Former Celtics big man may have already played his final game with new team

Fansided | December 16, 2025

The Atlanta Hawks could trade former Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis before he returns from illness.

Oct 6, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward/center Kristaps Porzingis (8) reacts during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Former Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis could have very well played his final game for the Atlanta Hawks. Porzingis, who was traded to Atlanta back in June, is set to be sidelined for at least two weeks with a prolonged illness.