Kristaps Porziņģis recently made his debut with the Golden State Warriors after a six-week absence from the court. Despite only scoring 12 points, he felt good during the game but acknowledged he is not yet in perfect condition. In his first outing with the Warriors, Porziņģis spent 17 minutes on the court, making five of nine field goal attempts, but the team suffered a loss against his former team, the Boston Celtics, with a final score of 110-121.

Following the game, Porziņģis reflected positively on his performance, stating that he was far from his ideal physical form, yet he was satisfied for his first game back after an extended break. He articulated that as he spent more time on the court, he started to feel progressively better and viewed the match as a solid foundation for improving his performance in the forthcoming games. His confidence seemed to grow, emphasizing that he sees potential for better performance as he gets more accustomed to the game pace and his new team dynamics.

Warriors' head coach Steve Kerr has previously indicated that Porziņģis would have limited playing time, which likely reflects the team's strategy to manage his transition back into competitive play after his injury layoff. The situation may highlight the challenges faced by teams incorporating players recovering from injuries and underscores the importance of gradual re-introduction to avoid further setbacks while optimizing team performance.