Injury Updates: Another Celt Goes Down, Two More Coming Back?

by Roy_Hobbs on Mar 5, 2011 12:28 PM EST in Boston Celtics News & Links

First, the bad news, via Chris Forsberg:

Celtics reserve guard Von Wafer sported an oversized walking boot following Friday's win over the Golden State Warriors and said he'd be sidelined for a few days after suffering a right calf sprain.

"I feel alright, just a little sore," said Wafer. "I'll be out for a few days... I think I just sprained a muscle, that's all."

Wafer makes the 10th Celtic to be injured and expected to miss time this season, and that's not counting the previously injured Nate Robinson (who never missed a game, but who just had knee surgery in OKC and is expected to miss 4-6 weeks), Avery Bradley (as there was no guarantee he would have played) or Troy Murphy (who was with the Nets at the time of his injury).

Forsberg does give some good news, though:

"Delonte is day-to-day, but I doubt he'll play this weekend," said Rivers, who will take his troops to Milwaukee for a Sunday night battle with the Bucks. The Celtics enjoy two days of rest before the Clippers visit.

"Shaq actually wants to play on Sunday, but I think he needs more practice time, so he'll probably play next Wednesday -- if nothing happens in practice, and I'm scared to say that now that our shootarounds been so grueling," Rivers said.

It's going to be great to have the Big Shamrock and Delonte back in action.

Update: Looks like we jinxed Shaq. Forsberg tweets:

Shaq now looking unlikely for Wednesday. Foot is bothering him again. Doc said he'll simply toss Delonte & Shaq in once healthy.

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I'll believe it when I see it

They said last week Shaq was gonna be back against Phoenix, now theyre pushing it back again. I’m all for giving the man as much time as he needs, but for god sake, pick a game and stick to it

by greg683x on Mar 5, 2011 12:31 PM EST reply actions

With all the new players coming in, there’s no rush for most of the players to come back until 100% or close to that. Guys get dinged up all the time, but this is allowing some of the newer players to get some time in. No big deal.

by amenhotep04 on Mar 5, 2011 1:38 PM EST up reply actions

Prescient...

Looks like Shaq won’t be back on Wednesday, after all.

All the negativity in this town sucks. It sucks, and it stinks, and it sucks. - Rick Pitino

by Roy_Hobbs on Mar 5, 2011 2:53 PM EST up reply actions

When Shaq first went out he was going to miss a couple of games

It has now been SIX weeks since he has played in a game. But we all should believe what Danny tells us about Shaq and JO, right? Give me a break.

by vinnie on Mar 5, 2011 3:57 PM EST up reply actions

Well Doc

is kind of like the New England weather regarding Shaq updates and availability. No worries,
as long as he is ready for the last say 10-15 games, then the postseason, it’s all good.

Prove we are wrong, Tom "Medicine Man" Quinn, NOT!

by Great Gatsby on Mar 5, 2011 5:22 PM EST up reply actions

Wafer injury proves he`s a "true" Celtic afterall!

Way to go, Von…..you officially belong!

by Title 18 on Mar 5, 2011 12:49 PM EST reply actions

+1

lol

Bleed Green. What does it mean?

by CelticsHooRah on Mar 5, 2011 9:35 PM EST up reply actions

no one is saying much about sasha pavlovic, but i think this guy is going to win us a game or 2.

by nazzbo on Mar 5, 2011 12:58 PM EST reply actions

Sasha is an in-your-face defender, and you can never have too many of them!

by BirthTimes on Mar 5, 2011 1:05 PM EST reply actions

Plus, he played with Delonte in Cleveland, so they already know each other pretty well…

by BirthTimes on Mar 5, 2011 1:07 PM EST up reply actions

Sasha, Delonte and Shaq were all together on that team

by Surferdad on Mar 5, 2011 5:31 PM EST up reply actions

Alright

So against the Clippers, the only ones on the injured list should be Jermaine, Wafer and Baby. And a couple of games after that it should be just Jermaine!

by P2 on Mar 5, 2011 1:15 PM EST reply actions

if shootarounds are that grueling

they may have to ease up a bit, especially next week when the C’s have 5 games in 7 days with 2 back to backs, someone is gonna get hurt with that much play

by Banner 18 on Mar 5, 2011 1:33 PM EST reply actions

You gotta believe that during that span Doc will ease up. He’s done that in the past. So I don’t see that as a concern.

by amenhotep04 on Mar 5, 2011 1:39 PM EST up reply actions

Part of the fact that the practices are grueling is there's a number of new guys trying to make an impression and win some playing time.

by no kidding on Mar 5, 2011 2:37 PM EST up reply actions

lets just stop having practice man and only watch film

smh jk tho

by stylo617617 on Mar 5, 2011 3:00 PM EST reply actions

Wow -- I am shocked. Shaq's foot is bothering him again!

