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BOS • Center • #88
about 16 hours ago
After sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks, Queta is good to go for Friday night. Amari Williams started against Atlanta but only played 15 minutes, with Luka Garza logging 24 minutes off the bench. Williams has been sent to the G League, so he will be inactive, which bodes well for Queta’s playing time.
Source: Jack Simone
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
about 16 hours ago
Brown is dealing with multiple lower-body injuries and will not play on Friday. Baylor Scheierman was the replacement the last time that Brown missed a game, playing 20 minutes in a January 12 loss to the Pacers. Scheierman is not a must-stream player in most fantasy leagues.
Source: Jack Simone
BOS • Center • #88
1 day ago
Queta was held out of Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks, leading to Amari Williams getting another start. However, the rookie played only 15 minutes, while Luka Garza played 24 off the bench. Neither Williams nor Garza is worth rostering in redraft leagues when Queta is available.
Source: Bobby Krivitsky
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
1 day ago
In addition to a lingering hamstring issue, Brown is dealing with a right knee contusion. With the Celtics’ All-Star wing appearing unlikely to play on Friday, Baylor Scheierman could be moved into the starting lineup. However, with Derrick White and Payton Pritchard available, the second-year guard offers a limited streaming ceiling.
Source: Bobby Krivitsky
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
2 days ago
Tatum ruptured his Achilles tendon during Game 4 of the Celtics’ second-round series against the Knicks last May. Given the reports out of Boston and some of the videos, it appeared that there was a good chance that Tatum would try to come back before the end of the regular season. However, that may not be the path he takes, with the star forward now re-evaluating his options. Given how well the Celtics have played this season, that may be one of the factors that Tatum is considering. Fantasy managers who have been stashing Tatum in an IL spot can hold onto him for now, but be ready to pivot.
Source: Chris Haynes
BOS • Guard • #9
2 days ago
White recorded a complete stat line on Wednesday, but the numbers were modest by his standards. The Celtics guard is still offering third-round per-game value in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. White’s skill set makes him a fantasy favorite in category league formats, and that isn’t changing anytime soon.
BOS • Guard • #11
2 days ago
Pritchard wasn’t the only Celtic to struggle with his shot on Wednesday. He missed all three of his three-point attempts, and Boston shot 9-of-34 as a team. Every so often, the Celtics have a night when their perimeter shots aren’t falling. Thursday was one of those nights. As for Pritchard, he’s been close to a top-100 player throughout the season, so there’s no need to be concerned about Thursday’s performance.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
2 days ago
Brown has scored at least 20 points in 11 consecutive games as he continues to play at an All-NBA level. In eight-cat formats, he’s been close to a top-25 player. The two issues for Brown on Wednesday were three-point shooting, as he missed all five of his attempts, and his three turnovers. Regarding the latter category, he’s averaging 3.6 per game, an understandable average given how much of the offense runs through Brown.
BOS • Forward-Center • #77
2 days ago
With Neemias Queta (illness) out, the Celtics will turn to Williams to fill the resulting void. While not a great fantasy option, the rookie has done well as a screener within the Celtics’ offense. The other four starters are unchanged.
Source: NBA Lineups
BOS • Center • #88
3 days ago
Queta appeared in Monday’s win over Portland, but Amari Williams started. With Queta out of action and Luka Garza back after sitting out on Monday, Williams could see his role reduced in favor of Garza. The pair will pick up the slack for Queta, though neither Garza nor Williams are worth streaming outside of deep fantasy leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward • #99
3 days ago
Boucher will be available after missing Monday’s game against Portland. He hasn’t been part of the rotation, but with Neemias Queta (illness) listed as doubtful, he could fill some of the backup minutes down low.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Center • #52
3 days ago
Garza missed Boston’s last game and could miss a second in a row. Neemias Queta (illness) is doubtful, so Garza should take on extra minutes if he is available, though he hasn’t produced enough this season to be worth streaming.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Center • #88
3 days ago
Queta has been on the injury report with an illness ahead of Boston’s last few games, but he hasn’t missed any time. However, he is expected to miss this game. Amari Williams started in his place on Saturday even though Queta played, so Williams will have a good chance to return to the starting unit against Atlanta.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Forward-Center • #77
4 days ago
With Luka Garza (ankle) unavailable, Williams remained in the Celtics’ rotation on Monday. And this matchup led to the rookie playing more than starter Neemias Queta (four points, four rebounds, five assists and one blocked shot), who logged 22 minutes to Williams’ 26. Following the game, Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla cited Williams’ abilities as a screener as one of the reasons for his increased playing time. The rookie’s recent increase in playing time won’t significantly affect redraft leagues. Still, dynasty league managers should keep an eye on him, even if Williams is on a two-way deal.
