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Irving, Morris out for Celtics against Mavericks

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Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward (20) loses control of the ball next to Dallas Mavericks guard Wesley Matthews (23) during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 4, 2019, in Boston. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

Hayward has 16 points, 11 rebounds, Celtics beat Mavs 114-93

By DOUG ALDEN - Associated Press

Boston Celtics' Daniel Theis (27) runs up against Charlotte Hornets' Devonte' Graham, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Sunday, Dec. 23, 2018. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)

Irving scores 25, Celtics beat Hornets 119-103 to end skid

By DOUG ALDEN - Associated Press

New Orleans Pelicans forward Nikola Mirotic (3) attempts to block Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) at the basket in the first half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, La. Monday, Nov. 26, 2018. (Max Becherer/The Advocate via AP)

Irving’s 26 points lead Boston past Pelicans, 124-107

By BRETT MARTEL - Associated Press

Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving celebrates a basket during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Phoenix Suns, Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018, in Phoenix. The Celtics won 116-109 in overtime. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Irving, Celtics rally from 22 down to top Suns 116-109 in OT

By JOSE M. ROMERO - Associated Press

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) fouls Detroit Pistons guard Reggie Bullock (25) as he tries to block a shot during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018, in Boston. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)

Irving scores 31, Celtics beat Pistons again 108-105

By DOUG ALDEN - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 9, 2017 file photo Boston Celtics' Kyrie Irving, left, and Gordon Hayward look on from the bench during the first quarter of a preseason NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers in Boston. Last season hopes were high for the Celtics in the preseason with a new-look roster that included Irving and Hayward. Five minutes into the season opener everything changed with Hayward’s gruesome leg injury. It happened again late in the season with Irving was lost to knee surgery. With both back and healthy, Boston is embracing being called the presumptive favorites in the Eastern Conference. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson, file)

With LeBron gone, Eastern Conference set for a new champion

By BRIAN MAHONEY - Associated Press

The Boston Celtics made it to Game 7 of the NBA Finals last season without injured guard Kyrie Irving. With Irving back, the Celtics are the favorite to return. (ASSOCIATED PRESS)

NBA Finals path open in East with LeBron James gone

By Brian Mahoney - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 9, 2017 file photo Boston Celtics' Kyrie Irving, left, and Gordon Hayward look on from the bench during the first quarter of a preseason NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers in Boston. Last season hopes were high for the Celtics in the preseason with a new-look roster that included Irving and Hayward. Five minutes into the season opener everything changed with Hayward’s gruesome leg injury. It happened again late in the season with Irving was lost to knee surgery. With both back and healthy, Boston is embracing being called the presumptive favorites in the Eastern Conference. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson, file)

Celtics healthy, eager to embrace favorites tag in East

By KYLE HIGHTOWER - Associated Press

Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving during the first quarter of a preseason basketball game in Boston, Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) **file**

Kyrie Irving tells fans: I’ll be back ‘if you guys will have me’

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Celtics’ Kyrie Irving to visit reservation in North Dakota

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Irving stays busy with knee to mend, movie to promote

By BRIAN MAHONEY - Associated Press

FILE - In this Feb. 11, 2018, file photo, Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James (23) drives against Boston Celtics' Marcus Morris (13) during the third quarter of an NBA basketball game in Boston. Although there were long stretches when it seemed impossible that the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics would meet in the Eastern Conference finals, they’re set to clash for the third time in four years.(AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)

Connected at hip: Cavs, Celtics intertwined since big trade

By TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) drives to the basket against Boston Celtics forward Al Horford (42) during the first quarter of Game 7 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series in Boston, Saturday, April 28, 2018. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Celtics beat Bucks 112-96 in Game 7, advance to play 76ers

By JIMMY GOLEN - Associated Press

FILE - In this March 20, 2018, file photo, Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving, left, sit with teammates Jaylen Brown, center, and Marcus Smart during the first quarter of the team's NBA basketball game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, in Boston, Tuesday, March 20, 2018. The Celtics have had to overcome their share of adversity this season, battling injuries after an offseason overhaul that began with so much expectation. Offseason acquisitions Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward have both suffered season-ending injuries. Yet somehow Boston enters the playoffs as the No. 2 in the Eastern Conference with a legitimate chance to win the conference. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)

Celtics still eyeing long playoff run after rash of injuries

By KYLE HIGHTOWER - Associated Press

FILE - In this Feb. 28, 2018, file photo, Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving (11) moves down court during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Boston. A person with knowledge of the situation says Celtics point guard Kyrie Irving will miss the rest of the regular season and playoffs after surgery on his left knee. The official spoke on the condition of anonymity to The Associated Press because the team has not released the news. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Kyrie Irving out for playoffs

By Kyle Hightower - Associated Press

Boston Celtics guard Terry Rozier (12) drives around Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Sacramento, Calif., Sunday, March 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Steve Yeater)

Rozier scores 33 as Celtics roll past Kings, 104-93

By MICHAEL WAGAMAN - Associated Press

Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving, left, sit with teammates Jaylen Brown, center, and Marcus Smart during the first quarter of the team's NBA basketball game against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Boston, Tuesday, March 20, 2018. All three starters are sidelined with injuries. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Celtics’ Kyrie Irving out 3-6 weeks after knee surgery

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Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) is fouled by Memphis Grizzlies forward Dillon Brooks, top, on a drive to the basket during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Monday, Feb. 26, 2018. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Irving scores 25, Celtics hold off Grizzlies 109-98

By KYLE HIGHTOWER - Associated Press

Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving, left, drives past Denver Nuggets guard Gary Harris in the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Jan. 29, 2018, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Irving scores 27 points as Celtics edge Nuggets 111-110

By BRENT W. NEW - Associated Press