Kristaps Porzingis' brief tenure with the Boston Celtics included significant contributions during their 2023-24 title run. However, the following season saw him limited to just 42 games due to injury and subsequently eliminated in the second round of the playoffs. The Celtics' plans shifted dramatically after trading Porzingis to the Atlanta Hawks, following the Jrue Holiday acquisition, indicating a broader roster reset.

Porzingis expressed gratitude to the Celtics organization and fans, acknowledging his time in Boston positively. Joining the Hawks, he aims to pair with Trae Young under Quin Snyder's leadership, hoping to elevate the Hawks, who narrowly missed the playoffs last season.