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Jaylen Brown Brown drops 41 points as Celtics demolish Hawks
Sat, Jan 17, 2026, 3:49 PM
Jaylen Brown went off for 41 points (14-of-30 FGs, 11-of-12 FTs), six rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block over 29 minutes, leading the Celtics to a 132-106 blowout win over the Hawks.
Analysis: Brown was on pace to threaten the lofty 50-point threshold for the second time in the past month, but ended up sitting out the final quarter with the Celtics leading by more than 40 points. He set the tone early on in this one, erupting for a staggering 29 first-half points on 10-of-19 from the floor, while also getting to the free throw line nine times, as the Celtics built a commanding 82-51 advantage. The 29-year-old MVP candidate has eclipsed the 25-point plateau in six of his last seven games since January 1. It's abundantly clear that he's capable of carrying a contending team as their primary scoring option. The Celtics have a busy four-game week on tap with showdowns against the Pistons, Pacers, Nets and Bulls. |
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Sam Hauser Hauser hits 10 three-pointers in win over Hawks
Sat, Jan 17, 2026, 3:46 PM
Sam Hauser exploded for a season-high 30 points (10-of-21 FGs), six rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block over 30 minutes in Saturday's lopsided win over the Hawks.
Analysis: Hauser took advantage of some additional shot opportunities with Peyton Pritchard (ankle) sitting this one out. The 28-year-old sharpshooter knocked down a surreal seven three-pointers in the opening half, finishing with 21 points, to help the Celtics race out to a 31-point lead at the break. He finished with double-digit three-pointers for the first time in his career, falling just three points shy of matching his previous career-high mark of 33 points. It was an unbelievable shooting performance and illustrative of the type of impact Hauser can have when he's in a groove. |
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Baylor Scheierman Baylor Scheierman to make spot start Saturday
Sat, Jan 17, 2026, 1:11 PM
NBA Lineups
Derrick White, Baylor Scheierman, Jaylen Brown, Sam Hauser and Neemias Queta will start Saturday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: The Celtics won't have Payton Pritchard for Saturday's game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Scheierman receives the nod, which raises his fantasy ceiling slightly. However, Anfernee Simons may benefit the most despite coming off the bench. |
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Chris Boucher Chris Boucher (back) out Saturday vs. Atlanta
Sat, Jan 17, 2026, 11:23 AM
Bobby Krivitsky
Chris Boucher (back) is out for Saturday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Boucher has not appeared in a game since November 23. His absence will not affect fantasy basketball or the Celtics' rotation. |
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Payton Pritchard Payton Pritchard (ankle) ruled out vs. Atlanta
Sat, Jan 17, 2026, 6:58 AM
Boston Celtics
Payton Pritchard (ankle) has been ruled out against the Hawks on Saturday.
Analysis: Pritchard was initially listed as doubtful and has now officially been downgraded to out for the first time this season. Anfernee Simons should slide into the starting lineup and get an opportunity to build on his 39-point performance against the Heat on Thursday. |
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Josh Minott Josh Minott (ankle) to miss sixth straight game
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 10:53 AM
NBA Injury Report
Josh Minott (ankle) has been ruled out against the Hawks on Saturday.
Analysis: This will be a sixth straight absence for Minott with no end in sight. Sam Hauser and Jordan Walsh may take on a few extra minutes with Minott out, but he had practically fallen out of the rotation prior to this string of absences. |
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Payton Pritchard Payton Pritchard (ankle) doubtful vs. Atlanta
Fri, Jan 16, 2026, 10:50 AM
NBA Injury Report
Payton Pritchard (ankle) is doubtful to play against the Hawks on Saturday.
Analysis: Pritchard is expected to miss a game for the first time this season. Anfernee Simons, who scored 39 points against Miami on Thursday, should enter the starting lineup and could be in for another big night in a larger role. |
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Anfernee Simons Simons explodes for 39 points in win over Heat
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, 4:20 PM
Anfernee Simons erupted for a season-high 39 points (13-of-28 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), four rebounds, four assists and one steal over 34 minutes off the bench on Thursday, leading the Celtics to a 119-114 comeback win over the Heat.
Analysis: Simons went full supernova in this one, spearheading Boston's late-game rally as they erased a double-digit deficit to take the lead with just over five minutes left in regulation, scoring 18 of his 39 points in the fourth quarter alone. The 26-year-old scoring machine slashed to the rim with greater frequency than usual and knocked down 7-of-16 attempts from three-point range. He's shown flashes of gargantuan scoring upside, but the simply volume hasn't been there on a consistent enough basis in a limited role off the bench to make a significant fantasy impact. A performance like this shows exactly why he's the perfect complementary option for Jaylen Brown as a secondary creator capable of carrying the offense for extended stretches. |
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Jaylen Brown Brown chips in 27 points in comeback victory
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, 4:19 PM
Jaylen Brown supplied 27 points (9-of-24 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs) and seven rebounds over 30 minutes during Thursday's comeback win over the Heat.
