Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis Sprains Ankle in Game Against Miami Heat
The center was taken to the locker room for evaluation after landing on an opponent's foot, casting doubt on his return.
- Boston Celtics' center Kristaps Porzingis sprained his left ankle during the game against Miami Heat.
- Porzingis was injured midway through the third quarter when he landed on Miami's Bam Adebayo's foot while contesting a shot.
- He was quickly taken to the locker room for treatment and evaluation and was listed as doubtful to return.
- Before his injury, Porzingis had scored 19 points in 21 minutes of the game.
- Porzingis, who has a history of injuries, has played in 33 of the Celtics’ 45 games this season, averaging 19.5 points and 6.8 rebounds per game.