Kristaps Porzingis Health, Injury Updates & History

Availability for the Eastern Conference Finals in question as he recovers from a right soleus strain suffered in Game 4 of the first-round series.

Likely to miss the Celtics' second-round series in the playoffs with a right soleus strain suffered in Game 4 of the first-round series.

Left Game 4 during 2Q due to whaat is being reported as right calf tightness, suffered injury in non-contact manor - Pro Basketball Docs by analysis believe Porzingis suffered a significant calf strain (not the dreaded Achilles tear) that will likely keep him out the remainder of series and potentially start of next series if they advance, past calf issues in 2023

Returned from a five-game absence due to a right hamstring strain with lower than usual minutes. Celtics are likely to manage key players with rest or reduced minutes as they prepare for the playoffs with a significant lead in the Eastern Conference.

Porzingis missed a third straight game on Tuesday with a right hamstring strain suffered late last week. He may well miss more time to ensure full recovery and avoid reaggravation.

Did not return to Feb. 14 game with right ankle sprain he suffered in 1st half against the Nets - Porzingis said he was available to play in the 2nd half but was held out due to the lopsided score - opposite side as Jan. 25 left ankle sprain but this issue shouldn't cause him to miss time out of the All-Star break

Missed two games with a sprained ankle in late January and five games total missed with minor injuries during the month. Returned playing usual minutes, no concerns moving forward.

By video, suffered left ankle inversion sprain in 3rd quarter Thursday night against the Heat - has previous history of sprains on that side including last season when he missed 3 games - likely to return after a short absence with a chance to play Monday against the Pelicans or Tuesday against the Pacers