Sam Hauser: Player News
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www.nbcsports.comHere are the latest public updates on Sam Hauser as of May 2026:
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Hauser has been mentioned in recent playoff-related reporting with updates on his availability and injury status. Several outlets noted he cleared for playoff action after dealing with a back issue in the regular season, and timelines varied by game from late regular-season fixtures into the early playoffs. This suggests he has been considered available for multiple postseason contests, though individual game status has fluctuated due to conditioning and back symptoms.[2][3]
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In late May 2026, coverage highlighted Hauser as a role player for Boston, contributing around 9 points per game across the regular season and providing floor spacing with his three-point shooting. Updates emphasize his continued role in Boston’s rotation during the playoffs, with occasional questions about workload and rest depending on matchups.[3][2]
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For broader context, ESPN and NBC Sports have maintained ongoing updates on his injury status and game-by-game availability throughout the 2025-26 season, indicating that he remained a relevant rotation piece for the Celtics but with occasional limitations tied to his back.[4][5]
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