Nesmith totaled 10 points (3-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and two steals across 26 minutes in an overtime loss to the Pelicans on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith has had an increased role of late with Marcus Smart (calf) being out since late January and has taken advantage. The rookie has played at least 20 minutes in five straight games and collected the first two steals of his career Sunday. Over the last five games, Nesmith has averaged 4.8 points and 4.8 rebounds across 23.4 minutes per game.

Nesmith recorded five points (1-4 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT) and five rebounds over 29 minutes in Sunday's 104-91 loss to the Wizards.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith had seen minimal usage for the Celtics this season, but he had plenty of playing time against Washington on Sunday. It's not yet clear whether the increased run will continue after he had totaled just two minutes over Boston's last seven games.

Nesmith (back) delivered 11 points (4-6 FG, 3-5 3Pt), six rebounds and one assist over 17 minutes in Sunday's 141-103 win over the Cavaliers.

EDGE Analysis

Boston dominated Cleveland for all four quarters, allowing head coach Brad Stevens to give extra run to all of the Celtics' deep reserves. Nesmith, who missed the previous two games due to back spasms, was able to use the additional playing time to establish a new season high in scoring. The Celtics are likely to get Jayson Tatum (COVID-19) back in the lineup for Monday's game in Chicago, so assuming that contest is reasonably competitive, Nesmith could have a tough time cracking Stevens' rotation.

Nesmith (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith was questionable for Sunday's contest after missing Friday's game against the 76ers, but he'll be able to suit up for the Celtics. However, he's unlikely to have a significant impact on the team's rotation.

Nesmith (back) was upgraded to questionable for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith got upgraded from doubtful after he missed Friday's loss against the 76ers. The rookie has only appeared in five games for Boston so far this season, so his potential availability shouldn't affect the team's rotation in a significant way.

Nesmith (back) is doubtful for Sunday's game against Cleveland.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith is still dealing with back spasms and is unlikely to return Sunday. His absence likely wouldn't affect coach Brad Stevens' rotation, even with Payton Pritchard sidelined with a knee sprain.

Nesmith (back) is out Friday against the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith was originally questionable but his back spasms apparently are still giving him trouble. Nesmith's playing time has been all over the place this season, including DNPs. So his absence likely won't affect coach Brad Stevens' rotation much.

Nesmith is questionable for Friday's game against the 76ers due to low back spasms, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith's playing time has been all over the place this season, including DNPs. So, if he's ruled out Friday, it likely won't affect coach Brad Stevens' rotation much.

Nesmith received a DNP - Coach's Decision in Tuesday's 116-111 win at Indiana.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith has gotten to play just once in Boston's first four games. The 14th overall pick's only appearance occurred on Christmas Day during the Celtics' blowout loss to the Nets, when he played nine minutes. Nesmith is currently buried on the depth chart behind fellow wings Jaylen Brown, Marcus Smart, Grant Williams, Semi Ojeleye and Javonte Green. Of course, we're only four games into the season. For the moment, Nesmith is being outshined by fellow rookie Payton Pritchard, who is providing quality backup point guard minutes while Kemba Walker (knee) is out.