Jaylen Brown Out for Celtics-Kings Game Due to Multiple Injuries
Jaylen Brown will not participate in the upcoming game against the Sacramento Kings due to multiple injuries. The Boston Celtics have confirmed that he is dealing with soreness in his left hamstring and a contusion in his right knee. This marks the fourth time this season that Brown will miss a game.
Team Updates Before the Game
Originally listed as doubtful, Brown’s absence is significant for the Celtics. However, they will welcome back center Neemias Queta, who has been upgraded to available after sitting out the last game against the Atlanta Hawks due to illness.
Brown’s Recent Performance
In his last game, Brown struggled, recording a season-low minus-24 in 29 minutes on the court. He managed to score 21 points with 9-of-20 shooting, failing to make any of his five attempts from three-point range. He also contributed seven rebounds, three assists, and three turnovers. Post-game, Brown reflected on his performance, acknowledging he did not meet his usual standards and stressing the need for improvement.
Impact on the Team
“The team feeds off of my energy,” Brown stated, highlighting his role as a leader. He emphasized the importance of finding ways to motivate the team as the season progresses, saying, “Tonight, I just didn’t have it.” Boston has fared decently without him this season, holding a 2-1 record in his absence. They achieved victories against the Washington Wizards and the Toronto Raptors but lost by two points to the Indiana Pacers.
Matchup Against the Kings
In addition to Brown, Jayson Tatum will also miss the game against Sacramento as he continues to recover from Achilles surgery. The Kings will face challenges too, missing three critical players: Domantas Sabonis due to a knee injury, Keegan Murray with an ankle issue, and Russell Westbrook who is dealing with a foot problem. Last season, Sabonis had a standout game against the Celtics, pulling down 28 rebounds during their visit to TD Garden.
Key Players Out
- Celtics: Jaylen Brown (left hamstring soreness, right knee contusion), Jayson Tatum (Achilles surgery)
- Kings: Domantas Sabonis (knee), Keegan Murray (ankle), Russell Westbrook (foot)
The absence of both Brown and Tatum could significantly affect the Celtics’ performance as they prepare to face a depleted Kings roster at TD Garden.
