The need to get Kristaps Porzingis some game action before the playoffs apparently will happen, starting perhaps Wednesday against New Orleans.
Tentatively speaking, of course.
The 7-3 Porzingis went through Monday’s practice at Memphis but will not play against the Grizzlies on Tuesday.
Porzingis, who has been out for the past six games with right knee soreness, said he very much wants to play as many of the four remaining games as possible to prepare for the postseason.
“It wouldn’t be right if I (made his return in) the playoffs,” Porzingis said. “We’ve been building this whole regular season.