Mickael Pietrus is dealing with a hamstring issue and his availability for Tuesday's Game 5 is uncertain.

Pietrus has been dealing with a variety of ailments this season. The swingman also revealed that he wants his long-term future to be with the Celtics, but that thought is on the back burner for now as the team looks to advance in the postseason. We should have an update on Pietrus after shootaround.

Mickael Pietrus was scoreless in 19 minutes in Tuesday's Game 2 despite drawing the start at shooting guard.

Pietrus was pulled out of the game by Doc Rivers following a questionable pass on a fast break, and he looked to be pretty upset about the decision on the bench. Ray Allen talked with him on the bench and Pietrus returned for the fourth quarter, but Pietrus has zero points in this series and the Celtics will need him to be better than that.

Mickael Pietrus (knee) returned to action on Thursday, scoring nine points on 4-of-10 shooting (including a three) with two rebounds and one steal in just under 20 minutes off the bench.

Pietrus will need to provide solid backup minutes for the Celtics if they have any thoughts on winning the title. E'twaun Moore scored eight points with four rebounds, five assists, three steals, and two treys, and Ryan Hollins added nine points, five boards, and a career-high four blocks off the bench.

Mickael Pietrus (knee) will play on Thursday against the Bucks.

The swelling is gone from Pietrus' knee and the swingman will be available for the Celtics. He'll act as the sixth man with Ray Allen (ankle) already listed as doubtful.

Mickael Pietrus (knee) has been ruled out of Tuesday's game against the Heat.

Pietrus did not participate in shootaround and this will mark the fourth straight game he's missed. Pietrus is targeting to return on Thursday against Milwaukee. Marquis Daniels should see an increased role off the bench in Pietrus' absence.

Mickael Pietrus (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Heat.

Pietrus did not practice Monday. With Paul Pierce (rest) expected back Tuesday, wing minutes would be somewhat limited even if Pietrus does suit up.

Mickael Pietrus (knee) will not play in Friday's game against the Hawks.

Pietrus is having issues with his surgically-repaired knee. With Rajon Rondo (back) and Ray Allen (ankle) also out, the Celtics will start a backcourt of Avery Bradley and Sasha Pavlovic once again.

Mickael Pietrus was sent back to Boston for testing because he had the swelling return in his surgically-repaired knee.

Pietrus had arthroscopic surgery in July on his knee, and he's dealt with swelling previously this season. He returned from his severe concussion and immediately played heavy minutes, so it's not shocking that the swelling returned in his knee. "We'll see what happens when we get back," said Doc Rivers. His status for Wednesday's game against the Magic is unknown.

Mickael Pietrus (knee) will not play in Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Pietrus was set to function as the sixth man with Ray Allen (ankle) still sidelined, but he's too sore to go. Starting shooting guard Avery Bradley is in for a major role once again.

Mickael Pietrus is working his way back into game shape after returning from his severe concussion.

"I'm not close to where I was," said Pietrus. "I haven't played for three weeks, so I have to put more minutes and more games under my legs so in the playoffs I won't have any problems." Pietrus is serving as the Celtics sixth man with Ray Allen (ankle) sidelined, but he's not worth using in standard-sized leagues right now.

Mickael Pietrus was a non-factor for the Celtics on Friday, scoring just three points on 1-of-7 shooting with six rebounds and one three-pointer.

Even with Ray Allen (ankle) sidelined, Pietrus only played 22 minutes. It's best to leave him on your waiver wire until further notice.

Mickael Pietrus (concussion) returned from a 10-game absence on Wednesday night and scored eight points with six rebounds in 28 minutes of playing time.

With Ray Allen (ankle) out, Pietrus was forced to play a major role off the bench. He has some fantasy value, especially if Allen remains sidelined, but there are likely better options available on your waiver wire.

Updating a previous item, Mickael Pietrus (concussion) has been cleared to play for the Celtics on Wednesday against the Hawks.

The Cs have been on a major roll and with Ray Allen ruled out Wednesday, it will be interesting to see his role in his first game back. Pietrus is still a borderline fantasy play even when totally healthy.

Mickael Pietrus was at Celtics practice on Wednesday and was even getting up some shots, but there is still no timetable on his return.

Pietrus still needs to pass some additional tests to be cleared for play, but it sounds like he is getting closer. The Celtics have been playing inspired basketball lately, so it will be interesting to see if Pietrus can come back before the end of the season and where he would fit into their rotation. Even if he does return soon, he shouldn't be on your fantasy teams.

Mickael Pietrus (concussion) has been running with no effects and could return before the end of the regular season.

"He sounds like sooner than later, but that's from Pietrus, so we have to temper all of that," Doc Rivers said. We're going to list Pietrus as day-to-day, but he still needs to pass further baseline testing before he gets onto the court.

Mickael Pietrus (concussion) went through a workout at the Celtics practice facility and emerged without complications.

Good news for Pietrus as he looks to return from a Grade III concussion. He passed his first baseline test a few days ago, and he'll have another medical exam on Tuesday. It's conceivable Pietrus could be back before the regular season ends, but he obviously won't return until he's 100 percent cleared to do so.

Mickael Pietrus passed his first concussion test on Sunday, leaving him questionable for the Celtics vs. the Sixers tonight.

Pietrus is not worth using in fantasy tonight, even if he's going to play. But with five games next week, he could be worth a look in deeper leagues if he's cleared to play.

Mickael Pietrus could start concussion tests as early as Friday, but there is still no timetable for his return.

Doc Rivers said the Pietrus sounded good, but this is going to have very little impact on fantasy leagues, regardless. The Celtics are probably thinking about the playoffs when planning his return.

Mickael Pietrus (concussion) said that he's "getting his energy back" and is no longer wearing sunglasses.

Great news. Pietrus sustained a Grade III concussion, and that is the most severe concussion classification. Beat writer A. Sherrod Blakely writes that Pietrus "looks a lot better," but the swingman remains out indefinitely. Doc Rivers previously stated he wasn't expecting Pietrus to return until the postseason begins.

Mickael Pietrus' March 23 concussion was of the Grade III variety.