Celtics Face Knicks With Questionable Starters

The Boston Celtics may be shorthanded for their high-stakes matchup against the New York Knicks on Thursday. Jaylen Brown (left Achilles tendinitis), Sam Hauser (low back spasm), Neemias Queta (right toe sprain), and Derrick White (right knee contusion) are all listed as questionable for the game.

The contest is significant as it presents an opportunity for Boston to clinch the two seed in the Eastern Conference with a win. Only Jayson Tatum is confirmed to play among the starters, with the injuries possibly stemming from Tuesday's hard-fought victory over the Hornets. The Celtics face a challenging stretch with back-to-back games this week.