## Injury Report: Celtics Face Setbacks Ahead of Crucial Games The NBA season is in full swing, and the Boston Celtics have been one of the league's most impressive teams. They currently sit atop the Eastern Conference standings with a 36-15 record, but they have been dealt a couple of injury blows that could impact their chances of making a deep playoff run. ### Robert Williams III Set To Miss Multiple Weeks One of the Celtics' most important players, Robert Williams III, is set to miss multiple weeks with a sprained MCL. Williams is a key part of Boston's defense, and he is also a valuable contributor on the offensive end. His absence will be a significant blow to the Celtics, who are already without Danilo Gallinari due to a torn ACL. ### Marcus Smart's Status Uncertain In addition to Williams' injury, the Celtics are also dealing with an ankle injury to Marcus Smart. Smart is Boston's starting point guard and one of their best defenders. He is currently listed as day-to-day, but there is no guarantee that he will be able to play in the Celtics' upcoming games. ### Celtics Still Have Plenty of Depth Despite the injuries to Williams and Smart, the Celtics still have plenty of depth. Al Horford and Grant Williams can both play center, and Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon can step into the starting lineup at point guard. The Celtics also have several other players who can contribute off the bench, including Payton Pritchard, Luke Kornet, and Sam Hauser. ### Celtics Will Be Tested The Celtics will be tested in the coming weeks without Williams and Smart. They have a tough schedule coming up, with games against the Philadelphia 76ers, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Milwaukee Bucks. The Celtics will need to find a way to win without their two key players if they want to maintain their lead in the Eastern Conference.
