The Celtics are in need of some good news following their latest collapse on Friday night. It appears they have some.
Staring point guard Marcus Smart is probable to play in Sunday’s game against the Wizards. Smart has missed the Celtics’ last six games, sitting out the first game in that stretch due to a right thigh contusion before entering the league’s health and safety protocols. Smart cleared the health and safety protocols on Tuesday, but missed Wednesday’s game against the Hornets and Friday’s game against the Blazers due to conditioning.
The Celtics fared well at the beginning of Smart’s absence, going 3-1 in the first four games – putting up solid offensive performances in wins over the Pacers and Bulls.