At 2-11, the Raptors have the worst record in the NBA. Center Jakob Poeltl ranks seventh in the league with a team-leading 11.1 rebounds per game. Shooting guard RJ Barrett has the ninth-most turnovers in the league (3.6).

On Saturday evening, the Boston Celtics will host the Toronto Raptors. For the game, they have announced their injury report. Via The Boston Celtics on Friday: "Injury Report for tomorrow vs. Toronto: Jrue Holiday (left knee tendinopathy) - QUESTIONABLE Kristaps Porzingis (left posterior tibialis tendon surgery rehabilitation) - OUT Jaden Springer (left knee tendinopathy) - QUESTIONABLE" Holiday is averaging 12.

The New Orleans Pelicans (3-9) have six players on the injury report, including Jose Alvarado, for their matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers (7-4) at Smoothie King Center on Saturday, November 16 at 8:00 PM ET.

Forecasts had him back late Nov. to 2024's end, and we're at the earliest part of that range while KP's presence around the team is more visible.

Coach Joe Mazzulla said Porzingis has been doing some full-court one-on-five work with assistant coaches. Point guard Jrue Holiday worked on defensive drills with Porzingis during Friday’s practice, and it provided a reminder of what Porzingis will provide when he returns.

Porzingis is becoming increasingly vocal from the sidelines. Brown believes Porzingis' engagement levels are a good sign, as it indicates he's getting mentally prepared to return to the court. Porzingis is a genuine X-Factor for the Celtics.