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Derrick White Derrick White knocks down five more triples
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 4:16 PM
Derrick White lit up the Lakers on Friday with 19 points (7-of-14 FGs), five rebounds, six assists, one block and five three-pointers.
Analysis: The main knock on White this season has been a rough field goal percentage, but this was the third straight game he has shot at least 50 percent from the floor. He's shooting 38.8 percent this season, which is a terrible mark, but it's slowly getting better. He didn't contribute many defensive stats in this game, but the career highs in assists, steals and blocks have allowed White to have an excellent season thus fatr. |
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Jordan Walsh Jordan Walsh turns in 17/4/1/1/2 line vs. Lakers
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 4:03 PM
Jordan Walsh finished with 17 points (6-of-7 FGs), four rebounds, one assist, one steal, two blocks and four three-pointers against the Lakers on Friday.
Analysis: Walsh has been an excellent defender as a starter for the Celtics, but the scoring hasn't come consistently. However, during this four-game win streak, Walsh has scored in double figures three times, with this performance coming 24 hours after he had a career-best 22 points. Walsh has been an intriguing sleeper in dynasty leagues for a few years, and the former five-star is now contributing in redraft leagues. It may not continue at this rate, but he has been playing well. |
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Jaylen Brown Jaylen Brown tallies 30/8/8 to extend C's streak
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 3:59 PM
Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 30 points (10-of-22 FGs), eight rebounds, eight assists, one steal and three three-pointers in a 126-015 win over the Lakers on Friday.
Analysis: After missing the first night of the Celtics' back-to-back, Brown was back in the lineup for this game. The last game he played in was his 42-point performance against the Knicks, and he picked up right where he left off. This was his 12th time scoring at least 30 points this season, and he has at least 30 in five of his last six appearances. That was enough in this one for Boston to win its fourth straight game, which they'll look to continue in Toronto on Sunday. |
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Jaylen Brown Jaylen Brown (illness) available, starting Friday
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 12:43 PM
NBA Lineups
Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard, Neemias Queta, Jordan Walsh and Derrick White will start on Friday against the Lakers.
Analysis: Brown returns to the Celtics' starting lineup after missing Thursday's win over the Wizards with an illness. He's averaging career-bests in points (29.0) and assists (4.8) per game, and has been Boston's best player in the absence of Jayson Tatum (Achilles). With Brown back in the lineup, the Celtics will have a better chance of securing a fourth consecutive win. |
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Anfernee Simons Anfernee Simons hits four triples vs. Washington
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 3:28 PM
Anfernee Simons shot 4-of-13 from the field and 4-of-4 from the foul line in Thursday's win over the Wizards, tallying 16 points, two rebounds, three assists, two steals and four three-pointers.
Analysis: After reaching double figures in 11 of his first 12 games this season, Simons has scored ten points or more in six of his last ten, including three straight. And the decrease in scoring has done significant damage to the guard's fantasy value, as he does not produce much in other fantasy-relevant categories. Simons is ranked just outside the top-200 in eight-cat value, a significant departure from his production while in Portland. Fantasy managers have to hold out hope that he'll turn things around eventually, but the role he currently holds isn't great. |
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Payton Pritchard Payton Pritchard dishes out eight assists in rout
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 3:28 PM
Payton Pritchard amassed 20 points (8-of-21 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), six rebounds, eight assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: One of three Celtics to score at least 20 points on Thursday, Pritchard was also responsible for eight assists. Before the 146-101 blowout of the Wizards, he last reached that number in a November 23 win over the Magic. Pritchard's scoring has not been as consistent as hoped recently, but he's still averaging 18.4 points per game over the past two weeks. He'll look to build on Thursday's effort when the Celtics host the Lakers on Friday. |
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Jordan Walsh Jordan Walsh tallies career-high 22 points vs. WAS
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 3:27 PM
Jordan Walsh finished Thursday's win over the Wizards with 22 points (8-of-8 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), seven rebounds, three assists, two steals, one block and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Walsh benefitted from Jaylen Brown's absence on Thursday, producing the best offensive night of his NBA career. Not only did the former second-round pick notch a career-high point total, but this was his first 20-point game as a pro. Over the past two weeks, Walsh has been close to a top-100 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. While he hasn't reached the point where he needs to be rostered in more than four percent of Yahoo! leagues, Walsh is trending in the right direction. |
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Derrick White Derrick White scores game-high 30 points vs. WAS
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 3:27 PM
Derrick White tallied 30 points (12-of-21 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), seven rebounds, nine assists, one steal and five three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Wizards.
