Porzingis projects return to Celtics in conference finals

O Boston Celtics is hoping to count on the Latvian Kristaps Porzingis even during the series against Indiana Pacers for the finals of Eastern Conference. The pivot would be absent for the second match between the teams, but he would already be very close to returning to the court. According to the journalist Adrian Wojnarowskifrom the North American “ESPN”, the starter wants to return to the rotation in the fourth clash between the franchises.

Porzingis reported the physical problem in the fourth game of the first round series of the playoffs NBAagainst Miami Heat. Days later, the franchise revealed that it was a soleus contracture. The muscle impacts stability from the knee to the heel. Because of this, the player did not participate in any of the five victory games in the East semifinals, against Cleveland Cavaliers.

There has been optimism within the franchise about the Latvian’s return since last week. But in recent days, sentiment has increased. Woj revealed that the athlete showed a pace of improvement in training earlier than expected. Both on the court and regarding his reconditioning. Thus, what seemed only probable became a certainty within the Celtics. However, the journalist also stated that the Massachusetts team’s management should be careful with the athlete’s return, mainly due to his worrying physical history. “The team does not want to rush Kristaps’ return, as they continue with a very conservative approach. But everyone guarantees that it is very close to its ideal conditions.”commented the reporter.