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Bucks forward Khris Middleton out at least 2 more games

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton will miss at least two more games in the Eastern Conference semifinal series with the Boston Celtics as he recovers from a sprained medial c...

MAY 5, 2022 • Associated Press

Celtics overcame Marcus Smart's absence vs. Bucks because they learned how to play shorthanded Marcus Smart said there's a "strong likelihood" he's back for Game 3 against the Bucks on Saturday.

MAY 5, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Optimistic for Game 3 Smart (thigh) said there's a "strong" possibility he plays in Saturday's Game 3 at Milwaukee, Mark Murphy of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Smart was kept out of Game 2 with a significant thigh bruise, but the time off seems to have done him good, and it seems likely he'll return to the lineup this weekend. An official status update will presumably arrive Friday.

MAY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brad Stevens says he's 'hopeful' Celtics' Marcus Smart will play in Game 3 vs. Bucks - The Boston Globe The Celtics have three days off between Games 2 and 3, giving Smart more time than usual to recover.

MAY 5, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Brown scores 30, Celtics beat Bucks 109-86 to even series

Jaylen Brown scored 25 of his 30 points in the first half, and the Boston Celtics beat the Milwaukee Bucks 109-86 to even their second-round playoff at one game apiece

MAY 4, 2022 • Associated Press

Is Celtics' Marcus Smart playing tonight vs. Bucks? Guard's injury status for Game 2 of 2022 NBA Playoffs Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart is dealing with a right shoulder stinger and a "pretty bad" right thigh contusion.

MAY 4, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Heat's Herro overwhelming pick as NBA's Sixth Man of Year

Tyler Herro was told before the season began that he wouldn’t be in the Miami Heat starting lineup

MAY 3, 2022 • Associated Press

Celtics guard Marcus Smart ruled out of Game 2 vs. Bucks - The Boston Globe With three days off before Saturday’s Game 3 in Milwaukee, coach Ime Udoka said Smart will likely be able to return for that game.

MAY 3, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Celtics Guard Marcus Smart Out for Game 2 vs. Bucks The guard is dealing with a right-thigh contusion.

MAY 3, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Celtics' Smart out with thigh bruise for Game 2 vs. Bucks

Celtics guard Marcus Smart has been ruled out of Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals with a bruised right thigh

MAY 3, 2022 • Associated Press

Celtics go with Derrick White in starting lineup with Marcus Smart out for Game 2 vs. Bucks The Celtics will be without their Defensive Player of the Year.

MAY 3, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Ruled out for Game 2 Smart (thigh) has been ruled out for Tuesday's Game 2 against the Bucks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smart suffered a shoulder and thigh injury during Sunday's Game 1 loss, which he finished with 10 points, six assists and one rebound in 33 minutes. Celtics head coach Ime Udoka said Monday that Smart's shoulder is "fine," but the guard is still bothered by the thigh issue, which Udoka described as a "pretty bad" bruise. In his absence, Derrick White and Payton Pritchard are both candidates for increased roles, but Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown will have to play like superstars if Boston wants to avoid an 0-2 hole.

MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics guard Marcus Smart is questionable for Game 2 against Bucks Marcus Smart has a bruised right quad — banged multiple times during Game 1 against the Bucks — that has affected his availability for Game...

MAY 3, 2022 • ORLANDOSENTINEL.COM

Marcus Smart is questionable for Game 2 against the Bucks Marcus Smart has a bruised right quad — banged multiple times during Game 1 against the Bucks — that has affected his availability for Game...

MAY 3, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Supporting cast key in semis matchup between Morant, Curry

Game 1 between the Grizzlies and the Warriors showed that the results of the 1-on-1 scoring competition between Memphis’ Ja Morant and Golden State's Stephen Curry doesn’t mean the...

MAY 2, 2022 • Associated Press

Celtics Guard Marcus Smart Questionable for Game 2 vs. Bucks The 2021–22 Defensive Player of the Year took a few hits to his right quad in Sunday’s loss.

MAY 2, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Listed questionable for Game 2 Smart (quad) is considered questionable for Tuesday's Game 2 against the Bucks, Jay King of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smart was banged up with a couple of different injuries during Sunday's Game 1, which he finished with just 10 points, one rebound and six assists in 33 minutes. While coach Ime Udoka said Smart's shoulder is "fine," the guard is still bothered by what Udoka described as a "pretty bad" quad bruise. Given Smart's track record, he'll likely push through the injury, but it's possible he could be a bit limited as the Celtics look to avoid falling into an 0-2 hole.

MAY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Poor shooting costs Celtics late in Game 1 loss to Bucks

For most of Game 1 of their second-round series opener against Milwaukee, the Celtics did pretty much everything they wanted to on the defensive end against Giannis Antetokounmpo

MAY 1, 2022 • Associated Press

Meager output in loss Smart closed with 10 points (3-11 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound, six assists and two steals in 33 minutes during Sunday's 101-89 loss to the Bucks.

Impact Smart suffered an injury scare at the end of the first half, but he avoided a significant issue and was able to return for the second half. However, he struggled on both ends of the floor and was clearly laboring throughout the contest. Keep an eye out for the injury report ahead of Game 2, as it's possible the shoulder/quad injury he sustained during Game 1 will continue to be an issue throughout the series.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics' Ime Udoka Believes Injuries Impacted Marcus Smart's Play Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka provided an update on Marcus Smart's health after a Game 1 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

MAY 1, 2022 • NESN.COM

Giannis triple-double helps Bucks beat Celtics 101-89

Giannis Antetokounmpo had his second career postseason triple-double to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 101-89 victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of their second-round playoff...

MAY 1, 2022 • Associated Press

Starts second half Smart (shoulder/quad) started the second half of Sunday's Game 1 against the Bucks, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact Smart suffered an injury scare at the end of the first half, but he avoided a significant issue and has since returned to start the second half. While he's available, the injuries could impact his effectiveness for the remainder of the game and series.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return in second half Smart (shoulder/quad) is expected to return in the second half of Sunday's Game 1 against the Bucks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Smart left the contest and appeared unable to move his right arm late in the second quarter after colliding with Jevon Carter. However, according to Charania, the point guard merely suffered a shoulder stinger and a quad contusion and is expected to return in the second half.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rushed to locker room Sunday Smart had to be rushed to the locker room after appearing to have his shoulder dislocated during the first half of Sunday's Game 1 against the Bucks, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com repor...

Impact Smart and Jevon Carter collided in the paint during the second quarter, which left Smart clearly injured as he made his way to the bench. A trainer helped him to the locker room from there, but it looked like Smart wasn't able to move his right arm, which doesn't bode well for his potential return. If he's unable to play in the second half, Payton Pritchard would likely garner an increased role the rest of the way.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Confident Celtics feel ready for challenge of Giannis, Bucks

The only team to register a first-round sweep, the Boston Celtics enter their Eastern Conference semifinals matchup with the defending champion Milwaukee Bucks loaded with confiden...

APRIL 30, 2022 • Associated Press

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Bucks forward Khris Middleton out at least 2 more games

Brown scores 30, Celtics beat Bucks 109-86 to even series

Heat's Herro overwhelming pick as NBA's Sixth Man of Year

Celtics' Smart out with thigh bruise for Game 2 vs. Bucks

Supporting cast key in semis matchup between Morant, Curry

Poor shooting costs Celtics late in Game 1 loss to Bucks

Giannis triple-double helps Bucks beat Celtics 101-89

Confident Celtics feel ready for challenge of Giannis, Bucks