Thornton put up 17 points (6-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds and one steal in 23 minutes.

He has averaged 16.0 points in 19 minutes a game over his last two. Prior to that he failed to score in double-digits in four straight. Coach Brad Stevens has only played Thornton more than 23 minutes one time this season. If he could garner more consistent minutes, Thornton could be a viable option but that remains to be seen.

Thornton had 15 points (7-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt), two assists and one block in 14 minutes on Wednesday.

This is likely a random occurrence and not something to expect consistently. Thornton is averaging just 7.3 points in 16.3 minutes per game in January. He's played more than 20 minutes just four times this season.

Thornton scored 15 points to go with four assists in Monday's loss to the Clippers.

It was Thornton's highest scoring output in more than a month and his third-highest of the season. The 27-year-old has seen his statistics, and fantasy value, dwindle this season, however, as he's playing a career-low 15.2 minutes per game. Unless that number increases, Thornton is only a consideration in deeper leagues.

Thornton (calf) returned to action Wednesday, putting up five points (2-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, and two assists in 14 minutes off the bench.

Thornton will likely remain a consistent part of the bench rotation, but he's averaged just 8.2 points and 1.1 three-pointers in 15 minutes per game this season. Those stats and minutes aren't good enough to use in anything but the deepest of leagues. Thornton is only 27 years old, but as a poor man's J.R. Smith, his time in the NBA might be on the clock, let alone his prospects to contribute in fantasy. Thornton sat out the last 11 games with his calf injury.

Thornton (calf) will play Wednesday against the Nets.

Thornton, who was initially deemed a game-time call, will return to action Wednesday after missing three weeks with a calf strain. The veteran will likely be brought back to speed gradually and shouldn't be much of a fantasy contributor on his first night back.

Thornton (calf) is a game-time call for Wednesday's game against the Nets.

Thornton is finally nearing a return after missing the last 11 contests. A final call may not come until just before tip, however, so be sure to check back prior to the 7:30 PM ET start. If Thornton does play, coach Brad Stevens indicated rookie James Young may return to inactive status.

Thornton (calf) will not play Monday against the Hornets, Mark Murphy of the Boston Herald reports.

Thornton will miss his 11th straight game while he slowly returns from a calf injury. It was a positive sign to see him back at practice last week, but he's without a timetable to return to game action.

Thornton (calf) will not play Saturday against the Bulls, the Boston Herald reports.

Saturday's absence will make it an even 10 for Thornton as a result of the calf injury. He did resume practicing earlier in the week, but a return to action Monday is far from certain.

Thornton (calf) did not play Friday.

Thornton has missed nine straight games with a calf injury. He's a roleplayer off the bench for the Celtics, and through 20 games this season, he's averaged just 8.2 points and 1.1 three-pointers in 15 minutes per game. The Celtics play the Bulls on the road Saturday.

Thornton (calf) will not be available Wednesday.

All signs were pointing towards Thornton being able to play Wednesday, but now he will miss his eighth straight game. Unless news of a setback comes out, Thornton will again be expected to be able to play Friday.

Thornton (calf) practiced Monday and is expected to practice again Tuesday, placing him on track to return Wednesday against Sacramento, A. Sherrod Blakely of CSN reports.

Thornton has missed seven consecutive contests since sustaining a small tear in his calf muscle in mid-December. If he's able to go through Tuesday's session without a hitch, he has an excellent chance to play Wednesday. Thornton has been a solid bench player for the Celtics this season, but given the fact that he's playing only 15 minutes per game, his fantasy value is limited.

Coach Brad Stevens said Friday that Thornton (calf) is progressing but is yet to do anything "up and down the court."

Thronton sustained a small tear in his calf earlier in the month and is expected to remain out until early January. The Celtics haven't provided a concrete return date, but the veteran will likely miss at least a a few more games, as he's yet to resume full speed work.

Thornton (calf) will likely be sidelined for a few weeks due to a small tear in his left calf.

Thornton suffered what was initially believed to be a strained calf during Friday's practice, but after further evaluation it appears the guard sustained a minor tear. The team will likely shut him down for a few weeks, which should open up additional minutes for Evan Turner and Marcus Smart off the bench.

Thornton suffered a strained calf in practice Sunday and will not play Monday against the Sixers.

He will not travel with the team, making his status for Monday set in stone. It's not clear how serious the strain is, but his next chance to return will be at home on Wednesday. Expect teammates Avery Bradley and Evan Turner to pick up most of Thornton's available minutes.

Thornton scored 16 points (6-13 FG, 3-8 3P, 1-2 FT) with two rebounds in just 19 minutes off the bench Wednesday.

He's been the absolute definition of hot and cold recently, scoring five, 21, three and now 16 points over the last four games. Until Thornton can start providing more consistent production though, he's a hard guy to roster in most fantasy formats.

Thornton (ankle) returned from a one-game absence with 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt) in 18 minutes in the loss to the Cavaliers on Friday.

In his return to the court, Thornton played 18 minutes, which was his second most of the season. He remains a low-ceiling player unless he earns (or is given) more minutes.

Thornton (ankle) will be active and available for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Comcast SportsNet reports.

Thornton has been dealing with a twisted ankle, and had to sit out Wednesday's game against the Thunder. He'll be available Friday, and it seems he'll probably get around 10 to 15 minutes of time if he's not held to limited minutes in his return.

Thornton (ankle) went through a full practice Thursday, Mark Murphy of the Boston Herald reports.

Thornton, who missed Wednesday's game against Oklahoma City, appears on track to return Friday when the Celtics host Cleveland. The veteran has scored in double-figures just twice in six games this season and is averaging 13.8 minutes after playing more than 24 minutes per game as a member of the Nets and Kings last season.

Thornton (ankle) won't play Wednesday against the Celtics, Steve Bulpett of the Boston Herald reports.

Thornton was considered questionable for Wednesday's contest, but the team decided to rule him out beforehand rather than wait. This likely indicates his ankle isn't up to snuff, and that his status for Friday's game against the Heat will be in question as well.

Thornton (ankle) is questionable to play Wednesday against Oklahoma City, A. Sherrod Blakely of CSN reports.

Thornton is dealing with a twisted ankle and is essentially a game-time call in advance of Wednesday's game. The 27-year-old is averaging 6.5 points and 1.2 rebounds in only 13.8 minutes per game, so he's not much of a fantasy consideration in standard leagues.