The Boston Celtics are gearing up for a high-stakes showdown in the 2024 NBA Finals against the Dallas Mavericks. One key player’s return could significantly impact the outcome of this thrilling series: Kristaps Porzingis.
Porzingis, the Celtics’ big man, has been sidelined since April 29 due to a calf strain. His absence during the playoffs raised concerns, but recent developments suggest that he’s ready to make a triumphant comeback. The question on everyone’s mind: Will he be back in action for Game 1?
According To Reports Kristaps Porzingis is Ready For The Finals
According to Shams Charania, Porzingis has completed multiple scrimmages in recent days, signaling his readiness for the Finals. The long break between the Eastern Conference finals (where the Celtics swept the Indiana Pacers) and the NBA Finals allowed him extra time to recover. Now, he’s set to rejoin the lineup just in time for the championship clash.
Kristaps Porzingis is expected to return for Game 1 of the NBA Finals barring setback, per @ShamsCharania pic.twitter.com/iV3vfXjFC7
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) June 4, 2024
The NBA Finals hold special significance for Kristaps Porzingis. Not only will he face the formidable Dallas Mavericks, but he’ll also square off against his former team. The revenge elements are palpable: While Porzingis battles Dallas, former Celtics star Kyrie Irving will confront the Mavericks. Irving left Boston as a free agent in 2019 and famously stomped on Lucky the Leprechaun (the Celtics’ logo) after beating them in a 2021 series as a member of the Brooklyn Nets.
Dallas won’t be an easy opponent. Their new starting lineup, formed at the trade deadline, boasts an impressive record. Kristaps Porzingis’s return will be critical as the Celtics aim to counter the Mavericks’ offensive firepower.
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