Via Chris Forsberg of ESPN Boston:
Allen slowed his pregame workout before Game 2 in Orlando numerous times and appeared to be grimacing while grabbing at his right foot. Allen played only 15 minutes that night, his shortest outing since May 1.
Rivers noted the injury was so worrisome that the Celtics actually used Nate Robinson as the backup point guard for much of the three-day break between Games 2 and 3 because the team was uncertain if Allen could go Saturday night.Allen played 18 minutes in Game 3, making the only shot he attempted, while registering four points, two assists, a steal, and a rebound. His deflection set into motion Rajon Rondo's spectacular hustle play that fueled the Celtics to a lopsided win and a 3-0 series lead.
Tony Allen is cursed.Whenever the guy is playing great basketball, he eventually gets derailed by an injury. Let's hope he can play through the pain and/or the long layoff between the conference finals and the Finals will benefit him.