BOSTON — Boston Celtics star center Kristaps Porzingis says he’s dealing with an unidentified viral illness that has kept him sidelined for the last 5 games.
Porzingis took to X on Monday night, saying “I have been dealing with some viral illness that we haven’t been able to fully identify yet. I am recovering and getting better. But still working my way back to full strenght to help this team. Thanks for support and Im hoping for a healthy return soon.”
I have been dealing with some viral illness that we haven't been able to fully identify yet. I am recovering and getting better. But still working my way back to full strenght to help this team. Thanks for support and Im hoping for a healthy return soon. 🙏💚 pic.twitter.com/3HdJvdYRG3
— Kristaps Porzingis (@kporzee) March 11, 2025
Porzingis was out yet again on Monday night for Boston’s contest with the Utah Jazz.
The 29-year-old has only played in 32 games for the Celtics this season, averaging almost 19 points and 6.8 rebounds per game.
Porzingis did not provide a timetable for his return.
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