JORDAN WALSH NEWS

Available to play Walsh (illness) will be available for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact After missing the past two games for Boston, Walsh is no longer appearing on the injury report. Walsh is a fringe rotation player, however, so this news doesn't impact many fantasy managers.

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Out with illness Walsh (illness) is out for Friday's game against the Kings, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Walsh will sit out for consecutive games with an illness Friday. His next opportunity to suit up arrives Sunday against the Pelicans. Walsh's absence against Sacramento should not affect Boston's rotation very much, but the sharpshooting Sam Hauser should have a longer leash from the second unit.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Walsh (illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Kings.

Impact Walsh is in danger of missing his second straight contest Friday due to an illness. However, Walsh is an inconsistent part of Boston's rotation even when available.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Walsh (illness) won't play in Tuesday's game against the Nuggets, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Walsh will join teammate Derrick White (illness) on the sidelines with a non-COVID illness. His next chance to play arrives Friday against Sacramento. Walsh's absence is unlikely to impact Boston's rotation very much, but Sam Hauser may have a longer leash from the second unit Tuesday.

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Questionable for Tuesday Walsh (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's game versus Denver.

Impact Walsh is typically a fringe rotation player for Boston, as he's averaging 8.8 minutes across 26 appearances.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Banged-up Jordan Walsh answering the bell was not overlooked by Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla - The Boston Globe “I feel like everything you do here builds a reputation, so if I go and sit out when I was supposed to play, now I’m soft,” Walsh said.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Good to go Thursday Walsh (ribs) is available for Thursday's game versus the Pistons.

Impact Walsh has been upgraded from questionable to available Thursday despite dealing with a left rib contusion. With Jayson Tatum (knee), Sam Hauser (adductor) and Jaden Springer (illness) all out against Detroit, Walsh could receive increased playing time.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with bruised ribs Walsh is questionable for Thursday's game against Detroit due to a left rib contusion.

Impact Walsh has migrated back and forth between the Celtics and their G League affiliate, picking up a bruised rib along the way. The 20-year-old has only logged double-digit minutes on six occasions this year, but with Sam Hauser (adductor) doubtful Thursday, Walsh would be a candidate to help fill the potential void.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back to NBA Boston recalled Walsh from the G League's Maine Celtics on Monday.

Impact Walsh played in the Maine Celtics' 109-108 loss to the Greensboro Swarm on Sunday, notching 20 points (8-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block over 29 minutes. However, he's not expected to crack Boston's rotation anytime soon.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assigned to G League Boston assigned Walsh to the G League Maine Celtics on Sunday.

Impact Walsh made his first start of the 2024-25 regular season against the Heat on Dec. 2, but he has not played in each of the Celtics' last two games and will head to the G League along with Baylor Scheierman to get some additional playing time. Walsh played in 27 regular-season games for the Maine Celtics last season and averaged 14.7 points, 7.5 rebounds and 1.4 assists over 29.8 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench role Walsh is not starting Wednesday against the Pistons, Zack Cox of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact As expected, Walsh is back on the bench after making a spot start in the win over the Heat on Monday. Walsh is averaging just 1.5 points and 0.9 rebounds per game off the bench this season, so he shouldn't carry a lot of fantasy appeal.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Draws rare start Walsh is starting Monday's game against the Heat, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Walsh will draw his first start of the season after barely cracking the rotation for the first month of the NBA season. He'll draw the start at small forward while Derrick White mans point guard due to the absence of Jrue Holiday (knee) and Jaylen Brown shifts to shooting guard.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

One more DNP in win Walsh never saw the floor in Tuesday's 120-117 home win over the formerly undefeated Cavaliers.

Impact The second-year pro now has three DNP-Coach's Decisions for the young season. Granted, Boston has a loaded roster, which will only get deeper when Kristaps Porzingis returns in December or January. Walsh might need some trips to the G League Maine Celtics to enjoy some extended run and remain ready-to-go for Boston. The 20-year-old Walsh has averaged nine minutes per contest when he does play. His next chance to see the floor occurs Friday at Washington.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high 19 minutes in blowout Walsh accumulated two points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 0-1 FT), four rebounds, one block and two steals over 19 minutes during Monday's 123-93 victory over the Hawks.

Impact With Jaylen Brown (hip) sidelined and Monday's game turning into a blowout, Walsh was afforded extra run versus the Hawks. The defensive-minded forward is a nice depth piece for the Celtics, but his path to substantial playing time is thoroughly crowded.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jordan Walsh feels more connected with his Celtics teammates and could have a bigger role - The Boston Globe There is much more helpful communication in his second year — and they're even passing him the ball.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Shifts to bench Walsh will come off the bench for Tuesday's preseason game against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact After resting their starters Sunday against Toronto, Boston will be close to full strength Tuesday evening. Walsh has made a strong impression in the preseason so far, averaging 9.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.5 three-pointers across four games.

OCTOBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Walsh will start Sunday's preseason game against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Walsh will be the beneficiary of Boston resting the majority of their key players for the second half of a back-to-back set. Walsh played well in his previous preseason appearance, posting 11 points, two rebounds and an assist in 12 minutes of action Saturday.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Back to end of rotation Walsh won't start Game 1 of the opening-round series against the Heat on Sunday.

Impact With Boston resting its usual starters, Walsh made his first career NBA start during the regular-season finale and posted one point (0-2 FG), three rebounds, two steals and an assist in 17 minutes during a win over Washington. The rookie spent most of the season in the G League and isn't expected to be part of the Celtics' postseason rotation.

APRIL 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for first NBA start Walsh is in the starting lineup for Sunday's regular-season finale against Washington.

Impact Walsh's Maine Celtics are currently amid a G League Championship series, with the deciding Game 3 coming Monday, but the rookie will earn his first career NBA start sandwiched in the middle. He scored eight points (3-4 FG) in 20 minutes during Friday's win over Charlotte.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy times for Neemias Queta, Jordan Walsh with Celtics at both the NBA and G League levels - The Boston Globe Queta and Walsh played in the G League Finals for Maine on Thursday and will again Monday. They also suited up Friday against the Hornets fo...

APRIL 13, 2024 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Returns to NBA The Celtics recalled Walsh from the G League's Maine Celtics on Friday, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Walsh is unlikely to receive significant playing time for the Celtics while in the NBA. However, the rookie forward should return to the G League ahead of Maine's matchup with the Blue on Monday.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA Boston recalled Walsh from the G League's Maine Celtics on Friday, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Walsh posted 18 points (6-9 FG), nine rebounds, two steals and a block in 35 minutes during Maine's 119-112 win over the Delaware Blue Coats during the G League playoffs on Thursday. He'll provide depth for the NBA club Friday night, but Walsh is expected to rejoin Maine ahead of Sunday's semifinal matchup against Long Island or Osceola, who face off Friday night.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA Boston recalled Walsh from the G League's Maine Celtics on Wednesday.

Impact Walsh continues to bounce back and forth between the NBA and the G League. He's usually just an emergency depth option with Boston.

MARCH 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Elevated for depth Boston recalled Walsh from the G League's Maine Celtics on Friday.

Impact The Celtics continue to rest numerous regulars because they've almost locked up the No. 1 seed already, so Walsh was elevated for depth. He played three minutes during Friday's win in Detriot and scored two points but didn't see any action in Saturday's win in Chicago.

MARCH 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE