Minott (coach's decision) went unused off the bench in Sunday's 114-108 loss to the Trail Blazers.

EDGE Analysis

Minott had appeared in 27 of the Celtics' first 28 games of the season and averaged 6.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 1.1 three-pointers and 0.8 steals in 18.1 minutes per contest, but he appears to have lost his foothold in the Boston rotation. He's now failed to get off the bench in two straight contests, with head coach Joe Mazzulla turning to Sam Hauser, Hugo Gonzalez and Luka Garza to serve as the team's main backup options in the frontcourt.

Minott is not in the Celtics' starting lineup against the Pacers on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Minott started for the Celtics on Monday against the Pacers, but he will revert to a bench role Friday due to the return of Jordan Walsh (illness). Since Dec. 2, Minott has averaged 5.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, 0.9 assists and 0.8 steals over 16.8 minutes per game.

Minott will start against the Pacers on Monday, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Jordan Walsh (illness) sidelined, Minott will enter the starting five for the first time since Nov. 11. Over nine starts so far this season, the 23-year-old forward has averaged 8.4 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.2 steals in 22.2 minutes per game.

Minott (back) has been cleared to play for Friday's game against the Heat, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Minott was previously carrying a probable tag due to lower-back spasms. He's been quiet in recent outings, posting averages of 4.0 points, 1.5 assists and 1.3 rebounds in 17.3 minutes over his last four games.

Minott (back) is probable for Friday's game against the Heat, per Justin Turpin of WEEI.com.

EDGE Analysis

Minott is managing lower-back spasms, but he remains on track to be available for Friday. He's settling into the backup center role behind Neemias Queta, with Minott averaging 6.2 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 17.5 minutes across his last 14 games.

Minott amassed zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound and one steal in 13 minutes during Monday's 112-105 loss to Detroit.

EDGE Analysis

Minott's fall from grace continues, going scoreless for the fourth time in the past month. In 13 appearances during that time, Minott has offered very little on either end of the floor, averaging 6.0 points and 3.2 rebounds in 17.2 minutes per contest. Outside of dynasty formats, it's hard to make a case for Minott being on any rosters.

Minott racked up seven points (2-4 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, one assist and two steals over 22 minutes during Thursday's 116-101 loss to Milwaukee.

EDGE Analysis

After generating some buzz early on this season, Minott has since been overshadowed by the emergence of Jordan Walsh. Across 24 regular-season appearances, Minott holds averages of 7.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.8 steals and 1.3 three-pointers in 19.2 minutes per contest.

Minott chipped in 11 points (4-6 FG, 3-5 3Pt), six rebounds and one block over 27 minutes during Tuesday's 123-117 victory over the Knicks.

EDGE Analysis

Minott's role has fluctuated dramatically this year, making him an unreliable fantasy asset. The 27 minutes were his most since Nov. 5. He has the tools to be an effective nine-category asset, but Minott has averaged just 7.4 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 19.2 minutes per contest over 20 games this season, and the Celtics don't appear to trust him with consistent minutes.

Minott had 16 points (7-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and one block across 20 minutes during Sunday's 138-129 win over Orlando.

EDGE Analysis

Minott's role within Boston's rotation has been very inconsistent since being relegated to the bench, as he dropped 16 points in 20 minutes on elite efficiency Sunday after going scoreless in just seven minutes Friday. With Neemias Queta (ankle) exiting the game early, Minott might be a candidate to inherit more playing time should Queta be sidelined, but the former isn't likely to supplant the latter in the starting lineup due to positional differences.

Minott is not in the Celtics' starting lineup against the Nets on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Contrary to a previous report, Minott will remain in a reserve role while Jordan Walsh remains in the starting lineup for a third consecutive game. Minott has seen his playing time fluctuate regardless of his role, so his usage during Tuesday's game may come down to matchups and flow. He has averaged 7.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 0.9 steals over 18.8 minutes per game since Nov. 1.