Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Career-high 22 points Thursday
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Walsh tallied 22 points (8-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block over 30 minutes during the Celtics' 146-101 win over the Wizards on Thursday.
Walsh and the rest of the Celtics starters were forced to take on larger roles Thursday due to Jaylen Brown being sidelined with an illness. Walsh made the most of the opportunity, connecting on all eight of his field-goal attempts en route to a career-high scoring performance. The third-year forward has stepped up in a big way during Boston's three game-winning streak, and over that span he has averaged 14.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.0 blocks over 28.9 minutes per game.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Muted performance in win
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Walsh amassed five points (1-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one block in 24 minutes during Sunday's 138-129 victory over the Magic.
While Walsh continues to draw the start over Josh Minott, he has not done much with his time on the court, averaging just 6.2 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.0 assists over 22.0 minutes in five starts. Walsh doesn't appear to be in any danger of losing the starting job, however, so it is likely he will remain in the first unit moving forward, although his production isn't enough to justify rostering him in most fantasy leagues.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Unproductive in start
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Walsh closed with four points (2-2 FG) and one rebound in 11 minutes during Tuesday's 113-99 victory over the Nets.
Walsh remained in the starting lineup, although he failed to make the most of his continued opportunity. Boston appears to have no issue tinkering with its starting lineup, especially when it comes to the power forward position. In his last three games, Walsh has averaged just 5.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks in 20.8 minutes per game.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Another strong defensive effort
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Walsh had six points (2-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals over 33 minutes during Sunday's 121-118 win over the Clippers.
Making his second straight start, Walsh set new season highs in minutes, boards and steals as he recorded at least two stocks for the sixth straight contest. The third-year forward is proving to be a useful part of Boston's frontcourt rotation despite his lack of offense, averaging 6.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.7 steals, 1.5 assists, 1.0 blocks and 0.8 threes in 24.8 minutes a contest during that six-game stretch.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Cleared for Wednesday
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Walsh (groin) is available for Wednesday's preseason game against the Raptors, Zack Cox of the Boston Herald reports.
Walsh missed the past two games with an adductor injury sustained in the Celtics' preseason opener but is set to return Wednesday. The Arkansas product has mostly served as a deep reserve early in his career, though he could push for a larger role on a retooled Boston squad that will be without Jayson Tatum (Achilles) for the season.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Battling adductor issue
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Walsh is doubtful to return to Wednesday's preseason game against the Grizzlies due to left adductor tightness., Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.
Considering it's a meaningless exhibition, Boston likely won't rush Walsh back into the contest. If he doesn't return, Walsh will end with two points (1-1 FG), three rebounds and an assist over eight minutes. His absence could mean more minutes for Baylor Scheierman or Josh Minott.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Scores 17 points in SL win
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Walsh tallied 17 points (6-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-6 FT), six rebounds, one assist and two steals across 28 minutes during Thursday's 87-78 Summer League win over the Lakers.
Walsh led the charge on the offensive end for Boston, managing a bounce-back showing after being ejected during the second quarter of Monday's exhibition against Miami. He's been solid during Summer League play even with Monday's ejection, averaging 15.0 points over four appearances.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Out with illness
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Walsh (illness) is out for Friday's game against the Kings, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Walsh will sit out a second consecutive game with an illness Friday. His next opportunity to suit up arrives Sunday against the Pelicans. Walsh's absence against Sacramento should not affect Boston's rotation very much, but the sharpshooting Sam Hauser should have a longer leash from the second unit.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Iffy for Friday
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Walsh (illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Kings.
Walsh is in danger of missing his second straight contest Friday due to an illness. However, Walsh is an inconsistent part of Boston's rotation even when available.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Out with illness
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Walsh (illness) won't play in Tuesday's game against the Nuggets, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.
Walsh will join teammate Derrick White (illness) on the sidelines with a non-COVID illness. His next chance to play arrives Friday against Sacramento. Walsh's absence is unlikely to impact Boston's rotation very much, but Sam Hauser may have a longer leash from the second unit Tuesday.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Good to go Thursday
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Walsh (ribs) is available for Thursday's game versus the Pistons.
Walsh has been upgraded from questionable to available Thursday despite dealing with a left rib contusion. With Jayson Tatum (knee), Sam Hauser (adductor) and Jaden Springer (illness) all out against Detroit, Walsh could receive increased playing time.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Draws rare start
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Walsh is starting Monday's game against the Heat, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Walsh will draw his first start of the season after barely cracking the rotation for the first month of the NBA season. He'll draw the start at small forward while Derrick White mans point guard -- due to the absence of Jrue Holiday (knee) -- and Jaylen Brown shifts to shooting guard.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Shifts to bench
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Walsh will come off the bench for Tuesday's preseason game against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
After resting their starters Sunday against Toronto, the Celtics will be close to full strength Tuesday evening. Walsh has made a strong impression in the preseason so far, averaging 9.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.5 three-pointers across four games.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Starting Sunday
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Walsh will start Sunday's preseason game against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Walsh will be the beneficiary of Boston resting the majority of their key players for the second half of a back-to-back set. Walsh played well in his previous preseason appearance, posting 11 points, two rebounds and an assist in 12 minutes of action Saturday.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Back to end of rotation
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Walsh won't start Game 1 of the opening-round series against the Heat on Sunday.
With Boston resting its usual starters, Walsh made his first career NBA start during the regular-season finale and posted one point (0-2 FG), three rebounds, two steals and an assist in 17 minutes during a win over Washington. The rookie spent most of the season in the G League and isn't expected to be part of the Celtics' postseason rotation.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Recalled to NBA
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Boston recalled Walsh from the G League's Maine Celtics on Friday, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.
Walsh posted 18 points (6-9 FG), nine rebounds, two steals and a block in 35 minutes during Maine's 119-112 win over the Delaware Blue Coats during the G League playoffs on Thursday. He'll provide depth for the NBA club Friday night, but Walsh is expected to rejoin Maine ahead of Sunday's semifinal matchup against Long Island or Osceola, who face off Friday night.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Elevated for depth
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Boston recalled Walsh from the G League's Maine Celtics on Friday.
The Celtics continue to rest numerous regulars because they've almost locked up the No. 1 seed already, so Walsh was elevated for depth. He played three minutes during Friday's win in Detriot and scored two points but didn't see any action in Saturday's win in Chicago.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Recalled to Boston
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Boston recalled Walsh from the G League's Maine Celtics on Saturday.
Walsh earned the first NBA minutes of his career in Wednesday's blowout win over San Antonio, but he's unlikely to be part of the rotation for Sunday's game against the Rockets.
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Celtics' Jordan Walsh: Drafted by Boston in second round
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Walsh was selected by the Kings with the 38th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft and subsequently traded to the Celtics in exchange for Colby Jones.
Walsh spent just one season in the collegiate ranks and averaged 7.1 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 24.4 minutes per game at Arkansas. The 19-year-old is an athletic defender with plenty of length, but he could require some time to develop before he sees consistent minutes at the professional level.
