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Murray-Boyles posted 14 points (7-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt), four rebounds and four assists across 20 minutes during Saturday's 126-113 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

Murray-Boyles led the reserve unit by scoring 14 points off an efficient 7-for-8 tally from the field. If Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) remains sidelined for Game 2 on Monday, Murray-Boyles should continue to see additional action while potentially receiving more opportunities on the offensive end.

Ingram closed with 17 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-10 FT), two rebounds, four assists and one block over 36 minutes during Saturday's 126-113 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

Ingram logged a game-high 36 minutes, although he was quieter than usual on the offensive end. The 28-year-old averaged 22.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 0.3 blocks and 0.7 steals while shooting 25.0 percent from deep across 36.0 minutes in three regular-season meetings with Cleveland. As a result, there's a strong chance Ingram will be more productive at some point during this series, especially if Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) misses more time moving ahead.

Poeltl amassed four points (1-2 FG, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal over 21 minutes during Saturday's 126-113 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

Poeltl logged 21 minutes in Game 1, putting him in line with the 21.9 he averaged in seven appearances in April to close out the regular season. However, the 30-year-old didn't do much offensively, recording only four points on two attempts, although he at least contributed to other statistical categories. Poeltl will look to be more productive offensively when these clubs meet Monday for Game 2.

Allen (hamstring) is considered a game-time decision for Sunday's Game 1 against the Thunder, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.

Allen has missed the Suns' last three games due to a left hamstring injury. He's coming off a career year, averaging 16.5 points, 3.8 assists, 3.0 rebounds, 3.1 threes and 1.4 steals over 28.8 minutes per game during the regular season. That production would need to be replaced by Haywood Highsmith, Royce O'Neale and Ryan Dunn if Allen is unable to play in Game 1.

Williams (foot) won't play in Sunday's Game 1 of the Western Conference first-round series against Oklahoma City, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Williams wasn't available for the 111-96 Play-In Game win over the Warriors on Friday. His next opportunity to return in the first round will be in Wednesday's Game 2. In the meantime, Oso Ighodaro is in line for another start.

Porzingis will "see what's the best direction" for him during free agency, Melissa Rohlin of the California Post reports.

Porzingis will be an unrestricted free agent, allowing him to sign with any club heading into the 2026-27 campaign. Although the 30-year-old admitted to enjoying his time with the Warriors, he added that he would like to "look at the whole picture" while prioritizing his health. Porzingis began last season in Atlanta before being traded to Golden State. In 15 regular-season games with the Warriors, he averaged 16.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.1 blocks while shooting 31.1 percent from deep across 23.7 minutes per contest. However, as has been the case throughout Porzingis' career, he had trouble staying off the injury report. Golden State reportedly wants to re-sign him, although it will presumably be for much less than the two-year, $60 million extension he inked with the Celtics in 2023, especially considering his diagnosis of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome.

Shulga isn't starting in Sunday's game against Philadelphia.

Shulga made the first start of his career in the 113-108 win over Orlando to close out the regular season, finishing with three points, three boards and one steal in 18 minutes. However, the Celtics' starters are healthy and ready to begin the series with the 76ers, moving Shulga back to the bench and potentially out of the rotation altogether.

Walsh isn't starting in Sunday's game against the 76ers.

Walsh started in the Celtics' final three contests of the regular season, most recently finishing with nine points, eight rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in 33 minutes in the 113-108 win over Orlando on April 12. However, with a healthy starting lineup for Boston versus Philadelphia, Walsh will head back to the bench, potentially seeing 10-15 minutes of work in Game 1.

Scheierman is not in Boston's starting lineup against Philadelphia for Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs Sunday.

The Celtics rested all of their starters and prominent role players in their regular-season finale against the Magic on April 12, which led to Scheierman starting and finishing with 30 points, seven assists, seven rebounds, two steals and one block over 38 minutes in a 113-108 win. The second-year pro has established a consistent role for himself off the bench this season, and he should maintain that role in the playoffs.

Harper won't start in Sunday's game against Philadelphia.

Harper started in the 113-108 win over Orlando to close out the regular season, finishing with a career-high 27 points. However, with the Celtics starting their usual group in Game 1, as expected, Harper will head back to the bench, significantly reducing his workload.