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Nesmith is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks with a left hand strain.

Tuesday's game will be the first leg of a back-to-back set, prompting the team to consider managing Nesmith's workload. Ben Sheppard and Jarace Walker could see additional opportunity if Nesmith doesn't go Tuesday.

Potter is questionable for Tuesday's game against New York due to a left hip contusion.

Potter managed to battle through the same issue during Sunday's game in Toronto, so he'll seemingly have a good chance to suit up barring any last-minute setbacks. The Pacers could have another update after watching him go through morning shootaround.

McConnell is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks due to right hamstring soreness.

McConnell didn't show any signs of a hamstring injury his last time on the court, but he's now in jeopardy of missing Tuesday's clash. The team should have a better idea of his status closer to tipoff.

Williams was assigned to the G League's Maine Celtics on Monday.

Williams agreed to a two-year standard contract Thursday, though that development isn't indicative of a consistent role with Boston. The rookie has appeared in 14 NBA games (two starts) this season, averaging 1.6 points and 2.1 rebounds in 8.0 minutes per contest. With the Celtics off until Wednesday against the Bulls, Williams could be recalled in time to rejoin the parent club.

Gonzalez was assigned to the G League's Maine Celtics on Monday.

This is likely a move to get Jayson Tatum (Achilles) some work against NBA-level talent, as the star forward is expected to take part in portions of Monday afternoon's practice. The Celtics don't play until Wednesday against Chicago, so Gonzalez figures to be recalled in time to participate.

Anunoby (toe) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Pacers.

Anunoby is in danger of missing his third straight game while managing right toe soreness. In the five contests prior to being sidelined, the wing averaged 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 2.0 steals while shooting 55.8 percent from the field and 45.9 percent from beyond the arc. If Anunoby remains out Tuesday, rookie Mohamed Diawara is likely to see an uptick in playing time.

Robinson has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pacers due to left ankle injury management.

Robinson will take a seat for the first half of New York's back-to-back in an effort to keep him fresh for Wednesday. Ariel Hukporti could be in line for an uptick in minutes in Robinson's absence.

The Celtics announced that Tatum (Achilles) will be assigned to the G League's Maine Celtics to take part in certain portions of the team's practice Monday.

Tatum had recently been cleared for 5-on-5 scrimmage work against the team's coaching staff, so his assignment to the G League for practice is another step in the right direction for the star forward, who has been out all season while recovering from May 13 surgery to address torn right Achilles tendon. Following Monday's practice, Tatum will be recalled to Boston, where he'll continue his rehab. Tatum is without a clear timeline to make his 2025-26 debut, but his involvement in practice would seem to be a firm indication that the Celtics are optimistic he'll be able to play at some point this season.

Furphy was diagnosed with a torn right ACL on Monday and will miss the remainder of the season, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Furphy started in 21 of 35 regular-season appearances for the Pacers, posting averages of 5.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 0.7 three-pointers in 18.4 minutes per contest. While no timetable has been announced, Furphy's absence could extend through the beginning of the 2026-27 season. With this news, the Pacers will likely lean more on Ben Sheppard, Kam Jones and Quenton Jackson moving forward.

Tate (wrist) is available for Tuesday's game against the Clippers.

Tate will be available as an emergency depth option off the bench, but he's not guaranteed any rotation minutes.