Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (eye) will be available for Monday's rematch with the Indiana Pacers after exiting Saturday's tilt following six minutes of action. Porzingis is dealing with irritation in his right eye after Aaron Nesmith poked him in their last time out, but it won't be enough to hold him out of this contest. The 28-year-old sharpshooting big man is returning third-round fantasy numbers in nine-category leagues during his Celtics debut season, amassing 19.8 points on 53.6% shooting from the field, 7.1 rebounds, 1.7 three-pointers, and 1.7 blocks per game. Porzingis should not face any minute restrictions on Monday, and he finds himself in a potential eruption spot with Jayson Tatum (ankle) out against a Pacers defense bleeding the second-most points per game (124.1) this year.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (eye) has been listed as questionable for the team's game against the Indiana Pacers on Monday as he deals with right eye irritation. It's unclear how bad the irritation is right now, but he first suffered the injury during the first quarter against the Pacers on Saturday and had to leave the game after getting hit in the eye while fighting for a rebound. They'll likely wait for shootaround to see if his eye healed enough to comfortably be on the floor. If he's unable to suit up, Al Horford will move into the starting lineup again and Luke Kornet will be the first big man off of the bench. Horford is always a quality streaming option when Porzingis doesn't play, regardless of league size.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (eye) is considered questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Indiana Pacers. The star big man was poked in the eye during the first quarter and has yet to return to the contest. The expectation is that Al Horford will see a bigger role in the second half, assuming Porzingis is unable to return. This sounds like minor issue that shouldn't sideline Porzingis more than just this game.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) has been tagged as doubtful for their Friday night matchup against the Toronto Raptors. He's listed with left calf injury management, so it seems as though this will just be a rest day of sorts. At the same time, four of the starting five are listed as questionable or doubtful and Al Horford (rest) will also sit this one out. Fantasy managers who are depending on Porzingis should get their backup plan ready because it would be surprising if he ended up getting upgraded to active. Since he and Horford will both likely be out, Neemias Queta would probably move into the starting lineup while Luke Kornet gets some minutes off of the bench.

Boston Celtics forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) might have to skip a second consecutive game on Monday versus the Lakers. He sprained his left ankle last week and couldn't suit up on Saturday versus the Clippers, and the team considers him questionable for Monday's action. Al Horford will likely remain in the starting lineup if Porzingis isn't ready to return on Christmas Day. The veteran tends to be inconsistent with his work, but he's been solid overall across 10 previous starts this season, averaging 9.1 points with 8.2 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 1.7 blocks. The Lakers have done well defensively against centers this season, but there have been some struggles on the glass against opposing ones.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (ankle) won't play on Saturday afternoon versus the Los Angeles Clippers. He's battled a calf issue for months. However, the veteran tweaked his left ankle in Wednesday's meeting with the Sacramento Kings, so now he's dealing with another ailment. At this point, Porzingis may miss more time moving ahead, especially since the Celtics need him healthy. Fortunately, Al Horford has played well in the starting lineup this season, averaging 9.4 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks, giving him a higher ceiling for fantasy managers.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) isn't listed on the team's injury report for Wednesday's game against the Sacramento Kings, but teammate Al Horford (rest) will not play. Porzingis returns from a one-game respite as the Celtics manage his left calf strain, and Horford takes a seat for maintenance purposes on the second night of a back-to-back. More usage is headed Porzingis' direction, with Jayson Tatum (ankle) sitting out for Wednesday's battle with the Kings due to an ankle sprain. Porzingis is tallying 18.9 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.7 three-pointers, and 1.6 blocks per game in 2023-24. After Horford served his fantasy purpose with a 13-point, 12-rebound double-double in KP's stead on Tuesday against the Golden State Warriors, the veteran should suit back up on Saturday for a duel with the Los Angeles Clippers.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) will not play on Tuesday against the Golden State Warriors. It's being labeled as injury management for Porzingis, who missed four games between Nov. 26 and Dec. 4 due to a left calf strain. Tuesday's rematch of the 2022 NBA Finals is the first part of a back-to-back for Boston, so it's fair to expect Porzingis to make his way back into the lineup on Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings. Maintenance days are an aspect fantasy managers signed up for when they spent an early-round pick this past fall on the Latvian All-Star, who is acclimating to life in Beantown quite well with averages of 18.9 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.7 three-pointers, and 1.6 blocks after an offseason trade. Al Horford is a fine streamer and chalky DFS play against the Dubs, averaging 11.6 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 2.6 blocks, and 2.0 threes in 30.9 minutes over five games without KP this year.

