Gordon Hayward on bench for Boston Celtics game vs. Golden State Warriors

The long road back from the season-ending leg and ankle injuries has begun for Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward. Outpourings of goodwill and well-wishes from other athletes — via texts, e-mails and social media — are spurring Hayward on each day. But there’s something about being back around one’s teammates that can help one keep pushing forward on the grueling injury-rehab trail.