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Celtics' Al Horford: Set to rest Saturday

Horford is expected to sit out Saturday's preseason matchup with the Hornets for rest purposes, Chris Forsberg of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis:

The Celtics are simply giving some of their regulars an extra day off, as Amir Johnson, Avery Bradley and Isaiah Thomas (wrist) will also sit out. Tyler Zeller will get the nod at center in Horford's absence.

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