Kristaps Porzingis to miss FIBA World Cup due to foot injury

Porzingis will not play for Latvia in the World Cup due to plantar fasciitis.
The decision was made after consulting with the Celtics and Latvian coaching and medical staffs.
Porzingis had a strong 2021-22 NBA season, averaging career highs in points and assists.
The Celtics recently acquired Porzingis in a trade to bolster their roster.
Porzingis plans to attend the World Cup to support his Latvian teammates despite not playing.