Winning back-to-back championships is no joke. Last time it happened was in 2017-2018 when the Warriors did it with Kevin Durant in their corner. This year, the Celtics are aiming to achieve the rare feat, but it comes with significant challenges. The biggest one? Staying healthy. Unlike last time, the Boston team is heading into the first-round series against the Magic with major injury woes. Particularly, for Jaylen Brown.
Well, the reigning Finals MVP has been dealing with a lingering right knee posterior impingement for quite some time. The issue limited him to playing only 63 games this season, and majority of his absence was toward the end. Moreover, Brown does not have prior experience of dealing with knee issues, which means he is taking it as it comes. Fortunately, he has his teammates to rely on in these testing times.
Turns out, Brown had a private conversation with Kristaps Porzingis about the knee injury, as the Center has dealt with similar issues in the past. Revealing the details of the interaction, KP said, “We definitely talked about it you know just because of my history also with some of the knee stuff that had bothered me in the past you know. So, we definitely talked. I gave him my point of view and what I thought could help him and yeah, he did the things necessary and I think to be as healthy and as feeling good as possible for this run that we’re about to have.”
Moreover, Porzingis assured Celtics Nation that Brown is good to go for the playoffs, “He looks good. He’s always saying that he feels good but he actually looks good and that’s the most important.” When asked what exactly he told JB that helped, The Unicorn kept it a secret, “Not to go into too much detail but some of the stuff that just had helped me. You know that helped me and we have some similar stuff maybe. He has something going on like maybe I know more or less what it is and so I just gave him my point of view.” Of course, knowing what was said is not important as long as it helps Brown stay healthy till June. Also, KP has his own health issues to worry about.
Kristaps Porzingis gives Celtics Nation major relief with positive health update
While Brown continues dealing with his knee issues, Porzingis also had his fair share of health concerns throughout the season. He was struck by an unknown illness for a major chunk, which limited him to playing only 42 games – lowest of his career. But that’s in the past and KP is ready for the big stage as the Celtics head into the playoffs.
Dec 4, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (8) takes a free throw against the Detroit Pistons during the fourth quarter at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images
Revealing how he has been feeling lately, the Center said, “I’m feeling good. Feeling good. Taking care of my body. It’s good to have these few days off of course not just for myself but you know I’m sure for a lot of guys. And yeah, feeling good, feeling healthy and ready to go.”
Well, Kristaps has been a key part of the Celtics’ lineup, averaging 19.5 points and nearly seven rebounds. Everyone remembers how pivotal he was during last year’s title run. Before he injured his leg during the Finals, the big man averaged 12.3 points and nearly two blocks in the playoffs. Surely, the Cs would be hoping for a similar production from him this year so that they can accomplish their goal of a repeat. Do you think the Boston franchise can do it with a healthy Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis?
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