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MARCH 25, 2024 • BOSTONSPORTSJOURNAL.COM

Ruled out for Monday Tillman (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Atlanta, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Tillman appeared in the last seven games but will be unavailable Monday due to his knee injury. He'll have a few days to rest before Thursday's rematch against Atlanta, but it's unclear whether he'll be ready to return by then.

MARCH 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Tillman is questionable Monday against Atlanta due to left knee swelling, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Left knee issues have plagued Tillman throughout this season, so a resurfacing of the injury designation is notable. He logged just 11 minutes in Saturday's win over Chicago after averaging 18.5 minutes across six prior appearances, so his status for Monday's game is very murky.

MARCH 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Tillman will return to a reserve role in Saturday's game against the Bulls, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Tillman will come off the bench in favor of Luke Kornet. The 25-year-old has averaged 4.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 16.2 minutes in 30 games as a reserve this season.

MARCH 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joins starting lineup Tillman is starting Friday's game against the Pistons, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Tillman is set to make his first start as a member of the Celtics due to the absence of Al Horford (toe) and Jayson Tatum (ankle). The Michigan State product has logged double-digit minutes off the bench in five straight matchups, averaging 3.4 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.0 assists over this stretch.

MARCH 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs eight boards in win Tillman amassed seven points (3-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal over 27 minutes in Tuesday's 123-107 road win over the Jazz.

Impact Tillman's 27 minutes of run were driven by the absence of both Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) and Al Horford (toe). Still, the big man produced solid numbers off the bench, which led to a plus-14 point differential rating. Since Boston acquired Tillman at the deadline, minutes have been erratic for both Tillman and Luke Kornet. But both were able to shine in what was the last game of a five-match road trip. Expect Tillman's minutes to decrease Thursday when the Celtics return home to face the Suns.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Carving out bench role Tillman had two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist across 13 minutes during Thursday's 115-109 loss to Denver.

Impact Tillman has played double-digit minutes in three of Boston's last four contests after being out of the rotation to start his Celtics tenure. His lack of playing time early on with the Celtics may have been due to a knee injury, but now that he's 100 percent healthy, the veteran forward appears to have surpassed Luke Kornet in Boston's rotation. While Tillman has carved out a bench role, he's not playing enough to warrant attention in fantasy.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets light run in blowout Tillman (knee) tallied two points (1-1 FG) and one block in three minutes Thursday in the Celtics' 129-112 win over the Bulls.

Impact Tillman made his Celtics debut Thursday after he hadn't been available since being acquired from the Grizzlies on Feb. 7 while he continued to recover from a left knee injury. He found himself outside of head coach Joe Mazzulla's rotation, however, as Tillman didn't check into the game until 2:33 remained in the fourth quarter, when the Celtics were up by 18 points. Tillman looks like he'll need at least one or two of Boston's regular rotation players to be out for a given game in order to play meaningful minutes.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Xavier Tillman describes new role with Celtics following trade The Celtics' newest big man got to make his debut in the final moments of Thursday's blowout win over the Bulls.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • MASSLIVE.COM

Available for Thursday's game Tillman (knee) is available for Thursday's game against Chicago, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Tillman has been dealing with a left knee injury in recent weeks and hasn't yet been able to make his debut for the Celtics after being traded from Memphis to Boston in early February. However, he'll be able to suit up as the Celtics resume play following the All-Star break. The 25-year-old should compete with Luke Kornet for reserve center minutes now that he's healthy.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Tillman (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nets, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Tillman continues to deal with a knee injury and will be unable to suit up for his new team before the All-Star break. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to action.

FEBRUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Tillman (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Nets, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Tillman was traded from the Grizzlies to the Celtics on Wednesday but hasn't yet been able to make his team debut due to his knee injury. It wouldn't be surprising to see him remain sidelined for Wednesday's rematch against the Nets to give him additional time to rest before the All-Star break.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Sunday Tillman (knee) won't play against the Heat on Sunday, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Tillman was traded to the Celtics from the Grizzlies, but it remains to be seen when he'll be able to make his Boston debut, as the big man acknowledged earlier this week that he doesn't have a timetable for his return from a nagging left knee injury. His next chance to play will come against the Nets on Tuesday, but it wouldn't be surprising if Tillman is sidelined for a few more games after Sunday.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No timetable to return Tillman (knee) said Friday that he doesn't have a timetable to return, John Karalis of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

Impact Tillman was traded from the Grizzlies to the Celtics on Wednesday, but he's been dealing with a left knee injury recently. He participated in Boston's morning shootaround ahead of Friday's game against the Wizards, but his comments afterward imply that he'll be sidelined against Washington. Once Tillman is healthy, he should operate as the Celtics' primary backup at center behind Kristaps Porzingis.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Five things to know about new Celtics big man Xavier Tillman - The Boston Globe Tillman has appeared in 34 games with Memphis this season, averaging 6.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks per contest.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Xavier Tillman trade: Examining Celtics roster after deal The Celtics have made their first big move as they traded for Grizzlies big man Xavier Tillman and shipped out Lamar Stevens in the deal.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • MASSLIVE.COM

Celtics Acquire Xavier Tillman Sr. in Trade With Grizzlies, per Report Boston fortified its frontcourt in a deal with Memphis ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Reports: Celtics get Xavier Tillman in trade with Grizzlies The Celtics acquire Xavier Tillman for a pair of second-round picks and Lamar Stevens in a trade with the Grizzlies.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • NBA.COM

What Xavier Tillman trade means for Celtics going forward The Celtics got their big-man insurance in the form of big man Xavier Tillman from the Grizzlies.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • MASSLIVE.COM

Dealt to Boston The Grizzlies traded Tillman (knee) to the Celtics for two second-round picks Wednesday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Tillman is currently dealing with a left knee injury, but there is no indication he should be sidelined for a lengthy period. The 24-year-old big man is averaging 6.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks in 20.6 minutes across 34 appearances in 2023-24 for Memphis. With the Celtics, Tillman will likely serve as frontcourt depth alongside Al Horford and Luke Kornet behind Kristaps Porzingis.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Tuesday Tilman (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Tillman and Jaren Jackson (hip) will leave behind a shallow Memphis frontcourt featuring Santi Aldama, Trey Jemison and a myriad of small-ball options. Tillman's next opportunity to take the court comes Thursday against Chicago.

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Tuesday Tillman (knee) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Tillman has already missed the last three games due to injury and is in danger of missing a fourth Tuesday. If he is unable to go, Trey Jemison and Matthew Hurt will likely see big minutes again.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out Tillman (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Boston.

Impact Tillman was considered doubtful for Sunday's matchup and will officially be unavailable for a third consecutive game due to a left knee injury. The Grizzlies will be extremely shorthanded against the Celtics, so Trey Jamison and Matthew Hurt could see additional run in the frontcourt.

FEBRUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play vs. Boston Tillman (knee) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Tillman is in danger of missing his third straight matchup as a result of a left knee injury. With the Michigan State product not expected to go and Jaren Jackson (hip) ruled out, Memphis will likely rely on Santi Aldama, Vince Williams (wrist) and David Roddy to eat up a good chunk of the frontcourt minutes.

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Tillman (knee) will not play in Friday's matchup with the Lakers.

Impact No surprise here, as Tillman was considered doubtful going into the evening. His absence will mark his second straight missed game. The big man's next chance to return will come Sunday in Boston.

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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