Is the Boston Celtics roster final? The team is navigating roster decisions as the February 6 trade deadline approaches. But, looks like they may have gotten someone: none other than the 25-year-old forward, Drew Peterson. He is someone who has earned attention after an impressive performance during the preseason. Don’t believe it yet? Keep reading.

Over the past month, the hooper who is with his G-League team Maine Celtics, has played in 7 games, averaging 11.6 minutes per night. In those outings, Peterson averaged 2.9 points and 2.3 rebounds. His shooting from three has been inconsistent at 30.8%, but his versatility remains key.

His solid play has sparked discussions about his future with the main roster of the Celtics. NBC Sports Boston’s Chris Forsberg suggested he could be a low-cost option to fill the final roster spot. He could also be elevated from his two-way contract, similar to how Neemias Queta earned a spot last season. While the hooper has impressed everyone he’s still far down the depth chart, behind key players like Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Al Horford. Yet, his off-ball movement and floor spacing could still be valuable for Joe Mazzulla’s rotation. But, wait there is another update that may affect this.

When Kristaps Porzingis was forced to leave the game against the Washington Wizards, on Sunday, it left fans worried if he would ever come back. Porzingis played just 11 minutes before suffering what seemed to be a heel injury. However, he wasn’t aware of the severity of the injury, assuring that it was “nothing major” and that it was just a precautionary move. Well, Mazzulla remains hopeful still as can be seen with his recent update. “He’s getting better…he’s gonna go through some shooting and then we’ll see how he is day to day.”

With the Celtics going strong this season and their pursuit of the top seed in the Eastern Conference, the question remains—how long can they continue to rely on their depth before Porzingis is fully healthy to return to the court?

His presence has been pivotal for the team, and his timely return could make a huge difference as the Celtics aim for postseason success. Will Mazzulla make the most of his roster depth or hold out for Porzingis to return to full strength? However, with that, let’s look into what he has scored this season so far.

How much had Kristaps Porzingis scored this season? Was he strong?

Kristaps Porzingis has undoubtedly been one of the most significant forces for the team so far. Here’s it- by averaging 19.0 points per game, he has displayed an impressive shooting touch. In this month till now, the hooper averages 27.2 minutes per game, posting a solid field goal percentage of 45.3%. His three-point attempts have knocked down 36.4%.

In their last game against the Wizards, the team won by 112-98, when he played only 11 minutes but still managed to score 11 points. His efficient shooting, hitting 83.3% of his shots, shows his capacity to contribute, even in limited minutes. Despite the heel injury, he remained confident in his recovery, downplaying its severity.

His performance earlier this month also stood out, particularly in the win over Pistons, where he posted 26 points and 9 rebounds. This kind of dominant play has solidified his role as a key player. His efforts on both ends of the floor provide balance to the Celtics’ dynamic lineup.

Looking at his season averages, Porzingis has been a steady scorer and a reliable presence. And to answer if he was strong or not, then he was pretty strong at least in the matches he played. He contributes in almost every statistical category—7.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.3 blocks, and 0.9 steals. This makes him a key figure in the Celtics’ push to reach the East.

His contributions are not just about scoring. Porzingis brings leadership and valuable depth to the roster. With more consistency and health, the Celtics could see even more from their star big man. Will his return to full health allow the Celtics to become even more dangerous? Do share your views in the comments session below.