But wait. Danny the genius assured us that all is well in Shaq and JO land.

by vinnie on Mar 5, 2011 3:55 PM EST reply actions

Give it a rest.

If you hate Ainge that much, go find a different team.

by Stanley1 on Mar 5, 2011 4:40 PM EST up reply actions

No!

People don’t have to only praise Ainge to be considered Celtic fans. It was dumb to count on Donut Shaq to play center in the playoffs. He is old and injury prone at this point. Same thing with JO the bum. How Ainge can still believe he can count on either O’Neal is mind blowing.

by MaxAMillion on Mar 5, 2011 6:40 PM EST up reply actions

In case you haven't noticed

Perk has been hurt an awful lot the last two seasons, and is currently hurt.

by Stanley1 on Mar 5, 2011 8:19 PM EST up reply actions

dont be surprised

this is coming from a fan who has strong faith in our team that he predicted we would get blown by the heat days before we played them the last time

by RockinRyA on Mar 5, 2011 11:42 PM EST up reply actions

Stanley1 and C'sFanfromNY .....you both need to obey the rules here in treating fellow posters with respect

both you have been warned

Is it Soup Yet?

by Master Po on Mar 6, 2011 6:18 PM EST up reply actions

Always two sides to a coin ...

I’m fine with you NOT liking the trade at all. The trade obviously has its pros and cons …. and I have no problem hearing legitimate arguments from both sides. I LOVE Perk. If you ask my opinion, I would say that I wish that Danny had not traded him. I love his work ethic, his hard-nosed approach and his DEFENSE.

Even though I am on on the same side of the fence as you are, I have to say that I do NOT appreciate the baiting & sarcastic tone of your posts nor the seeminly personal attacks you wage against Danny simply because he executed a trade you did not like. I disagree with Danny just like you but I see no reason to spew hatred on his person (or on anyone whose actions / decisions we do NOT agree with.)

And, regarding Shaq’s setback, it is the nature of the beast (i.e., any injury). I’m sure he had to be cleared by the Celtics doctors before he had to start practicing. The setback is unfortunate but it does not look like a major one.

Does this setback invalidate Danny’s comment? IMHO, it does not.

Calm down … life is good and beautiful ….spread the love and not the hate! :)

by TheGreenThumb on Mar 5, 2011 6:58 PM EST up reply actions

+1

Well said.

by green18, 19, 20... on Mar 6, 2011 9:09 AM EST via mobile up reply actions

I think Danny's strategy is to have no defensive presence in the middle at all

This is why he brought on all of this offense. They are going to have to beat teams 110-109 to win number 18.

by vinnie on Mar 5, 2011 3:57 PM EST reply actions

Right, just like we did when Perkins wasn’t even available to play ::rolleye::

by kozlodoev on Mar 5, 2011 9:03 PM EST up reply actions

which is why I like the trade

Either danny or doc said in an interview recently regarding team defense sans-perk … that the big four have been the tone setters for the defense. When they come to ball and play team D, all the guys buy in because its infectious. add to that Now we have more youth and versatility on offense . I see nothing but upside.

malcontents....the lot of you

by dasandruler on Mar 5, 2011 11:45 PM EST up reply actions

Same

Trying to stay positive. We traded away 4 injured players plus Luke for 5 players that aren’t that bad. Keeping us versitle in the process. The Big 4 will make sure there is still an emphasis on D. I’m not worried.

by green18, 19, 20... on Mar 6, 2011 9:15 AM EST via mobile up reply actions

Whatever it takes as long we win games, I don't care the score!

by greenSD on Mar 6, 2011 2:00 AM EST up reply actions

+1

It would be nerve racking but a W is a W.

by green18, 19, 20... on Mar 6, 2011 9:16 AM EST via mobile up reply actions

Shaq could come back in better shape ready to go.

I think Shaq could play if he had to. He probably really isnt bad off Doc isnt going to risk anything and we all know he will keep the vets out longer than needed. It sucks that its taking so long but its a good thing they arent willing to just throw him back in. We’ ll need him. I could see him coming back for another ten games or so then being rested until a handfull of games before the Playoffs. Besides the new guys need the time.Probably arent enough practices left for them to be able to get what they need to so you have to throw them in and make them get it.

by CoachBullins on Mar 6, 2011 2:47 AM EST reply actions

Look for Shaq to come back and play the opener of the back to backs.

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by lygafe on Mar 6, 2011 3:51 AM EST up reply actions

shaq

well he needs to get in game shape all these games missed does not bold well. how can you be of any service if you dont get on the court before the playoffs./ and has anyone seen shaq, he was looking a lil fat the last time i seen him. i hope hes atleast on a treadmill and doing some running.

by 18champs on Mar 6, 2011 10:48 AM EST up reply actions