From 'Clap Your Hands' (subscribe here): Five months to the day after undergoing surgery to repair a dislocated posterior tibialis tendon suffered in Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Finals against the Dallas Mavericks, Kristaps Porzingis made his return to action. The big man finished with 16 points, six rebounds, two assists, one steal, and two blocks in 23 minutes as the Celtics blew out the Clippers with a 32-point win. Meghan Ottolini and Justin Turpin react to Porzingis' triumphant return and discuss how his presence showcased his true value.

Plus, how Porzingis unlocks Jaylen Brown, what to expect from the Celtics' NBA Cup chances, and an analysis of early-season trends.

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