Kyrie Irving said he will play in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.

”I’m going to go,” Irving said

Irving participated in practice Monday.

“It’s just good to see that he’s making some progress,” David Blatt said. “He’s not there 100 percent yet, but he’s making progress and that’s a very good sign. I’m hopeful.”

Irving is dealing with injuries to his left knee and right foot. He played in only 12 minutes in Game 6 of the Cleveland Cavaliers' win over the Chicago Bulls.