Analysis: Brown wasn't exactly efficient in his return following a one-game absence due to lower back spasms but he came through with a couple key baskets late, pouring in 20 of his 27 points in the second half as the upstart Celtics pulled off an impressive comeback to erase a nearly 20-point deficit. He drained a clutch three-pointer with just over four minutes left in regulation and added a couple additional buckets down the home stretch. The 29-year-old franchise cornerstone has been phenomenal this season, averaging 29.4 points through 37 games, emerging as a legitimate MVP candidate. |
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Neemias Queta Queta falls just shy of double-double in victory
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, 4:18 PM
Neemias Queta chipped in nine points (4-of-5 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), nine rebounds, one steal and one block over 19 minutes in Thursday's win over the Heat.
Analysis: Queta continues to be a revelation for the Celtics this season as he's proven to be an effective rim protector and pick-and-roll threat for Boston's revamped offense. The 26-year-old big man is averaging 10.1 points, 8.3 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 0.8 steals and 1.2 blocks through 38 games, delivering eighth-round fantasy value during that span. |
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Jaylen Brown BOS starts White, Pritchard, Brown, Hauser, Queta
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, 1:09 PM
NBA Lineups
Derrick White, Payton Pritchard, Jaylen Brown, Sam Hauser and Neemias Queta will start Thursday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Brown is back after lower back spasms sidelined him for Monday's loss to the Pacers. As a result, Baylor Scheierman heads to the bench, and the second-year guard could fall out of the rotation entirely. The other four starters are unchanged. |
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Josh Minott Josh Minott (ankle) out Thursday vs. Miami
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 10:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Josh Minott (ankle) is out for Thursday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Minott will miss a fifth consecutive game with a sprained left ankle. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as he had fallen behind Jordan Walsh and Sam Hauser in the pecking order before the injury. |
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Jaylen Brown Jaylen Brown (back) absent from injury report
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 10:35 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jaylen Brown (back) is not on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: After sitting out Monday's loss to the Pacers with lower back spasms, Brown is not on the injury report for Thursday. His return likely pushes Baylor Scheierman to the bench, with the second-year guard offering minimal production in his spot start. |
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Payton Pritchard Payton Pritchard has 23 points in loss to Pacers
Mon, Jan 12, 2026, 4:10 PM
Payton Pritchard had 23 points (10-of-22 FGs), four rebounds, eight assists, two steals and three three-pointers against the Pacers on Monday.
Analysis: Pritchard has scored at least 21 points in three of his last five games. The 27-year-old point guard led the Celtics in scoring Monday with Jaylen Brown out of the lineup. Pritchard has provided fourth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Celtics are off until Thursday, when they take on the Heat in Miami. |
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Baylor Scheierman White, Pritchard, Scheierman, Hauser, Queta start
Mon, Jan 12, 2026, 1:11 PM
Sean Grande
Derrick White, Payton Pritchard, Baylor Scheierman, Sam Hauser and Neemias Queta will start Monday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: The Celtics won't have Jaylen Brown for Monday's game, as he's out with a lower back injury. His absence opens up a spot in the lineup for Hauser, who did not play in Saturday's loss to the Spurs. The other change to the lineup is Scheierman, whose first start of the season comes at the expense of rookie Hugo González. |
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Jaylen Brown Jaylen Brown (back) out Monday vs. Indiana
Mon, Jan 12, 2026, 12:52 PM
Boston Celtics
Jaylen Brown (back) is out for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Brown was initially doubtful for Monday's game, so his being ruled out is unsurprising. Sam Hauser (hamstring) is available, so he may return to the starting lineup after missing Saturday's loss to the Spurs. That would also ensure Hugo González of a second consecutive start. |
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Sam Hauser Sam Hauser (hamstring) available Monday vs. IND
Mon, Jan 12, 2026, 12:50 PM
Boston Celtics
Sam Hauser (hamstring) is available for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Hauser is good to go after initially being listed as questionable. As long as the hamstring doesn't flare up, he'll take on a more prominent role offensively since Jaylen Brown (back) is out. |
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Jaylen Brown Jaylen Brown (back) doubtful Monday vs. Indiana
Sun, Jan 11, 2026, 10:55 AM
Boston Celtics
Jaylen Brown (back) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Absent from the first injury report released by the Celtics, Brown is now doubtful due to lower back spasms. His absence would result in more prominent roles for Anfernee Simons and Baylor Scheierman, not to mention starters Derrick White and Payton Pritchard. |
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Sam Hauser Sam Hauser (hamstring) questionable Monday vs. IND
Sun, Jan 11, 2026, 10:17 AM
Justin Turpin
Sam Hauser (hamstring) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Hauser was a late scratch for Saturday's loss to the Spurs, resulting in Hugo González starting and Jordan Walsh's minutes matching those of Victor Wembanyama. If Hauser can't play on Monday, the Celtics will stick with a rotation of González and Walsh. |
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Josh Minott Josh Minott (ankle) out Monday vs. Indiana
Sun, Jan 11, 2026, 10:15 AM
Justin Turpin
Josh Minott (ankle) is out for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Minott's continued absence, with Monday's game being the fourth that he's missed, does not affect fantasy basketball. With Sam Hauser also out for Saturday's loss to the Spurs, Hugo González and Jordan Walsh made up the rotation at the power forward position. |
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