Brad Stevens Gives Update On Kristaps Porzingis’ Health

For several years now, the Boston Celtics have been a title contender though they haven’t been able to quite get over the hump.

Following an appearance in the 2022 NBA Finals, the Celtics managed to make it to the Eastern Conference Finals this past postseason but lost to the Miami Heat in seven games.

The disappointing end to their season led Boston to swing a blockbuster deal in the summer where they shipped out Marcus Smart and brought in Kristaps Porzingis.

Porzingis had a resurgent year with the Washington Wizards, looking like the All-Star he once was when he was still with the New York Knicks.

With Porzingis on board, the Celtics have a true stretch-five who can also create his own shot when given the opportunity.

However, the Latvia native has been dealing with plantar fasciitis over the offseason though Brad Stevens provided a positive update via Jones & Mego with Arcand.

“Kristaps seems to be in a really good place, like, he is focused on what matters…He’s coming here to do his part and help us win,” Stevens said.

Brad Stevens updates on Kristaps Porziņģis

“Kristaps seems to be in a really good place, like, he is focused on what matters… He’s coming here to do his part and help us win.“ pic.twitter.com/Gcc5tL1aYv

— Jones & Mego with Arcand (@JonesandMego) August 29, 2023

Boston fans have been rightfully concerned with Porzingis’ current ailment given his extensive injury history, though Stevens doesn’t seem panicked about it.

Unlike other injuries, plantar fasciitis can be effectively managed over the course of the regular season which means there should be little doubt about Porzingis’ availability to start the year.

When healthy, Porzingis is a real offensive threat and he should be able to help a Boston team that is once again aiming for a championship.