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Shaq Expected To Return In Game 3

BOSTON (CBS) - It is finally happening Celtics fans.

No more "he might play" or "he's close." Shaquille O'Neal will finally make his return to the Celtics in Game 3 Saturday night against the Heat.

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After the Celtics practiced on Thursday, head coach Doc Rivers said everyone was ready to play in Game 3, including the oft-injured O'Neal.

Doc Says Shaq Is Good To Go For Game 3

O'Neal has played a total of five minutes, 29 seconds since Feb. 1 because of problems with his right calf and Achilles tendon.

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When he was in the lineup this season, "The Big Diesel" made an impact. He averaged 9.2 points and 4.8 rebounds in 37 regular season games.

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