The Celtics are once again dealing with a lengthy injury report as they prepare to face the Pistons at 7 p.m. Friday in Detroit. Six key players in their rotation are listed with various injuries, starting with Jrue Holiday being out due to a right AC joint sprain.
Four players, including Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are questionable due to ankle issues, while Al Horford and Kristaps Porzingis are also questionable with their own injuries. On a positive note, Sam Hauser has been upgraded to probable after a recent ankle sprain.
With back-to-back games on Friday and Saturday, the Celtics may strategically rest Horford and Porzingis across both games. Tatum and Brown are likely managing their rest as well to avoid overexertion. Luke Kornet and Xavier Tillman are ready to step in as capable replacements.
The Celtics, with a stellar 55-14 record, are nearing clinching home-court advantage in the playoffs. They recently defeated the Bucks and the Pistons, with Hauser’s promising performance interrupted by his ankle sprain. However, it appears that his absence will be short-lived, with a return likely by Saturday.
