Celtics' Al Horford: Returns to starting lineup Saturday

The Celtics have listed Horford (concussion) as their starting center for Saturday's game against the Pistons.

Analysis:

After a nine-game absence, Horford has finally been cleared to return to the court after he was seemingly close to playing in several of the last few contests. The Celtics have exercised caution with their prized offseason acquisition, so there's a possibility that he could face a minutes restriction in his return. Kelly Olynyk will assume a bench role to accommodate Horford's return to the starting five.