Middleton Cleared from Knee Injury, Set to Play Thursday vs. Celtics

Khris Middleton (knee) has been officially cleared from the injury report and is set to play in Thursday's game against Boston. The 34-year-old forward is returning after a one-game absence during Tuesday's matchup against Philadelphia. This season, Middleton has averaged 10.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3.5 assists across 25.9 minutes per contest over 15 games. His return provides a boost for the Washington Wizards.