Horford will enter the starting lineup for Wednesday's Game 5 against the Heat.

EDGE Analysis

Horford played 34 minutes in Game 4 with Kristaps Porzingis (calf) going down with an injury in the first half. With Porzingis sidelined Wednesday -- and likely longer -- Horford will step into the starting center role, where he's expected to remain until Porzingis returns.

Horford supplied seven points (3-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt), eight rebounds, two assists and one steal in 34 minutes during Monday's 102-88 win over the Heat in Game 4 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

EDGE Analysis

Horford was forced into an increased role Monday, thanks to a calf injury to Kristaps Porzingis. While initial reports indicate that Porzingis has avoided anything serious, there is certainly a chance he will miss at least the next game. Should that be the case, Horford would likely slide into the starting lineup.

Horford (rest) will not play Sunday against the Wizards.

EDGE Analysis

The Celtics are resting Horford along with their five usual starters Sunday as they rest up for the postseason. Luke Kornet could be a busy man in the frontcourt as a result.

Horford (toe) is out for Friday's game versus the Hornets, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Horford has been downgraded from questionable to out Friday due to a left toe sprain. With Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) also out, Xavier Tillman and Luke Kornet should receive increased playing time. Horford's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Washington.

Horford (toe) is questionable for Friday's game against the Hornets, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Celtics have been cautious with Horford's workload in back-to-back sets this year, and although he returned from a one-game absence Thursday against the Knicks, it wouldn't be surprising to see him rest Friday as he continues to deal with a left big toe sprain. If he's unavailable, Oshae Brissett, Xavier Tillman and Luke Kornet are candidates to see increased work.

Horford (toe) is available for Thursday's game against the Knicks, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Horford was initially labeled as questionable for Thursday's matchup, but he's been cleared to return following a one-game absence due to a toe injury. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 11.0 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 24.2 minutes per game. He could see more playing time than usual if Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) and Xavier Tillman (knee) are unable to play.

Horford (toe) is questionable for Thursday's game against New York, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Horford missed Tuesday's game against the Bucks, and it's unclear whether he'll be able to return for the first half of a back-to-back set Thursday. If he's sidelined, Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman (knee) could see additional minutes.

Horford (toe) is out Tuesday versus Milwaukee, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Horford and Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring/rest) will both be inactive Tuesday, leaving Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman behind as frontcourt anchors looking to extend Milwaukee's ongoing losing streak to five. Boston is fully healthy with the exception of Horford and Porzingis.

Horford is questionable for Tuesday's matchup in Milwaukee due to a left big toe sprain, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Horford and Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring/rest) are both questionable, but the rest of Boston's roster will be available Tuesday. If both big men are downgraded to out, Xavier Tillman, Luke Kornet and Oshae Brissett would be candidates for increased playing time.

Horford will start at power forward in Friday's game against the Kings, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Horford will start alongside Kristaps Porzingis, as the team will go with a bigger frontcourt than usual. This is due to Jaylen Brown (hand) and Derrick White (back) being sidelined. Horford has averaged 10.5 points, 6.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists across 30.9 minutes in 31 starts this season.