Smart had nine points (4-5 FG, 1-1 3PT), two rebounds, two assists and three turnovers in 28 minutes during Friday's 108-95 win over the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

Smart returned from a one-game absence, and while he looked accurate from the field, the main positive aspect is that he was able to miss just one game. He should be able to resume his regular workload Monday against the Cavaliers.

Smart (oblique) has been cleared to play and will start Friday against Denver, Jay King of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smart was held out of Wednesday's contest due to illness and an oblique injury, but the training staff has cleared the guard for Friday's action. He'll look to bounce back after being held scoreless in 20 minutes Sunday against the Knicks.

Smart (oblique) is expected to play Friday against the Nuggets, according to Brad Stevens, Jay King of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

After having one of the worst performances of his career in which he finished with zero points in 20 minutes on Sunday, Smart was forced to miss Wednesday's contest, but it looks like that will be the only game his injury forces him to miss. Considering the guard averages less than 10 points per game in his career, the fact that before Wednesday's contest he had recorded at least 10 points in 10 of his last 11 games is an encouraging sign that we could see him be more of a scorer this season.

Smart (illness/oblique) is questionable for Friday's game against the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

Smart missed Monday's game due to an oblique injury and an illness, though it sounds like he could return after a one-game absence, as coach Brad Stevens hinted at Wednesday. The Celtics will likely wait and see how Smart feels closer to tip-off before determining his availability.

Coach Brad Stevens implied Wednesday that Smart (illness/oblique) is not expected to miss extended time.

EDGE Analysis

While Smart sustained an oblique injury over the weekend, Stevens emphasized that his absence from Wednesday's game against the Heat is due to an illness more so than the oblique. As such, if Smart is feeling better later in the week, it seems realistic that he could return to action as soon as Friday against Denver.

Smart (illness/oblique) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Heat, Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports Boston reports.

EDGE Analysis

After initially being labeled as doubtful for Wednesday's tilt, it does not come as much of a surprise that Smart will not play. The guard was reportedly held out of Tuesday's practice due to illness, but it's also worth noting that he suffered an oblique injury during Sunday's win against the Knicks, which may have contributed to him being held out of practice. Look for Brad Wanamaker and Javonte Green to fill Smart's vacated minutes.

Smart (oblique) was held out of Tuesday's practice and is considered doubtful for Wednesday's game against Miami, Jay King of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smart was reportedly held out of Tuesday's session due to illness, though King also added that the guard is still sore after suffering an oblique injury Sunday against the Knicks. With Smart likely out Wednesday, look for Javonte Green or Brad Wanamaker to draw the start at shooting guard.

Smart will be evaluated Monday after exiting Sunday's 113-104 win over the Knicks with a left oblique injury, Steve Bulpett of the Boston Herald reports. He finished with zero points (0-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and three boards in 20 minutes before departing.

EDGE Analysis

Smart left the contest after absorbing a hit from Kevin Knox on a drive to the basket, but after the game he downplayed the injury, suggesting the issue isn't a major concern. The good news for the Celtics is that they have a pair of off days Monday and Tuesday, but given that Smart was already banged up heading into Sunday's game, it wouldn't be a surprise if he's given a night off Wednesday against Miami.

Smart (abdomen) will not return to Sunday's game against New York, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smart exited the game after taking a hit from Kevin Knox on a drive to the hoop. The Celtics say Smart sustained a "direct blow to the abdomen," and he won't return to the contest. Given how banged up Smart has been in recent days, he should be considered very much questionable for Wednesday's game against Miami.

Smart departed Sunday's game against the Knicks after attempting to draw a charge on Kevin Knox, Tim Bontemps of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smart took contact to the chest area on a drive by Knox, and he appeared to be favoring his left side after falling to the floor. Smart remained down for a few moments before he returned to his feet and was helped to the locker room. It's unclear if he'll return to the game, but given his Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports Boston, it wouldn't be a surprise if the Celtics opt to play if safe.