Robert Williams to return for Celtics in Game 3 vs Nets

Published April 23, 2022 4:26 PM

NEW YORK (AP) — Center Robert Williams is set to play for the Boston Celtics in Game 3 of their first-round series against Brooklyn after missing nearly a month with torn cartilage in his left knee. Celtics coach Ime Udoka said Williams was available to play about 20-24 minutes off the bench Saturday night. Williams started all 61 games in which he played during the regular season. Williams, one of the league’s best defensive centers, averaged 10 points, 9.6 rebounds and 2.2 blocks during the regular season. He missed the final seven games with his knee injury.

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