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Sam Hauser • SF • Celtics

Sam Hauser Officially Available Wednesday

Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser (back) will be active against the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. He has been cleared to return from a back issue that kept Hauser sidelined on Sunday against the New York Knicks. Hauser's return will likely bump Baylor Scheierman to the bench, where he won't have any fantasy value. In recent appearances, Hauser has blown hot and cold, shooting only 20 percent from deep this month. As a three-point sniper, Hauser is in a good spot to bounce back on Wednesday, as Chicago allows the eighth-most three-point makes in the league.

7 days ago

Neemias Queta • C • Celtics

Neemias Queta Active Against Bulls

Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta (ankle) will play on Wednesday night against the Chicago Bulls. The team has upgraded his status from probable to available. Queta has recently been dealing with a right ankle sprain. Even with Nikola Vucevic in town, Queta has remained Boston's starting center. The two have shared the workload evenly so far. As a much more skilled offensive player, Vucevic has a higher fantasy ceiling, though Queta also has strengths in his game, giving Boston two quality big men.

7 days ago

Sam Hauser • SF • Celtics

Sam Hauser Likely to Return Wednesday

Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser (back) is expected to play on Wednesday against the Chicago Bulls. The team has listed him as probable for the contest after Hauser missed Sunday's loss to the Knicks with lower back spasms. Baylor Scheierman started in Hauser's absence, recording 10 points, 13 rebounds, and five assists. As a reserve, Scheierman has been limited to 11.8 minutes per game and won't have any fantasy value if Hauser bumps him back to the bench on Wednesday night.

7 days ago

Nikola Vučević • C • Celtics

Nikola Vucevic Set for Celtics Debut Friday

Boston Celtics center Nikola Vucevic is not on the injury report for Friday's clash against the Miami Heat, indicating that he will make his team debut. Vucevic's arrival in Beantown is bad news for Neemias Queta, who has been Boston's starting center this season. As a strong rebounder, Quete will still have a role to play on the team, but his minutes are set to drop. This season, Vucevic has not enjoyed his time against Bam Adebayo and the Heat, posting only 11.0 points and 5.3 rebounds per game while shooting 34.2 percent from the field across three games.

Feb 5

Jaylen Brown • SG • Celtics

Jaylen Brown Not Listed on the Injury Report for Friday

Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (hamstring) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Friday's showdown with the Heat. He had 33 points in Tuesday's 110-100 win over the Dallas Mavericks. However, Brown wasn't available for Wednesday's victory over Houston. Ron Harper Jr. took his spot in the rotation, finishing with 11 points and nine rebounds. While it's unknown if Harper will continue to receive consistent work moving forward, he's worth monitoring in case he carves out a stable role.

Feb 5

Jaylen Brown • SG • Celtics

Jaylen Brown is Ruled Out on Wednesday

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (hamstring, knee) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets. The Celtics are going to take the cautious approach here in the second game of the back-to-back set. Brown is dealing with two nagging injuries, so the Celtics will give him the night off to rest. His absence figures to mean more playing time for Hugo Gonzalez and Jordan Walsh. Neither of them has great streaming value, but Derrick White and Payton Pritchard should have stronger value with Brown out of the mix. Both White and Pritchard should be asked to pick up the slack with Brown unavailable.

Feb 4

Payton Pritchard • PG • Celtics |

Baylor Scheierman • SG • Celtics

Payton Pritchard Drops to Second Unit Tuesday

Boston Celtics point guard Payton Pritchard will come off the bench for the first time this season on Tuesday against the Dallas Mavericks. Baylor Scheierman will start in his place. Boston has lost scoring from the second unit after trading Anfernee Simons to Chicago, and Pritchard will help to fill that gap. Last season, he was one of the most productive bench players in the league. Scheierman has produced 8.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game in his previous four starts this season.

Feb 3

Nikola Vučević • C • Celtics

Nikola Vucevic Traded to Celtics

The Chicago Bulls have traded center Nikola Vucevic and a second-round pick to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Anfernee Simons and a second-round pick. Vucevic has spent the past six seasons with the Bulls, averaging 18.1 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 3.4 assists in just under 33 minutes per game. The 15th-year center has been rock solid so far this season, ranking just outside the Top-10 among centers in most fantasy formats. With him joining the Celtics, his offensive impact may be limited by Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard, and Jayson Tatum, especially once he returns from his Achilles injury. However, this is a much-needed move for Boston, as they add a reliable big man who can shoot from behind the arc and stretch the floor. For the Bulls, centers Jalen Smith and Zach Collins should fill the minutes left by the veteran center.

Feb 3

Neemias Queta • C • Celtics

Neemias Queta Back in Action Friday

Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta (illness) will return from a one-game absence on Friday against the Sacramento Kings. The Portuguese big man couldn't play on Wednesday against Atlanta due to illness. Amari Williams and Luka Garza shared the center minutes in Queta's absence. With Williams back in the G League, Queta looks set to resume his regular duties as Boston's starting center. The 26-year-old has averaged 10.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks in 24.9 minutes this season. Queta has a good opportunity to shine on Friday, as Sacramento won't have Domantas Sabonis (knee) in the lineup. Additionally, the Kings give up the second-most fantasy points to centers.

