-back set, and Porzingis will likely play in just one of these games at best. Al Horford (toe) is also questionable, so Luke Kornet could be on the streaming radar for this back-to-back.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Available for Monday
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Porzingis (foot) is not on the injury report for Monday's game against the Warriors, Jay King of The Athletic reports.
The Celtics have a clean bill of health for Monday's matchup, meaning both Porzingis and Al Horford are available. Porzingis is likely to remain in the starting lineup, as he's averaging 19.6 points, 8.3 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.6 blocks per game across seven starts in January.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Won't play vs. Atlanta
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Porzingis (foot) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hawks, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.
After dropping 23 points in 23 minutes in Friday's game against the Magic, Porzingis won't play in Saturday's game against Trae Young and company. The veteran big man seems to be back to form at this point in the season and will be missed by the Celtics when they take on a talented Hawks squad. Luke Kornet and Neemias Queta could see more time on the floor Saturday, especially with Al Horford (toe) also ruled out for this game.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Iffy for Saturday
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Porzingis is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Hawks due to left posterior tibial tendon injury management.
Porzingis has yet to play a back-to-back this season and could sit out again Saturday. With Al Horford (toe) also questionable, Luke Kornet and Neemias Queta could receive increased playing time.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Flirts with double-double in loss
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Porzingis finished with 18 points (7-11 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 0-2 3Pt), eight boards, three assists, two blocks and a steal through 35 minutes in Wednesday's 110-97 loss to the Raptors.
Prior to Wednesday's contest, the veteran big man had logged three straight double-doubles. Against the Raptors, he narrowly missed out on what would've been his fourth but contributed on the defensive side of the ball as well to round out a nice showing from a fantasy perspective. He's back in action Friday against the Magic.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Displays two-way play in win
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Porzingis ended with 19 points (7-19 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and three blocks over 34 minutes during Sunday's 120-119 win over the Pelicans.
Porzingis had a strong outing Sunday, getting it done on both ends of the floor while finishing as one of two players with a double-double. Porzingis led all Celtics in blocks while recording team-high-tying marks in threes made and rebounds in a winning effort. Porzingis matched his season high in rebounds, which he'd originally established Tuesday against Denver. All three of Porzingis' double-doubles this season have transpired within the last three games.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Takes advantage inside during win
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Porzingis posted 25 points (9-18 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-8 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals across 34 minutes during Tuesday's 118-106 victory over Denver.
Nikola Jokic's (illness) absence left the door wide open for Porzingis to dominate the paint, and he finished with his first double-double of the season. While it's surprising to note that Porzingis was without a double-double this season before Tuesday's game, the big man's attendance record hasn't helped his bottom line. He's missed a total of 23 games and is still dealing with a lingering ankle injury.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Nears double-double in defeat
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Porzingis racked up 19 points (6-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one steal in 29 minutes during Sunday's 105-92 loss to Oklahoma City.
The big man came one rebound shy of a double-double while scoring the club's third-highest mark in points behind Jayson Tatum (26 points) and Jaylen Brown (21 points). However, Porzingis was inefficient from beyond the arc Sunday, and he is on pace to shoot only 32.9 percent from downtown this season, which would be his second-lowest mark from three-point range over his nine-year career. The Celtics continue to manage Porzingis' playing time following a four-game absence due to an ankle injury, though he'll likely see a slight bump in minutes during his third outing back in another marquee matchup against the Nuggets on Tuesday.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Will play Friday against Houston
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Porzingis (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Rockets, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Porzingis has been sidelined for Boston's last four games due to a left ankle sprain he suffered against Philadelphia on Christmas Day. He started in eight of the Celtics' nine games prior to his injury, and over that span he averaged 17.9 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.8 blocks over 27.4 minutes per game. Porzingis should be in the starting lineup for Friday's game due to Al Horford (rest) sitting for the second leg of the Celtics' back-to-back set.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Questionable against Houston
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Porzingis (ankle) has been listed as questionable against the Rockets on Friday, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.
Porzingis appears to be inching closer to returning to the floor for the Celtics. The veteran big man missed the last four games while dealing with an ankle injury, which resulted in Boston starting Al Horford, who struggled to shoulder the load.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Ruled out against Minnesota
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Porzingis (ankle) has officially been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves.
Porzingis will miss a fourth straight game for the Celtics on Thursday. Al Horford will likely remain a starter, with Porzingis still on the mend. However, Horford hasn't played well over the last two games, with only five points combined while going 2-for-19 from the field.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: May play Thursday
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Porzingis (ankle) remains listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves but he went through a workout in morning shootaround and said he's "definitely getting close" to playing, Jay King of The Athletic reports.
Porzingis has missed the last three games with a left ankle sprain. The veteran big man has played in only 11 games this season and has been productive, averaging 18.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.0 three-pointers, 1.6 assists and 1.5 blocks in 27.2 minutes per contest.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Questionable to play Thursday
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Porzingis (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Porzingis has been unable to play in the Celtics' last three games due to a left ankle sprain. If he's not cleared to play Thursday, Al Horford would likely start at center while Luke Kornet and Neemias Queta would provide depth off the bench.
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Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis: Ruled out for Tuesday
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Porzingis (ankle) will not play Tuesday against Toronto.
Porzingis will be sidelined for a third straight contest. He was carrying a questionable tag prior to this update, suggesting that he's day-to-day going forward with a chance to return Jan. 2 against Minnesota. Al Horford will continue to benefit from a fantasy perspective in the meantime.