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Despite a 'Big Knot' Above His Knee, Jordan Walsh Says He'll Continue Playing at Summer League

Jordan Walsh registered 12 points and three assists in Sunday's Celtics Summer League game against the Wizards.

Bobby Krivitsky

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On the first play of the Celtics' 103-98 loss to the Wizards, Jordan Walsh bumped knees sending him to the hardwood in pain. The 38th overall pick in this year's draft stayed down for a bit, grabbing the affected area, and was limping after he popped back up.

But Walsh stayed in the game, logging 27 minutes. But perhaps the injury contributed to him having less impact than in his Summer League debut, when he registered a team-high 18 points, converting on 6/11 shots, including 4/6 threes, five rebounds, and two steals.

Sunday, the former Arkansas Razorback finished with 12 points and went 4/14 from the field, including 1/6 from beyond the arc. He demonstrated his defensive capabilities, though. Walsh also showcased his best offensive skill, playmaking for his teammates.

After the game, he said he has a "big knot" above his knee, describing it as "nasty."

But the rookie made it clear he had no intention of coming out of the contest, remarking, "I'm tough, I'mma hoop, so, I, like, I wanna hoop, so I'm gonna keep playing."

It also helps that Boston's off until Wednesday when they play the Lakers. Tip-off is at 10 p.m. ET.

Further Reading

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3 Up, 3 Down from Celtics' Summer League Opener vs. Heat

Marcus Smart Reflects on His Time with Celtics: 'I Left Everything I Had'

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Celtics Reportedly Not Pursuing Damian Lillard

Celtics Losing Grant Williams in Sign-and-Trade Demonstrates Intention of NBA's New CBA

The Latest on Celtics' Negotiations with Jaylen Brown

Brad Stevens Discusses Difficult Decision to Trade Marcus Smart: 'He'll Always Have Boston'

Celtics Reportedly Interested in Signing Terence Davis

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Bobby Krivitsky
BOBBY KRIVITSKY

Bobby Krivitsky's experiences include covering the NBA as a credentialed reporter for Basketball Insiders. He's also a national sports talk host for SportsMap Radio, a network airing on 96 radio stations throughout the country. Additionally, he was a major-market host, update anchor, and producer for IMG Audio, and he worked for Bleacher Report as an NFL and NBA columnist.

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