Boston Celtics practice report: Tristan Thompson progresses, Tremont Waters stays ready

The Boston Celtics practiced on Monday afternoon at the Auerbach Center in Brighton. In addition to Marcus Smart’s focus on his shot selection and Evan Turner discussing his move to coaching, here are a few other notes from today’s practice:

Tristan Thompson is progressing

“He practiced today and looked good,” Brad Stevens said after practice. “He hasn’t played in nine months prior to these last two practices so obviously we’ll follow the lead of our medical team and get Tristan’s feedback and see how it goes.”

Thompson strained his hamstring before signing with the Celtics. He seems closer to being ready for action, but it might not be on opening night. Stevens says whenever Thompson returns,…