Boston Celtics could get a significant boost on the wing as they gear up for the Eastern Conference Finals duel against Miami Heat. According to Celtics’ head coach Brad Stevens, forward Gordon Hayward is making progress in his rehab, and the team is expecting him back “at some point” in the series.
Hayward suffered an ankle sprain at the very beginning of Boston’s playoff run and has been out for almost a month. However, the 30-year-old player recently started practicing and doing individual work, which made Stevens optimistic about his return.
“Since I’ve seen him last, it’s good progress,” said Stevens. “I know he feels better. He’s worked hard to get to where he is, and I think he’ll play at some point in this series. As far as predicting a timeline, I have no idea. But I feel like he’s made good progress and will play eventually.”
Although injuries prevented Gordon Hayward to make his full mark in Boston after coming as a big-time free agent, he was more than solid during 2019/20. Hayward made 52 starts this season and averaged 17.5 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game.
Celtics are scheduled to face Heat in Game 1 of the East Finals on Tuesday night.
