Kristaps Porzingis Injury Update and Return Timeline: Latest on Boston Celtics Star’s Calf Injury

The Boston Celtics are on the brink of the 2024 NBA Finals, but they may have to continue their journey without star center Kristaps Porzingis. Porzingis has been sidelined with a calf injury since Game 4 of the Celtics’ first-round playoff series against the Miami Heat, and his return timeline remains uncertain.

Despite Porzingis’ absence, the Celtics have been on a tear in the playoffs. They breezed through the second round, dispatching the Cleveland Cavaliers in just five games, and have dominated the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals, taking a commanding 3-0 series lead heading into Game 4.

While there were rumors of Porzingis potentially returning for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals, the Celtics have decided to play it safe and officially ruled him out for Monday’s contest. This means that Porzingis could head into the NBA Finals without having played a single game since April 29.

The Celtics have a strong record without Porzingis, going 8-1 in the playoffs and 29-5 overall this season when he does not play. However, they may also be without Jrue Holiday (illness) and Luke Kornet (wrist) for Game 4 against the Pacers, which could pose a challenge for the team.

Despite the injuries, the Celtics remain favorites to defeat the Pacers in Game 4 according to BetMGM basketball odds. Fans can expect an exciting matchup as the Celtics look to secure their spot in the NBA Finals without their star center.