Boston celtics team news
Here are the latest news and updates from the Boston Celtics:
Recent News
- The Celtics have signed forward Justin Jackson to a two-way contract, according to ESPN. Jackson, 27, has played for the Sacramento Kings, Utah Jazz, and Memphis Grizzlies in his NBA career.
- The Celtics have also signed guard Tremont Waters to a two-way contract, according to The Athletic. Waters, 23, has played for the Celtics' G-League affiliate, the Maine Red Claws, and has also played for the New Orleans Pelicans.
- The Celtics have waived forward Tacko Fall, according to The Athletic. Fall, 27, has played for the Celtics' G-League affiliate, the Maine Red Claws, and has also played for the Boston Celtics.
Injury Updates
- Jayson Tatum (knee) is expected to miss 2-3 weeks after undergoing an MRI, according to ESPN. Tatum, 23, has been dealing with a knee injury and has missed the Celtics' last two games.
- Kemba Walker (knee) is expected to miss 2-3 weeks after undergoing an MRI, according to ESPN. Walker, 31, has been dealing with a knee injury and has missed the Celtics' last two games.
- Robert Williams III (hip) is expected to miss 2-3 weeks after undergoing an MRI, according to ESPN. Williams, 22, has been dealing with a hip injury and has missed the Celtics' last two games.
Recent Games
- The Celtics lost to the Los Angeles Lakers 114-112 on January 21. Jaylen Brown scored 32 points and Jayson Tatum added 25 points for the Celtics.
- The Celtics lost to the Los Angeles Clippers 114-106 on January 23. Kemba Walker scored 24 points and Marcus Smart added 22 points for the Celtics.
- The Celtics defeated the Denver Nuggets 112-99 on January 25. Jaylen Brown scored 27 points and Jayson Tatum added 25 points for the Celtics.
Upcoming Schedule
- The Celtics play the Utah Jazz on January 28 at 9:00 PM ET.
- The Celtics play the Phoenix Suns on January 30 at 9:00 PM ET.
- The Celtics play the Los Angeles Lakers on February 1 at 8:30 PM ET.
Standings
- The Celtics are currently 24-14 and are in second place in the Eastern Conference.
- The Celtics are 12-6 at home and 12-8 on the road.
Player Stats
- Jayson Tatum: 21.4 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists per game
- Jaylen Brown: 20.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists per game
- Kemba Walker: 19.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists per game
- Marcus Smart: 10.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists per game
- Robert Williams III: 5.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists per game