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Baylor Scheierman Baylor Scheierman drops six three-pointers vs. NYK
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 4:44 PM
Baylor Scheierman recorded 20 points (7-of-8 FGs), four rebounds and six three-pointers in Thursday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: While he wasn't Joe Mazzulla's choice to fill in for the injured Jaylen Brown (Achilles), Scheierman still provided key offensive contributions on Thursday. The second-year wing made six of his seven three-point attempts, matching his career-high in points. In fact, Scheierman totaled 21 points over his previous five appearances. Jordan Walsh received the starting nod in New York, and he finished with five points, two rebounds, one assist and one three-pointer. Scheierman has the higher offensive ceiling, and that's how things played out on Thursday. |
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Payton Pritchard Payton Pritchard records 23 points, six assists
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 4:44 PM
Payton Pritchard amassed 23 points (10-of-20 FGs), three rebounds, six assists and three three-pointers in Thursday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: With no Jaylen Brown, the Celtics were going to need others to step up offensively on Thursday. Unsurprisingly, Pritchard answered the call, recording his first 20-point game since March 29 against the Hornets. He scored eight of his points in the third quarter, helping the Celtics erase a 12-point deficit and take a two-point lead into the fourth quarter. Pritchard's 23 points weren't enough to help Boston take home the victory, but they're still well-positioned to be the No. 2 seed in the East. |
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Jayson Tatum Jayson Tatum scores 24 points in return to MSG
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 4:43 PM
Jayson Tatum finished Thursday's loss to the Knicks with 24 points (7-of-22 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), 13 rebounds, eight assists, one steal and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Thursday's game was the first at Madison Square Garden for Tatum since he ruptured his Achilles tendon during Game 4 of last May's second-round playoff series. The Celtics star recorded another double-double, his tenth of the season, and he's scored at least 20 points in seven consecutive games. Add in the assists, and the overall stat line compensated for the low field-goal percentage. Plus, Boston played Thursday's game without Jaylen Brown, which clearly makes a difference. |
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Jordan Walsh BOS starts White, Walsh, Hauser, Tatum, Queta
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 1:22 PM
NBA Lineups
Derrick White, Jordan Walsh, Sam Hauser, Jayson Tatum and Neemias Queta will start Thursday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: The Celtics won't have Jaylen Brown for Thursday's game, as he sits due to an Achilles injury. He's been replaced in the lineup by Walsh, who will be more valuable defensively than as a scorer. It would be unsurprising if he were given the task of defending Jalen Brunson. |
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Neemias Queta Neemias Queta (toe) upgraded to available vs. NYK
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 11:48 AM
Jay King
Neemias Queta (toe) is available for Thursday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Queta is good to go after initially being questionable for Thursday's game. He'll take on his usual role as the Celtics' starting center, with Nikola Vu?evi? serving as his backup. |
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Derrick White Derrick White (knee) available Thursday vs. NYK
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 11:46 AM
Taylor Snow
Derrick White (knee) is available to play against the Knicks on Thursday.
Analysis: Despite dealing with a knee contusion, White will be available on Thursday when the Celtics take the floor at Madison Square Garden. White provides high-level perimeter defense and a balance of scoring and playmaking on the offensive end. He's averaged 18.7 points against the Knicks in their three matchups this season. |
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Sam Hauser Sam Hauser (back) upgraded to available vs. NYK
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 7:01 AM
Taylor Snow
Sam Hauser (back) is available for Thursday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Hauser is good to go after initially being questionable for Thursday's game. He'll occupy his usual space within the Celtics' starting lineup. |
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Jaylen Brown Jaylen Brown (Achilles) downgraded to out vs. NYK
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 6:59 AM
Taylor Snow
Jaylen Brown (Achilles) is out for Thursday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: While Brown was present at pregame shootaround, the Celtics' star did not participate. He's now officially out, which could result in Jordan Walsh or Hugo González moving into the starting lineup. |
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Derrick White Derrick White (knee) present at shootaround
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 6:16 AM
Zack Cox
Derrick White (knee) was present at shootaround ahead of Thursday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Questionable with a right knee contusion, White did some shooting during Thursday's pregame session and was in his practice uniform. However, Jaylen Brown (Achilles) was not in uniform. Both remain questionable for Thursday night's game, with the Celtics one win away from sewing up the No. 2 seed in the East. |
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Neemias Queta Neemias Queta, Sam Hauser questionable vs. NYK
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 10:47 AM
NBA Injury Report
Neemias Queta (toe) and Sam Hauser (back) are questionable for Thursday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Hauser is dealing with lower back spasms, and Queta has a sprained right great toe. The latter's absence would free up rotation minutes for Luka Garza and Nikola Vu?evi?, and Vooch could use a few more minutes as he shakes off the rust following an extended absence due to a fractured hand. Hauser sitting out opens up playing time for Ron Harper Jr. |
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Jaylen Brown Jaylen Brown, Derrick White questionable vs. NYK
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 10:41 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jaylen Brown (Achilles) and Derrick White (knee) are questionable for Thursday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Thursday's game is the first of two in as many nights for the Celtics, who are one win away from locking up the two-seed for the Eastern Conference playoffs. While White sitting would likely push Payton Pritchard into the starting lineup, Jordan Walsh and Hugo González would have more prominent roles if Brown can't play. |
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Jayson Tatum Jayson Tatum has 23/5/4 line in win over Hornets
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 4:43 PM
Jayson Tatum had 23 points (8-of-15 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), five rebounds, four assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Tuesday's win over the Hornets.