Boston Celtics forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) has landed back on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's contest against Golden State. He's dealing with left calf tightness and might sit this one out as the Celtics start a back-to-back set. Porzingis missed his sixth game of the season Friday versus Orlando when Boston completed a back-to-back. He returned to the court on Sunday in a rematch with the Magic. Al Horford could have a very large part to play in Porzingis' absence on Tuesday, especially with Luke Kornet (groin) remaining unavailable. Lamar Stevens is in line to benefit as well, and he moved to the starting unit as Porzingi's replacement on Friday when Horford also missed the game.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) isn't listed on the league's official injury report, suggesting he'll play in Sunday's meeting with the visiting Magic. The 28-year-old didn't suit up on Friday night against Orlando, the first of back-to-back encounters between the clubs. But the C's also didn't have Al Horford (rest) or Luke Kornet (adductor), so Lamar Stevens and Neemias Queta split the work in the middle. However, neither man did much in terms of fantasy production, meaning neither warrants fantasy consideration, even more so with Horford and Porzingis back in the mix.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) has been listed as doubtful for the team's Friday night game against the Orlando Magic. Seeing as the star big man just returned from a four-game absence last week, it's not surprising that they'll likely give him a rest day in the second half of a back-to-back. Since he's more likely to be sidelined, the frontcourt will be very thin with Al Horford (rest) and Luke Kornet (adductor) both being ruled out. Neemias Queta seems like the most likely candidate to move into the starting five while Sam Hauser, Lamar Stevens, and Oshae Brissett will all see some extra minutes as well.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) is listed as probable for Thursday's game versus the Cleveland Cavaliers. Porzingis missed four games between Nov. 26 through Dec. 4 due to his injured left calf, but he's put up 21 points in two straight games since his return. Thursday is the front end of back-to-back games for the Celtics, which is likely the main reason he's even on the injury report to begin with. With KP likely to play on Thursday, there's a chance Boston opts to load manage him on Friday against the surprising Orlando Magic. Porzingis won't have to deal with the smothering defense of Evan Mobley (knee) on Thursday, and more usage could fall onto his plate if Jaylen Brown (ankle) sits out.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) is probable to play on Friday against the New York Knicks. Porzingis has missed four games in a row with a left calf strain that he suffered on Nov. 24, but he is expected to return for a "revenge game" against the team that drafted him in 2015 and traded him away during 2019. The "Unicorn" is averaging 18.9 points on a career-high 54.7% shooting clip from the field, 6.7 boards, 1.7 blocks, and 1.6 three-pointers in 30.3 minutes over 15 games and needs to be returned to all season-long fantasy lineups if active, regardless of any possible minutes restrictions. Al Horford has been filling in down low for head coach Joe Mazzulla in Porzingis' stead, averaging 11.6 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 2.6 swats in 30.9 minutes over five starts without Porzingis. The veteran should shift back to the bench and offer diminished fantasy value, assuming KP rejoins Boston's lineup on Friday.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice and participated in a 5-on-5 scrimmage with coaches after the session. "I believe so", Porzingis said when asked if he is ready to play. Porzingis has missed four straight games due to a left calf strain, but fantasy managers should be glad to hear that he's on the cusp of a return. An early-round fantasy beast when healthy, the oft-injured 28-year-old All-Star is averaging 18.9 points on a career-high 54.7% field-goal shooting, 6.7 boards, 1.7 blocks, and 1.6 treys in 30.3 minutes over 15 games. Al Horford has manned the middle in Porzingis' stead, averaging 11.6 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 2.6 rejections in 30.9 minutes covering five starts sans Porzingis, but he'll revert back to a reserve role if KP rejoins head coach Joe Mazzulla's lineup on Friday versus the New York Knicks.

