The Boston Celtics will take on the Sacramento Kings tonight at the Golden 1 Center. The defending champions Celtics have once again proven to be a force to be reckoned with. Much can be credited to the consistent performances of the frontline, particularly of Jayson Tatum. The Forward has been minting points this season and would be looking to continue showcasing the brilliance tonight. As Tatum is set to grab the attention it is imperative to know whether he will be featuring tonight or not. Let's take a look at the Boston Celtics injury report to draw clarity on the subject.
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Jayson Tatum Injury Report
Jayson Tatum is not listed in the injury report released by the Celtics ahead of the game against the Kings. Thus, he will be expected to play tonight. Tatum's impact can be gauged from the numbers he promises to deliver every game. The 27-year-old has been averaging 27.2 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game this season.
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Boston Celtics Injury Report
While Tatum is free from any injury issue, the same cannot be said about the Boston Celtics. A total of four players are listed in the Boston Celtics injury report. Here's the entire list:
- Sam Hauser: Questionable due to a back issue.
- Xavier Tillman: Out due to a knee injury.
- Al Horford: Horford has been given rest.
- Jaylen Brown: Out due to a knee injury.
Sacramento Kings on the other hand have comparatively fewer injury issues. Doug McDermott has been marked as Day-to-Day for tonight's game due to an elbow injury.
Despite the injuries, the Boston Celtics will enter the floor with a considerable edge. It will be intriguing to see what fight the Kings can bring and whether they can cause an upset tonight. With all to look forward to let's find out how the Celtics vs Kings game fares.