Mike Passador
Mike graduated from Boston University's Dual Degree Program with a BA in Economics and a BS in Business with Concentrations in Marketing and Operations Management. He is a faithful supporter of Toronto sports and the Detroit Lions and is always ready to be let down. Tweet to him @Mike_Pandador, but if you badmouth Jose Calderon you might get blocked.
Nicolas Claxton (left hamstring) listed probable for Monday
Nicolas Claxton (left hamstring soreness) is probable for Monday's game.
Chandler Hutchison (right shoulder) will be active on Monday
Chandler Hutchison (right shoulder strain) will be available on Monday.
Fred VanVleet (hamstring) now doubtful for Tuesday
Fred VanVleet (hamstring) has now been downgraded to doubtful for Tuesday's game.
Matt Thomas (finger fracture) will return to action on Tuesday
Matt Thomas (left middle finger fracture) will return to the lineup on Tuesday against the Blazers.
Damian Jones (right adductor tension) questionable vs. Nuggets
Damian Jones (right adductor tension) is questionable to face the Nuggets on Monday.
DeAndre' Bembry (elbow, hip) good to go vs. DEN
DeAndre' Bembry (right elbow, hip contusion) is not on the injury report for Monday's game.
Cam Reddish (right wrist sprain) probable for Monday
Cam Reddish (right wrist sprain) is probable for Monday's game.
Celtics encouraged by latest MRI on Robert Williams
Brad Stevens said that there were positive indicators from the latest MRI on Robert Williams (hip edema).
Report: Blake Griffin considering season-ending knee surgery
Blake Griffin is visiting a knee specialist and season-ending surgery is under consideration, per Yahoo's Chris Haynes.
Lauri Markkanen (ankle sprain) shaping up as GTD on Monday
Lauri Markkanen, initially listed as doubtful with a left ankle sprain, said he'll warm up before Monday's game in an effort to play.
Matt Thomas (finger fracture) will be sent to G League for rehab assignment
Matt Thomas (finger fracture) was able to practice on Monday and will head to the G League for further rehab purposes.
Fred VanVleet (hamstring) questionable for Tuesday vs. Blazers
Fred VanVleet (hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday's game.
John Collins (back) expected to play on Monday
John Collins (back contusion) was able to go through shootaround and expects to play on Monday night.
Kevin Porter Jr. (left knee sprain) out at least two weeks
Kevin Porter Jr. has been diagnosed with a sprained left knee and will be re-evaluated in two weeks.