Nesmith is averaging 4.8 minutes, 1.6 points, 1.2 rebounds and 0.4 assists in five games played in April.

EDGE Analysis

Nesmith has only played eight minutes over the last six games. The rookie averaged 12-plus minutes in every month of the season until April, where he is only averaging 4.8 minutes a game. The Celtics have dealt with injuries all season long, and Nesmith has done an admirable job playing sporadic minutes to fill in whenever necessary. However, with the team now fully healthy and gearing up for a playoff push, Nesmith's services are no longer needed as much.

Nesmith recorded five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt) and two rebounds during Monday's loss to New Orleans.

EDGE Analysis

The rookie made the most of his eight minutes of action Monday, as the forward knocked down a three for the first time in a week while grabbing at least two rebounds for a fourth time over the past six games. Over his last five outings, Nesmith has totaled 15 points and 14 rebounds.

Nesmith played 14 minutes off the bench and added 13 points (5-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 0-2 FT), three rebounds and one steal in Wednesday's loss to the Hawks.

EDGE Analysis

After cracking 20 minutes for six straight games coming into Wednesday's action, Nesmith failed to do so in this one, but that didn't stop the rookie from setting a new career high in scoring. He's now totaled double-digit points in two of the last three games after doing so just once in his first 14 appearances.

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.