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Celtics say Kyrie Irving suffered minor facial fracture against Hornets

Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving suffered a minor facial fracture in Friday's win over the Charlotte Hornets and is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors.

Al Horford (concussion) has been upgraded to probable against Toronto after missing the last two games while navigating the league's concussion protocol.

Celtics big man Aron Baynes hit Irving while trying to defend a Kemba Walker shot attempt in the first quarter of Friday's game. After fouling Walker on a drive, Baynes spun to box out and his right elbow smashed Irving, who immediately collapsed to the floor clutching his face.