Marcus Smart Has Company on Celtics' Latest Injury Report

The Celtics are 2-4 without Marcus Smart. They sorely miss the tempo he plays with and his ability to organize their offense.

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Tuesday at the Auerbach Center, Marcus Smart provided a progress report on his sprained right ankle that's sidelined him for six games and counting.

"It's alright. Around this time last year, when I injured it, I was still struggling, so I guess that's the good thing; it's not feeling as bad as it was, even though it's the same ankle. It's a long season. I don't have to rush, so we're just taking it day-by-day," expressed Smart, who also addressed when he might return.

The Celtics are 2-4 without their starting floor general and sorely miss the tempo he plays with and his ability to organize their offense.

Joining Smart on Boston's injury report a day before the Celtics play the Pistons in the Motor City is Luke Kornet. He suffered a left ankle sprain during Friday's 106-94 loss to the Suns, which has him questionable for Monday's matchup.

#NEBHInjuryReport for tomorrow vs. Detroit:

Danilo Gallinari (left knee ACL repair) - OUT
Luke Kornet (left ankle sprain) - QUESTIONABLE
Marcus Smart (right ankle sprain) - OUT

— Boston Celtics (@celtics) February 5, 2023

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