The Boston Celtics are gearing up to face the Miami Heat on Monday night, but they’ll have to navigate a packed injury report first. The Celtics are coming off a thrilling win over the New York Knicks, but the victory came at a cost.
Star forward Jayson Tatum, who dropped an impressive 40 points against the Knicks, is listed as questionable due to right patella tendinopathy. Tatum has a reputation for being a tough competitor who hates to sit out, so it’s possible he’ll suit up despite the injury. However, the Celtics might be wise to give him a night off to rest and recover.
Tatum isn’t the only Celtic dealing with an injury. Jaylen Brown is also listed as questionable due to right knee swelling. Brown’s status will likely be a game-time decision, and the Celtics will be holding their breath hoping he’ll be available.
The injury report doesn’t stop there. Jrue Holiday is out with a right shoulder impingement, an injury that forced him to miss the game against the Knicks. Additionally, new Celtic Torrey Craig is out as he continues to rehab from an ankle injury.
On a positive note, Kristaps Porzingis is no longer listed on the injury report after missing the game against the Knicks due to an illness.
As for the Heat, they’re dealing with their own set of injuries. Jaime Jaquez Jr. is questionable due to an illness, while Nikola Jovic is probable with an ankle issue. Dru Smith is out after undergoing surgery to repair a torn Achilles tendon.
The Heat will be looking to bounce back after a tumultuous trade deadline that saw them ship Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors. The Celtics, meanwhile, will be aiming to build on their momentum and secure another win in the Eastern Conference.
With the injuries piling up, the Celtics will need to dig deep and find a way to overcome their setbacks. Can they muster up enough strength to take down the Heat, or will their injuries prove too much to overcome? Only time will tell.
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