Kristaps Porzingis has been assigned to the Maine Celtics for practice as he continues his recovery from a rare ankle injury sustained during last season's NBA Finals. The Boston Celtics announced that this move marks a new phase in his rehabilitation, although his return timeline remains uncertain.

Despite Porzingis' absence, the Celtics have performed impressively, starting the season with an 11-3 record. Al Horford and other reserve players have stepped up, contributing to the team's strong offensive and defensive ratings.