Jan 30

Jaylen Brown • SG • Celtics

Jaylen Brown Won't Play Friday

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (hamstring, knee) won't suit up for Friday's clash against the Sacramento Kings. The team has listed him as out after initially giving Brown a doubtful tag on the injury report. When Brown was absent for one game earlier this month, Baylor Scheierman took over his starting role. Hugo Gonzalez and Jordan Walsh are also options to start. Meanwhile, Derrick White, Payton Pritchard, and Sam Hauser are expected to shoulder a greater offensive load.

Jan 30

Derrick White • SG • Celtics

Derrick White is Resting on Friday

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (rest) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. This appears to be a routine maintenance day for White during the first game of the back-to-back set. The assumption is that White will be back in the starting five for Saturday's game against the Chicago Bulls. Baylor Scheierman will take over in the starting five for only his third start of the season. During his last start, Scheierman posted nine points, seven rebounds, and four assists across 32 minutes of action. He'll offer some low-end streaming appeal for Friday's slate. He figures to return to being irrelevant in fantasy formats once White returns.

Jan 24

Neemias Queta • C • Celtics

Neemias Queta is Available on Friday

Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta (illness) is available to play ahead of Friday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. Queta was a late addition to the injury report, but will ultimately play through his illness. He finished with 17 points, nine rebounds, and five blocks across 29 minutes of action on Wednesday. Fantasy managers should expect him to play in his normal role with Luka Garza playing in the primary backup role. Queta has been playing well enough to be rostered and started in most season-long formats right now.

Jan 23

Jaylen Brown • SG • Celtics

Jaylen Brown Considered Probable Wednesday

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (hamstring) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers. The 2024 Finals MVP is expected to play despite experiencing tightness in his left hamstring. Brown recently missed one game due to a back issue. Since returning, he has averaged 33.3 points and 8.0 rebounds over three outings. Against Indiana, Brown has put up 30.5 points per game across two prior meetings in 2025-26, shooting an impressive 53.3 percent from the field.

Jan 21

Payton Pritchard • PG • Celtics

Payton Pritchard Could Miss First Game of Season

Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's matchup against Atlanta after being limited to a season-low workload Thursday and now dealing with left ankle soreness. He has been a steady fantasy contributor this season, averaging 16.6 points, 5.4 assists, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.5 three-pointers, making any absence notable across formats. If Pritchard sits, Anfernee Simons is positioned for a larger role after erupting for 39 points last game, with added usage and shot volume boosting his ceiling. Pritchard managers should closely monitor the status, while Simons profiles as a high-upside replacement play.

Jan 17

Jaylen Brown • SG • Celtics

Jaylen Brown Ready to Face Heat Thursday

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (back) is expected to return to the lineup on Thursday against the Miami Heat, as the team has removed him from the injury report. The Celtics leader missed Monday's loss to the Indiana Pacers due to lower back spasms. His absence allowed Baylor Scheierman make his first start of the season. Brown has recently taken his game to a new level, averaging 29.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 5.2 assists since the calendar flipped. When Boston and Miami met for the first time this season, Brown finished with 30 points, nine rebounds, seven assists, and one steal.

Jan 15

Baylor Scheierman • SG • Celtics

Baylor Scheierman Makes First Start of Season

Boston Celtics small forward Baylor Scheierman will make his first start of the season in Monday's contest against the Indiana Pacers. Sam Hauser will also be a fresh face in the starting five, with Jaylen Brown (back) unavailable and Hugo Gonzalez dropping to the bench. Last season, Scheierman made two starts, averaging 11.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 2.0 steals. It's a very small sample size, but the Creighton product can make a significant impact in a starting role.

Jan 13

Sam Hauser • SF • Celtics

Sam Hauser Cleared for Monday

Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser (hamstring) will return from a one-game absence on Monday against the Indiana Pacers. He makes a timely return, as Boston will be without Jaylen Brown (back). Hauser could step into Brown's spot in the starting unit. He has been a starter in nine games this season, averaging 9.7 points and 3.2 rebounds. Indiana has limited opponents to 33.8 percent three-point shooting this season, making this a tricky matchup for Hauser.

Jan 13

Jaylen Brown • SG • Celtics

Jaylen Brown Won't Play Monday

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (back) has been ruled out for Monday's contest against the Indiana Pacers. This looked likely to happen after Brown was handed a doubtful tag on the injury report. The 2024 Finals MVP is bothered by lower back spasms. Brown's absence will put the ball more in the hands of Payton Pritchard and Derrick White. Meanwhile, there will be additional minutes available for Anfernee Simons, Hugo Gonzalez, and Sam Hauser (hamstring), who will return from a one-game absence.

Jan 13

Sam Hauser • SF • Celtics

Sam Hauser Out Saturday

Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. The 28-year-old sniper wasn't on the initial injury report, but the team has announced that Hauser won't play due to right hamstring tightness. Hauser has logged 30-plus minutes in back-to-back games as a starter, so his absence marks a significant blow for Boston. With Hauser unavailable, Jordan Walsh will probably return to the starting unit. Hugo Gonzalez and Anfernee Simons may also cover some of his minutes.

Jan 10

Chris Boucher • PF • Celtics

Chris Boucher Active Thursday vs. Kings

Boston Celtics forward/center Chris Boucher (personal) is available for Thursday's game against Sacramento after missing three straight contests while away from the team. His return carries limited fantasy impact, as Boucher has not held a consistent role in Boston's rotation. Neemias Queta has started at center and remains the primary frontcourt option, averaging 10.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 1.0 block over his last five games. Luka Garza continues to back him up, posting 10.6 points and 6.4 rebounds in 21.3 minutes.

Jan 2

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