Celtics' Grant Williams To Start In Place of Al Horford in Game 4 vs. Hawks

Horford To Miss Game Due to Health and Safety Protocols

The Boston Celtics will be without starting center Al Horford for Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night.

Horford has entered the NBA's health and safety protocols, the team announced Monday afternoon.

Grant Williams to Start In Horford's Absence

With Horford out, Grant Williams will start at center for the Celtics in Game 4.

Williams has started 11 games for the Celtics this season, including two starts in the playoffs.

Celtics Look to Take 3-1 Series Lead

The Celtics lead the series 2-1 heading into Game 4.

A win in Game 4 would give the Celtics a 3-1 series lead and put them one win away from advancing to the Eastern Conference finals.