Celtics Announce Two Starters Out for Bucks Game
On Monday night, the Boston Celtics will face the Milwaukee Bucks without two key players: Jaylen Brown and Neemias Queta. Brown is sidelined due to an illness, while Queta is receiving a rest day, according to the team’s injury report.
Celtics’ Key Players and Injuries
- Jaylen Brown: Sidelined due to illness; missed back-to-back games this season.
- Neemias Queta: Resting after a strong performance of 27 points and 17 rebounds.
The Celtics are cautious with their players, especially since both had offseason knee surgeries. In the past, Ron Harper Jr. filled in for Brown during his absences. There’s also a possibility that Jordan Walsh, who previously started 20 consecutive games, could take the court.
Bucks’ Return of Giannis Antetokounmpo
On the Bucks’ side, Giannis Antetokounmpo will return after a five-week absence due to a calf injury. The Bucks will look to improve after their recent loss to the Chicago Bulls, where they fell 120-97.
Recent Performances
In their last game, the Celtics achieved a convincing 114-98 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. The Celtics’ current statistics show:
- Jaylen Brown: 29 points, 7.1 rebounds, 5 assists.
- Derrick White: 17.1 points, 5.7 assists.
- Payton Pritchard: 17 points, 5.4 assists.
- Neemias Queta: 10.1 points, 8.4 rebounds.
- Nikola Vucevic: 12 points, 8.6 rebounds off the bench.
In contrast, the Bucks have been led by:
- Kevin Porter Jr: 17.8 points, 7.5 assists.
- Ryan Rollins: 17 points, 5.4 assists.
- Cam Thomas: 14.1 points per game since joining the team.
- Bobby Portis, Kyle Kuzma, Myles Turner, AJ Green: All contributing with double-figure averages.
Current Standings
The Celtics hold the second-best record in the Eastern Conference at 40-20, while the Bucks are currently at 26-33, ranked 11th. Notably, the Celtics have a net rating of +8.3, positioning them well in the NBA, while the Bucks sit with a -3.7 rating.
The matchup between the Celtics and the Bucks is set to tip off at 7:30 PM ET in Milwaukee.
