The Latest Breaking News from Robert Williams III

Sloppy defense, rushed offense, and a generally poor overall effort that has been a staple of the Celtics' recent play in road losses to teams like the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers (and very nearly, the Los Angeles Lakers as well) let one get away from Boston.

Robert Williams III spoke about finding calm and confidence amid an exciting return to the court in his first game back from injury.

Robert Williams returned to action but the Celtics couldn't get it done at home against the Magic.

Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla offered an update on Robert Williams III prior to his return to action Friday night.

He's baaaaack.

'"We're just constantly measuring how he responds to the five-on-five settings and a day off,' said Boston's coach.

The hard, cold reality of how clubs and players can be seen in the light of what they are so far this season as opposed to what we thought they would be.

Now, per Woj, it's mostly just a matter of Timelord feeling ready to make his season debut.

It was a tough night all the way around for the Boston Celtics as they get crushed by the defending champs Golden State Warriors in the Bay Area.

It is unclear if Horford will join the team for the Lakers tilt on Tuesday.

Jayson Tatum may not agree, but Joe Mazzulla and Jaylen Brown acknowledged Boston did not play their brand of basketball on Saturday.