Smart will start Friday's game against the Hawks, Brian Robb of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

As expected, with Jaylen Brown (ankle) out, Smart will enter the starting five. Over his past five starts, Smart is averaging 10.6 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.0 steal in 33.4 minutes.

Smart (thigh) will play Friday versus the Hawks, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smart sat out the last two games with a bruised right thigh but will retake the court Friday. The 25-year-old is likely to enter the starting lineup with Gordon Hayward (foot) and Jaylen Brown (ankle) both ruled out against Atlanta.

Smart (thigh) is probable for Friday's game against the Hawks.

EDGE Analysis

Smart is on track to return Friday after missing the past two games with a bruised thigh. With Kemba Walker (knee), Gordon Hayward (ankle) and Jaylen Brown (ankle) all questionable, Smart could get the spot start in his first game back. Over his past five games, Smart is averaging 12.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 1.0 steal and 1.0 block in 33 minutes.

Smart (thigh) will not play Wednesday against the Magic, Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smart will miss a second straight game due to a bruised thigh, though coach Brad Stevens did say the guard is making progress. The Celtics will also be without Kemba Walker, so Javonte Green could be in line for another start in the backcourt.

Smart (thigh) is questionable for Wednesday's contest against the Magic, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smart was held sidelined Monday due to the right thigh bruise after he sustained the injury during Saturday's win over the 76ers. Javonte Green earned the spot-start in Smart's absence during Monday's victory and could likely garner another one if Smart is eventually deemed unavailable.

Smart (thigh) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Atlanta, Ben Rohrbach of Yahoo Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

As anticipated, Smart will miss Monday's tilt with Atlanta due to a thigh bruise he sustained in Saturday's game against Philadelphia. Brad Wanamaker appears to be the best bet to join the starting five in place of Smart, though Javonte Green and Tremont Waters are also candidates. As the injury doesn't appear to be anything too concerning, Smart has a good chance of making a return in Wednesday's game against Orlando.

Smart (thigh) described himself as "unlikely to play" in Monday's game against Atlanta, Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smart, who's dealing with a thigh bruise after being nailed in the quad by Joel Embiid in Saturday's win over Philadelphia, can be considered doubtful for Monday until the team officially rules him out. Brad Wanamaker, Javonte Green and Romeo Langford are all candidates to see expanded roles in Smart's stead.

Smart is questionable to play Monday against Atlanta due to a bruised thigh.

EDGE Analysis

Smart picked up the injury Saturday night against Philadelphia, and there's a chance he could be held out Monday if the discomfort proves too debilitating. If Smart does play, however, he could make another start at point guard in place of Kemba Walker (knee), who's already been ruled out.

Smart generated 16 points (5-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four assists, four rebounds and two steals across 34 minutes in Saturday's 116-95 win over the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

Filling in for the injured Kemba Walker (knee), Smart performed well in the lopsided victory. The sixth-year veteran contributes as a utility man and occasional starter for the Celtics this season. He's currently on pace to surpass his career averages in points (12.4), assists (4.8), minutes played (31.8) and three-pointers made (2.3).

Smart will start Saturday's game against the 76ers, Keith Smith of Yahoo Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Kemba Walker (knee) sidelined, Smart will get the nod at point guard. In 26 previous starts, he's averaged 12.7 points, 5.0 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 1.5 steals in 33.4 minutes.