The Latest on the Health Front for the Celtics Ahead of Hosting the Grizzlies

Celtics get Al Horford back but are without a top reserve in Sunday's game vs. the Grizzlies.

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After a two-game absence, Al Horford returns to the Celtics' lineup when they host the Grizzlies on Sunday. Pregame, Joe Mazzulla said Horford, dealing with right knee swelling, has no restrictions.

Malcolm Brogdon, who's dealing with right Achilles soreness, is inactive for Boston's matchup against Memphis.

Along with Danilo Gallinari (left knee ACL repair), Jaylen Brown (facial fracture) and Marcus Smart (right ankle sprain) remain sidelined for the Celtics.

Friday, before Boston earned a 127-116 win against the Hornets, Mazzulla and Brad Stevens provided updates on the progress Brown and Smart are making as they build toward their return.

Smart recently provided an update on how his recovery is going while saying there's no timetable for when he'll rejoin the lineup. After reinjuring the same ankle he hurt during the playoffs, he and the Celtics understand it's paramount they take a cautious approach while working toward his return.

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