Jayson Tatum and his squad have been dominating the league this year exceeding most expectations at times. They will be facing the Detroit Pistons tonight, who have been the extreme opposite of what the Celtics are currently. Either way, what matters the most is the situation and how both teams adapt to the ever-changing nature of the face.
For one, Tatum and the Celtics have been phenomenal on both sides of the court. JT along with his All-Star partner Jaylen Brown lead the team’s offense breaking all-time records set by NBA duos of the past and present. The Celtics have an equally talented roster on the defensive end as well which brings in a perfect balance between the two.
As far as the Pistons go, they have been struggling to figure out a working system. A few attempts were made to acquire former MVP Russell Westbrook, but the Pistons were not too keen on losing their existing pieces. However, both teams are currently looking forward to putting on a show for their audience at the TD Garden. Boston fans are expected to bring the heat as the Pistons look to defeat the Celtics at home.
Jayson Tatum will start for the Boston Celtics vs Detroit Pistons game tonight
Boston has already been crippled with an injured Jaylen Brown. Even then, they have been bringing their A-game every night in order to retain the Eastern Conference throne. Fortunately enough, both Jayson Tatum, as well as Marcus Smart, will be starting against the Pistons. This may be a nightmare waiting to unleash its wrath on the 15th-seeded team.
Celtics Injury Report vs. Pistons:
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Jaylen Brown – Facial Fracture: OUT
Mfiondu Kabengele – Personal Reasons: OUT
Mike Muscala – Right Ankle Injury Management: OUT
Derrick White – Right Ear Pain: PROBABLE
Robert Williams – Left Ankle Soreness: QUESTIONABLE
Danilo Gallinari – OUT
The Celtics have nothing much to be worried about as Jayson Tatum is making a return. So once he is back, they will return to their path of undying success. The warriors in green were on an impressive four-game win streak before losing against the Milwaukee Bucks. This again was mainly due to Tatum’s absence.
Boston Celtics Injury Report:
- Jaylen Brown (Out)
- Mfiondu Kabengele (Out)
- Mike Muscala (Out)
- Derrick White (Probable)
- Robert Williams III (Questionable)
- Danilo Gallinari (Out)
Boston Celtics expected roster:
- Marcus Smart
- Malcolm Brogdon
- Jayson Tatum
- Grant Williams
- Al Horford
Detroit Pistons Injury Report:
- Marvin Bagley III (Out)
- Nerlens Noel (Out)
- Cade Cunningham (Out)
Detroit Pistons expected roster:
- Killian Hayes
- Jaden Ivy
- Bojan Bogdanovic
- Isaiah Stewart
- Jalen Duren
The Pistons have not had any injury-related changes in their roster besides the existing ones. They still await the presence of Marvin Bagley and Cade Cunningham who have barely been seen around in Detroit uniforms. To the Celtics, this could be a walk in the park unless Joe Mazzula’s magic begins to fade away.
Can the Pistons earn redemption against the Celtics?
Detroit may be in a bit more trouble than the last time as Marcus Smart is making an appearance on the court. Not to mention, Smart won the defensive player of the year award and has the potential to annihilate anyone trying to get past him. In their last matchup, the Celtics pinned them down defensively.
The Celtics shot much better from the three-point range averaging 43.2% against Detroit’s 27.3% all due to Jayson Tatum and Sam Hauser’s efforts. However, the Pistons are likely to face the same amount of pressure from the opposition, if not, more. The Celtics are the obvious favorites to take home a victory especially due to Smart’s return.