Ian Begley of ESPN New York reports that Kristaps Porzingis is questionable for the New York Knicks game vs. the Toronto Raptors.
New York Knicks (18-22) forward Kristaps Porzingis has already missed four games this season due to a sore Achilles. Sunday afternoon could be his fifth.
According to Ian Begley of ESPN New York, Porzingis is questionable for New York’s divisional matchup with the Raptors.
Kristaps Porzingis was limited in practice today (sore left Achillies). He's questionable for tomorrow's game against Toronto.
— Ian Begley (@IanBegley) January 14, 2017
Per Begley, even Porzingis doubted his ability to suit up Sunday.
Kristaps Porzingis said of playing tomorrow, "probably not", because he sat out of the contact portion of practice.
— Ian Begley (@IanBegley) January 14, 2017
The Knicks are just 1-3 in his absence and facing that obstacle against one of the league’s best offensive teams is daunting. They’ll need their best interior defender to have any chance.
The last time we saw Porzingis, he was getting props from Hall of Famer Allen Iverson.
Words of encouragement for @kporzee from @alleniverson! ?? #ThisIsWhyWePlay pic.twitter.com/c7T1zqJwkd
— NBA (@NBA) January 13, 2017
The Knicks need Porzingis back, but like Iverson said he’s headed in the right direction. They don’t want to compromise the future.
In 36 games, Porzingis is averaging 34.1 minutes, 19.4 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.0 blocks, and 1.4 assists on a slash line of .449/.402/.789.
The Knicks tip off against the Raptors at 3:00 p.m. ET.
