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Celtics Head Coach Joe Mazzulla Gives Injury Update on Big Man Robert Williams The Boston Celtics should be at full strength very soon. Boston has shined so far this season to the point where it holds the NBA’s best rec...

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Still out Tuesday Williams (knee) won't make his season debut Tuesday versus the Lakers.

Impact Williams is believed to be nearing his return to action, but he's sat out three straight games since being labeled day-to-day. Given the length of the big man's absence, he's likely slated to be eased back into action when cleared to make his season debut. Williams' next opportunity to suit up arrives Friday against the Magic.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't debut Monday Williams (knee) is listed as out for Monday's game at the Clippers.

Impact We're still waiting on official word as to when Williams will make his 2022-23 debut, but all indications are that it could come sometime in the next few games. Boston begins the week with a back-to-back set that includes a matchup against the Lakers on Tuesday, so it's quite possible the Celtics could opt to slow-play the situation and aim for Williams to return at some point during their upcoming seven-game homestand, which begins Friday against Orlando.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

The Latest on Robert Williams and Al Horford's Status Ahead of the Celtics Game Against the Warriors Friday, Robert Williams and the usually reserved Joe Mazzulla couldn’t hold back their smiles while discussing Williams’ status, each statin...

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Out Saturday Williams (knee) won't play Saturday against the Warriors, Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Williams was previously tabbed as day-to-day, which indicated that a return Saturday was possible. However, his long-awaited debut will have to be pushed back. With Al Horford (COVID-19 protocols) also out against Golden State, Blake Griffin and Grant Williams will see larger roles. Williams' next chance to make his 2022-23 debut will come Monday against the Clippers.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Injury Update: Robert Williams Could Return For Warriors vs. Celtics Game Boston Celtics center Robert Williams could return for the NBA Finals rematch vs. the Golden State Warriors

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Injury Update: Robert Williams Could Return For Warriors vs. Celtics Game Boston Celtics center Robert Williams could return for the NBA Finals rematch vs. the Golden State Warriors

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Is Robert Williams Returning for NBA Finals Rematch Between Celtics and Warriors? “He’s pretty close to returning,” conveyed Joe Mazzulla of Robert Williams ahead of the Celtics’ 103-92 win against the Nets. Boston’s bench...

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Considered day-to-day Williams (knee) said Friday that his return is a day-to-day process, and there's a possibility he could play in Saturday's game against the Warriors, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com rep...

Impact Williams has yet to make his season debut due to offseason knee surgery. While the 25-year-old center is day-to-day, there has been no indication from the Celtics when he will return. When Williams can play, he will likely replace Grant Williams in the starting five. The latter should still see the occasional start when Al Horford gets his rest days on back-to-backs.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto takes on Boston, looks for 4th straight home win

Toronto aims to continue its three-game home win streak with a victory against Boston

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Celtics snap Nets' 4-game winning streak with 103-92 win

Jaylen Brown had 34 points and 10 rebounds, Jayson Tatum added 29 points and 11 boards and the Boston Celtics’ snapped the Brooklyn Nets’ four-game winning streak with a 103-92 vic...

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Close to returning Coach Joe Mazzulla said Sunday that Williams (knee) is "pretty close to returning" to game action, Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Williams, who's yet to make his season debut while rehabbing from his latest knee procedure, participated in a scrimmage during the Celtics' shootaround Wednesday and continues to trend in the right direction. Boston has shied away from offering a strict return timeline, but Williams' agent suggested recently that the star big man could be back in action before Christmas. Either way, Williams will likely be eased back into the mix once he's cleared.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Top scorers face off in Brooklyn-Boston matchup

Kevin Durant and Jayson Tatum meet in a matchup of two of the NBA's best scorers when Brooklyn and Boston take the court

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Boston hosts Miami following Tatum's 49-point showing

Boston hosts the Miami Heat after Jayson Tatum scored 49 points in the Boston Celtics' 134-121 victory against the Miami Heat

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Royal night: Tatum scores 49, Celtics hold off Heat 134-121

Jayson Tatum had eight 3-pointers and scored a season-high 49 points, and the Boston Celtics held off the hot-shooting Miami Heat for a 134-121 victory

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes part in scrimmage Williams (knee) went through a scrimmage at the Celtics' shootaround Wednesday morning, Jay King of The Athletic reports.

Impact All along, the Celtics have shied away from placing a firm timetable on Williams' recovery from his latest knee procedure, but the fact that he's able to scrimmage is obviously an encouraging development. Last week, Williams' agent suggested that the big man will be back on the floor sometime before Christmas. With that in mind, Boston will likely begin ramping up Williams' workload with the hope that he's ready to make his 2022-23 debut within the next 3-to-4 weeks.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

This team is playing Celtics basketball the way it is supposed to be played - The Boston Globe There are contributions coming from everywhere, there is chemistry and camaraderie that can't be faked — and they'll get even better when Ro...

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Boston puts home win streak on the line against Charlotte

Boston looks to prolong its eight-game home win streak with a victory over Charlotte

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tatum and the Celtics face the Wizards

Jayson Tatum leads Boston into a matchup against Washington averaging 30.5 points per game

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Expected to play by Christmas Williams' (knee) agent, Kevin Bradbury, said Wednesday that he expects the center to make his season debut by Christmas, Brian Robb of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact Williams has been back on the floor recently, and he was seen dunking in early November. He's since progressed to 3-on-3 sessions, and the next big step will be the center taking part in full-contact, 5-on-5 practice sessions. Once available, Williams will presumably start off on a minutes limit. From there, Noah Vonleh, Luke Kornet and Blake Griffin should see reduced roles. Grant Williams and Al Horford could even see their minutes get scaled back to some degree.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics have NBA's best record despite offseason strife

Entering the season, the Celtics had every reason to underachieve

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tatum and Doncic clash in Boston-Dallas matchup

Jayson Tatum and Luka Dončić meet in a matchup of two of the league's top scorers when Boston and Dallas hit the court

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

1:1 with Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Derek Ochiai, on Robert Williams' Knee Procedures, Recovery, and Long-Term Outlook On Friday, it will be eight weeks since Robert Williams underwent an arthroscopic knee procedure on his left knee, a surgery that came with...

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

1:1 with Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Derek Ochiai, on Robert Williams' Knee Procedures, Recovery, and Long-Term Outlook On Friday, it will be eight weeks since Robert Williams underwent an arthroscopic knee procedure on his left knee, a surgery that came with...

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Young and Atlanta host Tatum and the Celtics

Trae Young and Jayson Tatum face off in a matchup of two of the league's best scorers when Atlanta and Boston take the court

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS