Jrue Holiday (leg) is no longer wearing a walking boot, but he said he's still experiencing pain and swelling, Darrell Williams of the New Orleans/Baton Rouge Advocate reports.

Holiday (leg) is no longer wearing a walking boot, but he said he's still experiencing pain and swelling, Darrell Williams of the New Orleans/Baton Rouge Advocate reports.

Analysis:

It's a step in the right direction for Holiday, though persistent swelling and pain are obviously not positive indications considering he hasn't played since mid-January. Holiday is set to be re-evaluated in about a week, so more information will be available at that time.