Via the International Herald Tribune:
The Celtics weren’t at full strength for Game 5, missing center Kendrick Perkins with a shoulder injury. Whether he’ll play in Game 6 will be a game-time decision, but Boston expects to have Allen available.
The shooting star left the arena immediately following Sunday’s game because of a “health issue” with his toddler son, Walker, who underwent medical tests Sunday and Monday. Allen was still at the hospital when the rest of the Celtics arrived in Boston at about 10:30 p.m. EDT Monday, team spokesman Jeff Twiss told The Associated Press.
Allen planned to take an overnight flight so he could play Tuesday night, according to Twiss.
Earlier, the Celtics waited at LA International Airport for their flight, which was delayed by mechanical problems. Another plane was brought in for the trip. [Read]
The Celtics flight was scheduled to leave at 11:00 a.m. EDT. The lack of downtime could play a significant factor in tonight’s contest.
Especially with Paul Pierce and his injured knee having played 47:58 of a possible 48 minutes on Sunday.
