Boston Aims for 5th Consecutive Victory Against Denver
As the Boston Celtics prepare to face the Denver Nuggets, they are looking for their fifth consecutive victory. The game is set for Wednesday at 7 p.m. EST in Boston.
Current Standings and Performance
The Celtics currently hold a record of 23 wins and 12 losses, placing them second in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Nuggets are 24-12, sitting fourth in the Western Conference.
Home and Away Records
- Celtics: 11-5 in home games.
- Nuggets: 14-7 in road games.
Statistical Overview
Boston has performed well against teams with winning records, holding a 10-7 record in such matchups. Their shooting percentage this season stands at 47.4%, slightly surpassing the 47.3% allowed by the Nuggets.
Scoring and Defense
- Celtics Points Allowed: 110.5 per game
- Nuggets Points Scored: 124.4 per game, a margin of 13.9 points over their opponents.
Top Performers
Several players are making a significant impact for both teams:
- Derrick White: Averaging 18.4 points and shooting 39.7% for the Celtics.
- Peyton Watson: Contributing 12.2 points for the Nuggets.
- Jalen Pickett: Averaging 29.0 points over the last 10 games.
- Anfernee Simons: Averaging 27.0 points in the last 10 games.
Recent Performance
Over the last ten games:
- Celtics: 8 wins and 2 losses, averaging 120.7 points and shooting 48.5% from the field.
- Nuggets: 4 wins and 6 losses, averaging 121.1 points with a shooting percentage of 48.4%.
Injuries Affecting Both Teams
Injuries may impact the game’s outcome:
- Celtics: Jayson Tatum (out – Achilles).
- Nuggets:
- Cameron Johnson (out – knee)
- Tim Hardaway Jr. (out – illness management)
- Jamal Murray (out – ankle)
- Tamar Bates (out – foot)
- Nikola Jokic (out – knee)
- Aaron Gordon (out – hamstring)
- Jonas Valanciunas (out – calf)
- Christian Braun (out – ankle)
With Boston seeking to maintain momentum and Denver struggling with injuries, the upcoming matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter.
