Is Kristaps Porzingis playing tonight vs the Boston Celtics? Latest update on the Golden State Warriors star's injury report (February 19, 2026)

Kristaps Porzingis may play tonight, but there is no confirmation yet. The Golden State Warriors have listed him as questionable for their game against the Boston Celtics. He has not played since joining the team earlier this month.The Warriors have been careful with his recovery. Porzingis is dealing with a left Achilles issue, and the team has held him out to manage it. That makes this game the first real chance for his debut.

Boston Celtics vs Golden State Warriors Game details and current situation (February 19, 2026)

Golden State Warrios are 29-26 and sits eighth in the Western Conference. Boston is 35-19 and among the top teams in the East. The game will be played at Chase Center with a 10:00 PM ET tip-off.The Warriors went 2-4 in their last six games before the All-Star break.

Boston also comes in short-handed. Both teams are dealing with key absences.

Kristaps Porzingis injury update vs Boston Celtics (February 19, 2026)

Kristaps Porzingis is listed as questionable with left Achilles tendon management. He missed four games after the trade while continuing recovery from earlier tendinitis and an illness during his time in Atlanta.Head coach Steve Kerr said Porzingis should fit into the system without much adjustment. If he plays, his minutes are expected to be limited.

Trade details and role

The Golden State Warriors acquired Porzingis on February 5, 2026. They sent Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to the Atlanta Hawks.He joins a group that includes Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Al Horford, De’Anthony Melton, Gary Payton II, Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody and Trayce Jackson-Davis. Jimmy Butler is out for the season.Porzingis said facing Boston will feel different. He is expected to help with shooting and rim protection once he is available.

Golden State Warriors injury report

Stephen Curry will miss the game with right knee pain. This is his sixth straight absence. Seth Curry is out with a nerve issue, and Jimmy Butler remains out after ACL surgery.If Porzingis does not play, Draymond Green and Al Horford will handle most of the frontcourt minutes. Boston will be without Jayson Tatum, who is recovering from an Achilles injury.

What to expect

If Kristaps Porzingis plays, he gives Golden State another scoring option and more size. The team will likely limit his time on the court.Boston will rely on Jaylen Brown and Derrick White to carry the offense. Golden State will need scoring from other players with Curry still out.Also read: Boston Celtics vs Golden State Warriors injury report: Who's playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (February 19, 2026)His final status should be clear closer to tip-off.