A tweet from the Latvian Basketball Association refutes a rumor circulating Wednesday that Kristaps Porzingis may miss the FIBA World Cup because of injury concerns.
The original report came from Rupert Fabig of BIG Deutschland, who said sources told him that Porzingis was experiencing “something with his foot” and that he and the Celtics were working with Latvian officials on a final decision. Porzingis didn’t participate in Latvia’s first two exhibition games.
Latvia has denied Fabig’s report, stating that Porzingis continues to train in anticipation of playing in the international tournament.
“There has been information that questions the participation of Kristaps Porzingis in the FIBA World Cup,” the tweet reads. “LBS denies this information. Both the players’ individual preparation plans and the team’s overall training process are ongoing. The line-up for the match against the Dominican Republic will be announced on August 12.”
Porzingis has been affected by injuries frequently throughout his career, starting with an ACL tear that caused him to miss all of 2018/19. He played 65 games for the Wizards last year, the most since his second NBA season.
The Celtics are counting on continued good health from Porzingis after parting with Marcus Smart to acquire him in a three-team trade and giving him a two-year, $60MM extension.
Bad karma coming to Celtics for trading their heart and soul for picks. Could of traded White instead
Why would they do that? White is better.
Smart won a DPOY, which end of season award did White win? Worst hairline?
Smart is a good defender, but lately not a good facilitator. White is also a good in offense. They should have traded J.Brown though.
Smart won that award 2 years ago, and he didn’t even deserve it that year. White is a better all around player.
Yes, Celtics have not learned anything. Please let everyone you just signed play in Euro games that mean nothing to anyone who actually cares about basketball.
KP will look nice in a suit every game.
Speak for yourself but plenty of people care about international ball. And it’s the World Cup not European games…
Increasing the # of fans worldwide is what is driving up franchise values and player contracts. The owners and players care about that. A broader fan base with diverse opinions will also generate new innovations and make the game better / more interesting. I care about that..
It’s gonna be a long year in Boston ….
Gee, I surprised to see so many trolls regarding this article.
Troll season is in full bloom right now