After trying to treat his sore left knee with rest, the Boston Celtics and All-Star guard Kyrie Irving determined Friday that he will need to undergo what the team described as a "minimally invasive procedure" to alleviate irritation.
While the Celtics won't know a timetable for Irving's return until after the procedure is completed Saturday, let's take a look at the potential implications for Irving and the team.
Boston locked into No. 2 seed
The good news for the Celtics is that they can afford to play without Irving the remainder of the regular season.