Source: Bobby Krivitsky
BOS • Guard • #9
4 days ago
In terms of shooting the basketball, White had a relatively efficient night at the office. However, he had the worst game of his NBA career from a turnover standpoint. White was responsible for eight, two more than his previous career-high and double his season-high. To put the eight turnovers in perspective, he totaled nine in his last six games. The good news for fantasy managers is that high-turnover nights aren’t the norm for White, so there’s no need to panic.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
4 days ago
While this current run doesn’t compare with a stretch earlier this season of nine straight games with at least 30 points, Brown has scored at least 20 in each of his last ten appearances. That said, the steals production in Monday’s victory was just as noteworthy. The four steals were one shy of his season-high and one less than his total in Boston’s previous three games. Thanks to the consistent production, Brown has offered third-round value in eight-cat formats over the past three weeks.
BOS • Guard • #11
4 days ago
Pritchard had a good night at the office, but there was some concern during the fourth quarter after he appeared to jam his left pinky finger while attempting to corral a rebound. The good news is that he returned to the bench after a quick trip to the locker room and checked back in during the final minute to help put the game away. As for the production, Pritchard has now shot 12-of-25 from three over his last three appearances. With the limited defensive production, his fantasy ceiling isn’t particularly high, but the Celtics’ guard has offered a reliable floor.
BOS • Center • #88
4 days ago
After coming off the bench in Saturday’s loss to the Bulls, Queta is back in the starting lineup. With Luka Garza (ankle) unavailable, the Celtics may play their starting center more than usual. Amari Williams, who started on Saturday, could be in the rotation, but the rookie should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Lineups
BOS • Forward • #99
4 days ago
Absent from the initial injury report for Monday, Boucher is now questionable to play. He hasn’t appeared in a game since November 23, so the forward’s availability does not affect fantasy basketball or the Celtics’ rotation.
Source: Taylor Snow
BOS • Forward • #8
4 days ago
Minott is available to make his first appearance in a game since January 3. However, his presence does not affect fantasy basketball, as Sam Hauser and Jordan Walsh are healthy.
Source: Taylor Snow
BOS • Center • #52
4 days ago
Garza’s absence on Monday will open up key frontcourt minutes off the bench. The fifth-year pro has been a key member of the Celtics’ rotation and is enjoying a career-best season. His minutes could be dispersed to Amari Williams, Neemias Queta, and Josh Minott.
Source: Zack Cox
BOS • Center • #88
4 days ago
Queta was initially questionable for Monday’s game due to an illness that he’s been dealing with over the last few games. With Luka Garza (ankle) out, the Celtics may turn to Amari Williams to serve as Queta’s backup, but the starter should play enough to provide solid fantasy value.
Source: Taylor Snow
BOS • Forward • #8
6 days ago
Minott has been out since January 3, and his absence has not affected fantasy basketball. While there may be room in the rotation for him, that isn’t guaranteed with Sam Hauser and Jordan Walsh also in the mix.
Source: Justin Turpin
BOS • Center • #88
6 days ago
It appeared the Celtics hoped to rest Queta for Saturday’s loss to the Bulls, but he wound up playing 24 minutes, in part because Luka Garza tweaked his left ankle during the first half. Rookie Amari Williams started for Queta, but he only played ten minutes. If Queta can’t play, Garza is more likely to benefit than Williams, regardless of who starts.
Source: Justin Turpin
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
6 days ago
Chicago’s decision to guard Brown one-on-one without help proved costly, as he torched them for 20 first-half points on an absurdly efficient 7-of-10 shooting from inside three-point range. The 29-year-old franchise cornerstone’s effort was even more impressive considering he played a whopping 46 minutes during Friday night’s double-overtime win over the Nets and has been dealing with a lingering hamstring issue. He saved his best for the final minute going coast-to-coast for a game-tying layup with 14.2 seconds left in regulation. The herculean effort wasn’t enough for Boston as Chicago knocked down 21 three-pointers to squeak out a narrow win. The Celtics have a four-game week on tap that includes matchups against the Trail Blazers, Hawks, Kings and Bucks.
BOS • Guard • #4
6 days ago
Simons helped nearly spoil Derek Rose night in Chicago by doing his best impression, getting downhill and attacking the rim in addition to supplying his usual barrage of three-pointers. It was his first 20-point effort since going off for 39 points against the Heat back on January 15. The 26-year-old scoring machine contributed a strong all-around fantasy effort in this one, supplying a handful of rebounds, assists and steals. He remains a defensive liability but he’s capable of scoring in bunches when he gets hot.
BOS • Forward-Center • #77
6 days ago
While Neemias Queta (illness) is available, he’ll come off the bench on Saturday. And instead of Luka Garza, who played 20 minutes in Saturday’s win over the Nets, it will be Williams who starts. The second-round pick out of Kentucky will make his tenth appearance of the season, with this being his first start. Also, White’s return means that Baylor Scheierman comes off the bench.
Source: Sean Grande
BOS • Center • #88
6 days ago
Queta is good to go for Saturday’s game, which is the second in as many nights for the Celtics. He played 28 minutes in Friday’s win over the Nets, though illness was a factor. Luka Garza may pick up a few additional minutes off the bench, but he isn’t worth streaming since Queta is playing.
Source: Noa Dalzell
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
6 days ago
Brown is good to go after logging 46 minutes in Friday’s double-overtime win over the Nets. With Derrick White (rest) back, Baylor Scheierman will head to the bench.
Source: Noa Dalzell