Analysis: With Jaylen Brown (illness) out, the available Celtics had more opportunities to shine offensively against an overwhelmed opponent. White led the way, recording his first 30-point game of the season while also providing excellent value in rebounds, assists and three-pointers. Even better for the Celtics was that he only needed to play 29 minutes, as they host the Lakers on Friday. |
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Jaylen Brown Jaylen Brown (illness) officially out on Thursday
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 8:02 AM
John Karalis
Jaylen Brown (illness) is officially out against the Wizards on Thursday.
Analysis: This will be Brown's first missed game of the season, and has been anticipated over the last couple of days. His absence will mean more shots from Payton Pritchard and Derrick White but also increased usage for guys like Anfernee Simons, Josh Minott, and Sam Hauser. |
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Jaylen Brown Jaylen Brown (illness) doubtful vs. Washington
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 9:57 AM
Jay King
Jaylen Brown (illness) is doubtful to play against the Wizards on Thursday.
Analysis: Brown is expected to miss a game for the first time this season, which opens up a ton of minutes and shots. Anfernee Simons, Josh Minott, Sam Hauser and Hugo Gonzalez are all candidates to start in place of Brown, though all four should see a boost in minutes. |
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Derrick White Derrick White hits four triples, scores 22 points
Tue, Dec 2, 2025, 5:24 PM
Derrick White accounted for 22 points (8-of-16 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), two rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block and four three-pointers in Tuesday's win over the Knicks.
Analysis: White continues to provide consistent fantasy value. While he may not offer an extremely high ceiling, the veteran guard's floor is excellent. In nine-cat formats, he's providing third-round value, sitting just outside the top-30. Against the Knicks, White recorded a complete stat line after sitting out Sunday's win over the Cavaliers. Payton Pritchard (10/4/3/1 with one three-pointer) took a hit production-wise with White back in the lineup, but that was to be expected after his outstanding performance in Cleveland. |
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Jaylen Brown Jaylen Brown torches Knicks for 42 points Tuesday
Tue, Dec 2, 2025, 5:23 PM
Jaylen Brown finished Tuesday's win over the Knicks with 42 points (16-of-24 FGs, 8-of-9 FTs), four rebounds, four assists, one steal and two three-pointers.
Analysis: One game removed from recording his first triple-double of the season, Brown dropped a season-high 42 points on Tuesday. Boston trailed by as much as 14 during the first quarter but, thanks in part to Brown, would lead by as many as 21 points before holding on for the win. Brown's eight-cat fantasy value has aligned with his Yahoo! ADP, as he's providing third-round value. The lone issue on Tuesday was the turnover count: Brown committed four, but the overall production compensated for it. |
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Derrick White BOS starts Pritchard, White, Brown, Walsh, Queta
Tue, Dec 2, 2025, 1:41 PM
NBA Lineups
Payton Pritchard, Derrick White, Jaylen Brown, Jordan Walsh and Neemias Queta will start Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: White and Queta are available after sitting out Sunday's win over the Cavaliers. Their returns mean that Sam Hauser and Xavier Tillman head back to the bench, but only Hauser is guaranteed to play rotation minutes. Boston's other three starters are unchanged. |
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Derrick White Derrick White, Neemias Queta good to go Tuesday
Tue, Dec 2, 2025, 8:13 AM
NBA Injury Report
Derrick White (calf) and Neemias Queta (ankle) are available for Tuesday's matchup with the Knicks.
