The Celtics signed the former Minnesota Timberwolves center to a two-year, $5.5 million, fully guaranteed contract fresh on the heels of losing backup big man Luke Kornet to the San Antonio Spurs and a four-season,

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Portzingis played two seasons in Boston (2023-2025). He played 57 games in his first season and 42 in his second while battling injuries. While his stint was short, Portzingis won an NBA championship with the Celtics in 2024.