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Celtics Starter Upgraded to Available for Game 4 vs. Pacers

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May 25, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) brings the ball up court against Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) during the fourth quarter of game three of the eastern conference finals in the 2024 NBA playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
May 25, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) brings the ball up court against Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) during the fourth quarter of game three of the eastern conference finals in the 2024 NBA playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports | Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

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As the Boston Celtics attempt to punch their ticket to the NBA Finals for the second time in three years, they've received welcome news on the health front ahead of Game 4 against the Pacers.

Jrue Holiday, the hero of Saturday's 114-111 win, will again play through the non-Covid illness he's dealing with. 

The two-time All-Star swung the outcome of Game 3 by attacking downhill for an old-school three-point play that put the visitors ahead by one with less than 40 seconds left before stonewalling an Andrew Nembhard drive, coming up with a steal that helped seal a victory that gave Boston a commanding 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals.

The Celtics also welcome back Luke Kornet for Monday's matchup. He exited the first quarter of Game 2 due to a left wrist sprain that sidelined him for Saturday's win.

They have already ruled out Kristaps Porzingis. However, during a sit-down interview with NBC Sports Boston's Abby Chin, Payton Pritchard provided an encouraging update on his rehab from a soleus strain in his right calf.

Monday night's Game 4 between the Celtics and Pacers will tip off at 8:00 EST at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Further Reading

From Uncertain to Game 3 Hero, Jrue Holiday Propels Celtics to Finals Precipice

Celtics' Championship Mettle Has Them on Verge of NBA Finals

Jaylen Brown Reacts to Not Making an All-NBA Team: 'Embrace It'

Celtics Grab Elusive Game 2 Win vs. Pacers, Now Halfway to NBA Finals

Jrue Holiday Starts Eastern Conference Finals with Best Game as a Celtic

Jaylen Brown's Heroics Propel Celtics to 1-0 Lead in Conference Finals

Past Hardships Brought Out Best in Al Horford in Career Night: 'You Saw His Gift'

Kristaps Porzingis Discusses Target Date to Rejoin Celtics' Playoff Run: 'Doing Everything I Can'

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BOBBY KRIVITSKY

Bobby Krivitsky's experiences include covering the NBA as a credentialed reporter for Basketball Insiders. He's also a national sports talk host for SportsMap Radio, a network airing on 96 radio stations throughout the country. Additionally, he was a major-market host, update anchor, and producer for IMG Audio, and he worked for Bleacher Report as an NFL and NBA columnist.

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