Tristan Thompson, four others listed as questionable for Celtics-Wizards

Justin Leger
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Thompson, four others questionable for Celtics-Wizards originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston

The Boston Celtics could be shorthanded Friday night when they take on the Washington Wizards.

Five C's players are listed as questionable on Thursday's injury report: Tristan Thompson, Robert Williams, Grant Williams and Carsen Edwards due to health and safety protocols, and Jeff Teague with a left ankle sprain.

Javonte Green is out of protocol after missing the team's road trip.

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Full injury report below:

Daniel Theis and Semi Ojeleye could see plenty of action if Thompson and Williams both are ruled out. There's a chance Boston's bench only consists of Green, Tacko Fall, Payton Pritchard, and Tremont Waters.

Friday night's Celtics-Wizards matchup is set for a 7:30 p.m. ET tip-off. Tune in to Celtics Pregame Live on NBC Sports Boston at 6:30 p.m.

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