Analysis: As expected, both players will take the court after sitting out Sunday on the second leg of Boston's back-to-back set. White and Queta should handle their usual workloads with the starting five. |
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Neemias Queta Neemias Queta (ankle) probable vs. New York
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 10:38 AM
NBA Injury Report
Neemias Queta (ankle) is probable to play against the Knicks on Tuesday.
Analysis: Queta missed Sunday's game, which was the second of a back-to-back. That allowed Xavier Tillman to slide into the starting lineup, where he was relatively unproductive in 30 minutes of action. Tillman will be pushed to a reserve role with Queta back, which will eliminate the streaming value he held. |
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Derrick White Derrick White (calf) probable Tuesday vs. New York
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 10:34 AM
Zack Cox
Derrick White (calf) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: White did not play in Sunday's win over the Cavaliers, which was Boston's second game in as many nights. His anticipated return on Tuesday would push Sam Hauser to the bench, leaving the veteran forward with little streaming value. |
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Payton Pritchard Pritchard goes off for 42 points to defeat Cavs
Sun, Nov 30, 2025, 2:33 PM
Payton Pritchard exploded for a season-high 42 points (15-of-22 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), three rebounds and three assists over 30 minutes, leading the Celtics to a 117-115 victory over the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Pritchard stepped up to carry Boston on the second night of a back-to-back with Derrick White (calf) sidelined, eclipsing the lofty 40-point mark for the first time this season. He came out of the gate firing, scoring eight points in the first two minutes, and finished the half with a game-high 18 points. He finished 6-of-11 from beyond the arc and shot a blistering 68 percent overall. His biggest moment came in the final minute when he buried a turnaround jumper in the lane to give Boston a five-point cushion, later sealing the win with a pair of free throws in the closing seconds. The Celtics open a four-game week Tuesday against the Knicks before matchups with the Wizards, Lakers and Raptors. |
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Jaylen Brown Brown rips off triple-double in win over Cavs
Sun, Nov 30, 2025, 2:31 PM
Jaylen Brown recorded an impressive triple-double with 19 points (3-of-13 FGs, 12-of-16 FTs), 12 rebounds, 11 assists and one steal over 37 minutes in Sunday's win over the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Brown wasn't as impactful from a scoring standpoint on the second night of a back-to-back following a 41-point outburst during Saturday's narrow loss to the Timberwolves, but he still found a way to make an all-around impact in this one. He deferred to a red-hot Payton Pritchard throughout the night and recorded the fourth triple-double of his career by stepping up as a rebounder and facilitator. He also got to the free throw line for a whopping 16 attempts. He's delivered second-round value from a fantasy standpoint over the past three games, averaging 31 points, 9.3 rebounds, 2.7 steals and one block during that span. |
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Jordan Walsh Walsh posts 14/11/1/2/1 line in win over Cavs
Sun, Nov 30, 2025, 2:29 PM
Jordan Walsh recorded 14 points (4-of-7 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), 11 rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block over a season-high 38 minutes in Sunday's win over the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Walsh saw a massive uptick in minutes with both Derrick White (calf) and Neemias Queta (ankle) sitting out the tail-end of a back-to-back and delivered the most impressive all-around performance of his career. He pulled down six offensive rebounds as part of a double-double effort while knocking down four of seven shots from the floor. |
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Xavier Tillman Sam Hauser, Xavier Tillman starting for Boston
Sun, Nov 30, 2025, 11:49 AM
John Karalis
Payton Pritchard, Jaylen Brown, Sam Hauser, Jordan Walsh and Xavier Tillman will start against the Cavaliers on Sunday.
Analysis: With Neemias Queta and Derrick White sidelined, Hauser and Tillman will slide into the starting lineup. Luka Garza started in place of Queta on Wednesday, but it will be Tillman that gets the nod for this game. Hauser should be a reliable source of three-pointers with the minutes boost. |
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