The defending champion Boston Celtics are taking on the Detroit Pistons tonight.
At the moment, the Celtics hold a record of 42 wins and 16 losses. That places them second in the Eastern Conference, behind the Cleveland Cavaliers. On the other hand, the Pistons have exceeded expectations and hold the sixth position in the East with 32 wins and 26 losses and are riding a seven game win streak.
As the Celtics and Pistons get ready to face off, fans may be interested in knowing the availability of the stars from both sides. Therefore, a closer look at the injury report and predicted lineups for the Celtics-Pistons game is required.
Jaylen Brown Is Questionable for the Celtics vs. Pistons Game
Those who were able to watch the Celtics’ most recent game against the Raptors will be aware that Brown had a collision in the third quarter of the game. According to the reports, he sustained a bone bruise on his left quadriceps.
It’s unfortunate news for the Celtics, but since they are in no real danger of falling in terms of postseason seeding, it would be prudent to rest Brown for this game against the Pistons. That said, here are the injury reports and predicted lineups for this matchup.
Boston Celtics injury report
- Jaylen Brown (questionable)
- Jrue Holiday (out)
- Al Horford (out)
- Luke Kornet (out)
- Kristaps Porzingis (out)
Boston Celtics predicted lineup
- Torrey Craig
- Derrick White
- Jayson Tatum
- Sam Hauser
- Neemias Queta
Detroit Pistons injury report
- Jaden Ivey (out)
- Tolu Smith (out)
- Simone Fontecchio (questionable)
- Ron Harper Jr. (questionable)
Detroit Pistons predicted lineup
- Cade Cunningham
- Tim Hardaway Jr.
- Tobias Harris
- Amen Thompson
- Jalen Duren
The Celtics are dealing with a greater amount of injuries when compared to the Pistons. Given how well the Pistons have been playing as of late, this may not be such an easy game for the defending champs.
