Chris Wilcox returned to practice on Wednesday after missing time with a sore back. The Celtics aren't exactly stacked with big men so it's possible Wilcox could see decent minutes this season. Don't draft him, but do keep an eye on him going forward.

Chris Wilcox (back) hopes to resume practicing this week. Wilcox has been out since early October and has missed virtually the entire preseason with the injury. Even if he's ready for the regular season, Wilcox will have to get into game shape before he can be counted on in the rotation.

Chris Wilcox (back) did not travel with the Celtics on Saturday and remains out indefinitely. Wilcox resumed 'light workouts' last week, but there's no telling when he'll finally get over this lingering injury. His absence opens up a few extra minutes for Darko Milicic, Brandon Bass, Jeff Green and Jared Sullinger.

Chris Wilcox (back) has started light workouts, but he remains without a timetable to return. Wilcox has had back problems since early October and the injury is continually described as a "sore lower back." His role is likely to be reduced as he keeps missing time in training camp given that Jared Sullinger and Darko Milicic have both played better than expected.

Chris Wilcox (back) is "a aways away" from returning. Wilcox has been out since the beginning of October and there isn't currently a definitive timetable for his return. Currently focusing on strengthening his core, Wilcox will have to work his way back from his injury before he's going to contribute in the rotation. With Wilcox out, Darko Milicic is Kevin Garnett's primary backup.

Chris Wilcox missed Wednesday's practice with his sore back. This injury has been lingering for some time now and Doc Rivers says he doesn't know when Wilcox will be available. This is another chance for Darko Milicic to shine in Boston.

Chris Wilcox (back) will not play in the Celtics preseason opener. Wilcox missed three straight days of practice, so this isn't really a surprise. The big man will continue to prepare himself for the regular season, where he'll assume a similar role in the rotation to the one he had last season prior to undergoing heart surgery.

Chris Wilcox (back strain) missed his third consecutive practice on Thursday. The good news is that Wilcox isn't having any issues with his heart after surgery that ended his 2011-12 season prematurely, but he's still working his way back into game shape.

Chris Wilcox (back strain) sat out practice on Wednesday. Wilcox's absence was not heart-related, which is a good sign as he's returning from heart surgery. The back strain shouldn't be considered serious, and he should be fine for the regular season.

Chris Wilcox (heart surgery) is "still working back into shape." Wilcox is expected to be ready for the start of the season, but he's not in peak basketball condition yet. After significant time away from basketball following his heart surgery, this was expected. Wilcox will serve as a source of rebounding and energy in Boston's second unit.