The Boston Celtics will face the Orlando Magic tonight in Game 3 of their Round 1 playoff series at the Kia Center. With a 2-0 lead in the series, the Celtics are poised to move closer to an insurmountable advantage. However, their path is complicated by significant injury concerns. One of their key leaders, Jaylen Brown, who was standout in the Game 2, notching 36 points, will have the onus again as Jayson Tatum's injury concerns remain persistent. However, whether the star forward is himself fit or Round 3 is the question. To gain clarity on this, let’s examine the Boston Celtics injury report.
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Jaylen Brown Injury Report
Jaylen Brown is listed on the injury report released by the Celtics ahead of their game against the Magic. He is marked as “questionable” due to a right knee bruise. This creates uncertainty about his participation tonight. However, considering he featured in the Game 2 and was instrumental in the team's win, he may play tonight as well. His final status will likely depend on pre-game evaluations, but his potential absence or limited minutes could impact Boston’s performance.
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Boston Celtics Injury Report
In addition to Jaylen Brown, two other players are listed on the Boston Celtics injury report. Here’s the complete list:
- Jayson Tatum: Doubtful due to a right distal radius bone bruise
- Jrue Holiday: Questionable due to a right hamstring strain
- Jaylen Brown: Questionable due to a right knee bruise
As for the Orlando Magic, they will continue to miss Jalen Suggs (left knee trochlea cartilage tear) and Moritz Wagner (torn ACL) due to their respective season-ending injuries.
While Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum’s presence on the injury list poses a significant challenge for the Boston Celtics, their depth and resilience still give them an edge. Nevertheless, the Orlando Magic have a golden opportunity to capitalize on Boston’s injury woes and spark a comeback in the series. With much anticipation building, let’s see what unfolds in this Celtics vs. Magic showdown.