Delonte West said he and his problematic back will answer the bell this morning when the Celtics dribble out for their first practice.

Coach Doc Rivers said he doesn?t think West will be able to go the first day or two.

?I?ve rested the last couple of weeks, and I?m ready to go,? he said. ?We had our physicals and I was cleared to do a lot more. So I plan on coming in here with my shoes laced up.?

?I?m going as hard as they allow me to.?