Evan Turner (knee) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Nets.

Turner (knee) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Nets.

Analysis:

A right knee strain kept Turner out of the Celtics' two European exhibition games, but his return to practice earlier this week now puts him on course to make his preseason debut. It's expected that coach Brad Stevens will deploy him as the Celtics' starting small forward Wednesday, a role he'll likely assume for the beginning of the regular season. Turner figures to earn frequent time at both wing spots this season and makes for a decent late-round target in fantasy drafts, given his ability to contribute as a scorer, rebounder, and an assist man.