Jrue Holiday #4 of the Boston Celtics
The Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to nine games with a dominant 117-103 victory over Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday.
With just seven regular-season games left, the Celtics are pushing hard for the top spot in the Eastern Conference, though they currently trail the Cleveland Cavaliers by four games.
However, Boston now faces a significant challenge ahead of their next game—a Wednesday matchup against the Miami Heat at TD Garden. The team’s injury report has raised concerns, with four of their five regular starters at risk of missing the game.
On Tuesday, the Celtics announced via X that Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday, and Kristaps Porzingis are all listed as questionable, while Al Horford is doubtful. Brown, in particular, could miss his second consecutive game due to a knee issue. Meanwhile, Holiday, Porzingis, and Horford, who all played extensive minutes in the win over Memphis, may also be sidelined for the Heat game.
If these key players are unable to go, Jayson Tatum will likely have to shoulder an even greater burden, while Derrick White will need to step up in their absence.
The good news for Boston is that none of the injuries appear to be serious, and the team remains focused on defending their title as they head into the postseason.
