Celtics Injury Report: Two Starters Questionable for Monday’s Game Against Pacers

Celtics Injury Updates Ahead of Monday’s Game Against Pacers

The Boston Celtics have listed two starters, Jaylen Brown and Jordan Walsh, as questionable for their upcoming Monday night game at 7:30 p.m. against the Indiana Pacers due to illness. Brown missed Saturday’s win over the Raptors and Walsh started that game but was sidelined for the second half.

Jayson Tatum remains sidelined as he continues Achilles rehabilitation, underscoring the team’s ongoing need to adjust its lineup. If Brown and Walsh cannot play, the Celtics are expected to rely heavily on their versatile wing players.

Coach is likely to increase playing time for Sam Hauser, Josh Minott, Hugo Gonzalez, and Baylor Scheierman. Gonzalez has recently excelled, delivering some of the best performances of his young career in the last two games.

Boston currently holds a 17-11 record, placing them third in the Eastern Conference. The team is riding a two-game winning streak including a strong showing against the Raptors. This week presents crucial opportunities with a home game Monday and a road game on Friday.

Indiana struggles this season with a 6-22 record, sitting 14th in the East. The Pacers have dealt with multiple injuries, notably star guard Tyrese Haliburton, who is out for the season with an Achilles injury.

For bettors, the Celtics are favored by 11.5 points for Monday’s matchup with odds at -120 on FanDuel. This reflects Boston’s strong position and Indiana’s current challenges.

The Celtics’ ability to adapt without key starters like Tatum and possibly Brown and Walsh will be pivotal. Their depth and recent momentum could help maintain their standing as they face a struggling Pacers team in Boston.