There's optimism that Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) will return this week. Porzingis remains out for Monday's In-Season Tournament quarterfinals versus the Indiana Pacers, but there's increasing confidence that he'd be available for a potential semifinals round on Thursday if the Celtics advance. Porzingis, a notoriously slow healer, will have missed four games due to a left calf strain after Monday. But fantasy managers hope that Boston takes care of business against Indy, otherwise the Celts don't have another game officially scheduled until Dec. 12 vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers at this juncture. An early-round fantasy stud when healthy, the oft-injured 28-year-old All-Star is averaging 18.9 points, 1.7 blocks, and 1.6 treys in Beantown. Manning the middle in KP's stead, Al Horford is a must-roster asset with averages of 14.0 points, 9.5 boards, 3.8 assists, and 3.0 swats in 30.7 minutes covering four starts sans Porzingis this year.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) is set to miss his fourth consecutive game with a left calf strain after he was officially ruled out of the team's knockout game for the in-season tournament on Monday. Fortunately for the Celtics, they're on a three-game win streak while Porzingis has been out. There isn't a firm timetable for his return yet, so Al Horford will continue to get the starting role while Neemias Queta and Luke Kornet will get the added minutes off of the bench.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) will miss a third consecutive game with a left calf strain as he's officially been ruled out for the division-rivalry game against the Philadelphia 76ers. We're approaching the one-week mark when the team said he would be re-evaluated and he's been able to do a bit of work at practice, but still has the calf wrapped right now. In his place, Al Horford will remain in the starting lineup while Luke Kornet will see more backup minutes.

Boston Celtics forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) won't play in Tuesday's in-season tournament meeting with the Chicago Bulls. The veteran injured his calf during Friday's matchup against the Orlando Magic and didn't return. He also sat out Sunday's game against the Atlanta Hawks, opening the door for Al Horford to remain in the starting lineup. Horford logged 32 minutes in that one, finishing with 15 rebounds, six points, two blocks, and one steal. As a result, Horford deserves consideration in all fantasy setups, even more so if Jrue Holiday (ankle) is ruled out. On the other hand, Sam Hauser would emerge as a viable fantasy option in deep formats.

Boston Celtics forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) isn't available for Sunday's matchup with the Atlanta Hawks. The veteran lasted only 22 minutes in Friday's meeting against the Orlando Magic. Unfortunately, he suffered a calf strain and didn't return to the contest. Porzingis had an MRI on Saturday, although fantasy managers should expect to be without him for at least a few games. As a result, Al Horford could move into the starting lineup. On the other hand, guys like Luke Kornet and Sam Hauser could see enough action to warrant consideration in 12-team leagues and up.

Boston Celtics forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) finished with nine points, four boards, and two steals in Friday's loss to the Orlando Magic. Unfortunately, the veteran logged only 22 minutes of work before exiting for the remainder of the contest due to a left calf issue. The team is optimistic the injury isn't "too serious," although he'll have an MRI on Saturday to determine the severity. Porzingis has played well in his first season with the Celtics, averaging 19.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.8 blocks, and a career-high 55.3% shooting from the field. Boston's next contest will occur on Sunday against the Atlanta Hawks. However, Porzingis could miss that one, considering his lengthy injury history. If he doesn't suit up, Al Horford could slide back into the starting lineup. At the same time, Luke Kornet, who had 12 points, six rebounds, two steals, and two blocks on Friday, could see streaming interest.