Smart started at small forward and recorded 12 points (5-13 FG, 2-7 3Pt), 10 assists, six rebounds and three steals across 34 minutes in Friday's 115-87 win over the Knicks.

EDGE Analysis

Smart had already been seeing sizable minutes as the Celtics' sixth man, and while the appointment to the top unit didn't lead to much more playing time for the third-year player, he managed to turn in his most well-rounded stat line to date. His shooting still leaves a lot to be desired, but Smart's averages of 13.2 points, 4.2 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 2.2 three-pointers and 1.0 steal per game are helpful enough in just about any league format.

Smart will start at small forward in Friday's game against the Knicks.

EDGE Analysis

To this point on the season, Smart has been been playing 31.5 minutes and recording 13.5 points, 2.5 assists, and 3.8 rebounds per game. Now in the starting lineup as a result of coach Brad Stevens changing the lineup, he may see a slight uptick in minutes. It remains unclear if he'll stay in the starting lineup going forward.

Smart tallied 20 points (7-18 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-5 FT) and added three rebounds, an assist, and a steal in 36 minutes against the Wizards in a 118-93 loss Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Smart may come off the bench, but he's played at least 27 minutes in every game he's played this season. This is his first time hitting the 20-point mark this season

Smart posted 14 points (5-9 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two assists, two rebounds and one block across 28 minutes in Thursday's 128-122 loss to the Cavaliers.

EDGE Analysis

Though Smart started the second half of Wednesday's win over the Bulls at small forward with Jae Crowder (ankle) out, rookie Jaylen Brown slotted in on the top unit Thursday. Brown looked good while scoring 19 points and figures to stick with the top unit for the duration of Crowder's absence, but Smart, who can play three difference positions, should occupy a high-minute role off the bench. After a rough outing Wednesday in his season debut following a bout with an ankle sprain, Smart rebounded well for the second half of the back-to-back set. He showed uncharacteristic accuracy from both the field and three-point line, but most of Smart's fantasy value figures to come from his scoring, assist, rebound and steal totals rather than his percentages.

Smart (ankle) played 34 minutes in Wednesday's 107-100 win over the Bulls, producing seven points (2-8 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five assists, five rebounds, one steal and one block to go with six turnovers.

EDGE Analysis

Smart did well to fill up every category of the stat sheet in his season debut, but his familiar problems with shooting were readily apparent, and the high turnover total also cast a blight on his production. Even so, the Celtics' willingness to hand Smart big minutes right off the bat offers some encouragement about the opportunity he has at hand, especially with Jae Crowder (ankle) going down with an injury Wednesday. Crowder is expected to miss at least a week with the left ankle sprain, opening the door for Smart to potentially start at small forward Thursday against the Cavaliers. Coach Brad Stevens used Smart with the starters to begin the second half Wednesday while Crowder was receiving treatment in the locker room.

Smart (ankle) will play in Wednesday's game against the Bulls and have no restrictions, Scott Souza of GateHouse Media reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smart will finally make his season debut Wednesday and will likely be the first guard to come off the bench with Bradley (shoulder) active and also having no restrictions placed on him. Smart should get some run at both point guard and shooting guard Wednesday, and his full return to the rotation will likely mean a decreased role for guard Terry Rozier.

Smart (ankle) said he will play in Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Scott Souza of GateHouse Media reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smart has been yet to see the floor through the first three games of the regular season, but he should be ready to go on Wednesday night. If Smart plays without any restrictions, he should resume his role as the first guard off the bench in relief of either Isaiah Thomas or Avery Bradley. This would send Terry Rozier, who has served as the team's backup point guard in Smart's absence, back to more of a reserve role.

Smart (ankle) has been ruled out of Wednesday's season opener against the Nets.

EDGE Analysis

Smart's sprained left ankle has improved of late, but he remains without a firm return timetable. The third-year guard estimated that he'll be back in "about a week," which would likely mean he'll miss at least the first three games of the season. Following the opener Wednesday, Boston plays at Chicago on Thursday and at Charlotte on Saturday before returning home to host the Bulls next Wednesday, Nov. 2.

Smart (ankle) is improving but remains without a return timetable, Scott Souza of the Providence Journal reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smart sprained his left ankle in last Wednesday's preseason finale and has remained limited in the day since, but coach Brad Stevens stopped short of ruling the guard out of the team's season opener Wednesday against the Nets. At this point, it appears rather unlikely that Smart will be available Wednesday, but more should be known following Tuesday's session. If Smart is ultimately held out, Terry Rozier would be in line for increased minutes.

Smart (ankle) has not been definitely ruled out for the Celtics season opener against the Nets, Chris Forsberg of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smart is already out of his protective boot, and has been able to work out around the weight room. Head coach Brad Stevens indicated on Saturday that Smart "looked a lot better". The team does not expect him to practice Monday, but they will see how the young guard is progressing at that point in time. Smart was originally expected to miss a couple weeks of action, so this is optimistic news. The third year guard averaged 27 minutes per game in each of his first two season, and figures to see a similar workload this season.