Analysis: Tatum has now had exactly 23 points in three consecutive games. The 28-year-old small forward took a backseat as Jaylen Brown led the way for Boston with 35 points. Tatum continues to look ready for the playoffs as he's provided first-round per game value over the last two weeks. |
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Jaylen Brown Jaylen Brown drops 35 points in win over Hornets
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 4:29 PM
Jaylen Brown had 35 points (13-of-29 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), nine rebounds, three assists, one steal, one block and three three-pointers in the Celtics' 113-102 victory over the Hornets on Tuesday.
Analysis: Brown led the Celtics with 35 points in the win over the Hornets on Tuesday. The 29-year-old small forward played much of the season without Jayson Tatum due to an Achilles injury, which went as expected with Brown's volume increasing as well as his turnovers. He had another five turnovers on Tuesday. It's the turnovers that have led to him providing sixth-round per game value this year and not paying off his ADP. Brown will be in position to bounce back next year with he and Tatum presumably healthy entering the season. |
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Nikola Vucevic Nikola Vu?evi? (finger) plays 13 minutes in return
Sun, Apr 5, 2026, 12:07 PM
Nikola Vu?evi? (finger) notched four points (2-of-5 FGs), four rebounds and one assist in Sunday's win over the Raptors.
Analysis: Available for the first time since March 6, Vu?evi? appeared a bit rusty on Sunday. Obviously, plus/minus does not tell the complete story for any player, but the veteran center was a minus-14 in 13 minutes of play. Luka Garza, who filled in admirably as the backup center in Vu?evi?'s absence, was a DNP-CD on Sunday. Boston has four games remaining in the regular season, so Vu?evi? will have time to get into a groove before the playoffs. |
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Jaylen Brown Jaylen Brown scores game-high 26 points vs. TOR
Sun, Apr 5, 2026, 12:07 PM
Jaylen Brown recorded 26 points (11-of-20 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), six rebounds, three assists, two steals and one three-pointer in Sunday's win over the Raptors.
Analysis: Brown has scored at least 26 points in each of his last nine games. And the production has remained excellent since Jayson Tatum's return. Over the last month, Brown has averaged 28.3 points per game on 45.5 percent shooting from the field. While the Pistons will go into the playoffs as the top seed in the East, there won't be a shortage of pundits who label the Celtics the favorites to win the conference. Brown, who has played at an elite level all season, is one of the reasons why. |
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Neemias Queta Neemias Queta records 18 points, three blocks
Sun, Apr 5, 2026, 12:06 PM
Neemias Queta accounted for 18 points (9-of-10 FGs), seven rebounds, four assists and three blocks in Sunday's win over the Raptors.
Analysis: Queta came through with another quality effort on Sunday, shooting 90 percent from the field. The four assists were the most in a game for him since March 27, when the Celtics center recorded five in a win over the Hawks. Add in the rebounds and blocks, and this was a good finish to Week 23 for Queta and those rostering the 7-footer. For those whose leagues will be active in Week 24, the Celtics play four games. |
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Jayson Tatum Jayson Tatum posts 23/13/7/3 line vs. Toronto
Sun, Apr 5, 2026, 12:05 PM
Jayson Tatum finished Sunday's win over the Raptors with 23 points (7-of-15 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), 13 rebounds, seven assists, three steals and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Tatum continues to round into form as the playoffs approach. Having scored 23 points or more in five consecutive games, the Celtics' forward has recorded two double-doubles and a triple-double in his last three outings. Sunday's stat line included three steals, and Tatum totaled eight over his final three games of Week 23. Boston is closing in on securing the two-seed in the East; as a result, he may not be guaranteed to play in all four games in Week 24. |
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Nikola Vucevic Nikola Vu?evi? (finger) available vs. Toronto
Sun, Apr 5, 2026, 7:54 AM
Jack Simone
Nikola Vu?evi? (finger) is available for Sunday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Sunday's game will be the first for Vu?evi? since March 6, when he fractured his finger during a game against the Mavericks. His return likely means fewer minutes for Luka Garza. |
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Nikola Vucevic Nikola Vu?evi? (finger) questionable vs. Toronto
Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 10:05 AM
Bobby Krivitsky
Nikola Vu?evi? (finger) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: With Vu?evi?'s status change for Sunday's game, there is a real chance he gets in a few games before the playoffs. That would help remove some of the rust that the veteran center may be dealing with. Luka Garza has served as the backup center, but that will clearly change once Vooch is healthy enough to play. |
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Derrick White Derrick White hits five triples, scores 17 points
Fri, Apr 3, 2026, 4:56 PM
Derrick White produced 17 points (6-of-11 FGs), three rebounds, five assists and five three-pointers in Friday's win over the Bucks.
Analysis: While he did make 75 percent of his shot attempts in Wednesday's win over the Heat, White attempted just four shots. Friday's performance does a lot more in terms of boosting the confidence of those rostering the Celtics guard, who shot 37.1 percent from the field in his previous nine appearances going into Milwaukee. White shot over 50 percent from the field, and even though the final stat line did not have any defensive stats, the assists and three-pointers were good. |
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