Boston Celtics DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Boston Celtics forward Xavier Tillman Sr. (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's meeting with the Philadelphia 76ers. Tillman is dealing with inflammation in his left knee, which will sideline him for a third consecutive contest. The 26-year-old hasn't played much this season, appearing in 27 of 55 games despite having a strong preseason stint. Tillman has been an end-of-the-bench player in his first full season in Boston, so his absence won't have much of an impact from a fantasy perspective.

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (knee) is off the injury report and ready to play in Thursday's meeting with the Philadelphia 76ers. A sore right knee kept Brown out from a couple of games ahead of the All-Star break. Sam Hauser started during his absence and will head back to the second unit on Thursday. Payton Pritchard's workload will likely drop as well, especially with Jrue Holiday (shoulder) also returning to the Celtics lineup. Brown has averaged 22.0 points, 8.5 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 1.5 steals in the matchup against Philadelphia this campaign.

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (shoulder) is no longer listed on the injury report, suggesting he will return from a four-game absence on Thursday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The two-time NBA and Olympic champion has missed time due to a right shoulder impingement. As a result of Holiday's return, Al Horford will drop back to the bench, while we will see less of Sam Hauser and Payton Pritchard. Holiday is having his least productive campaign since his rookie year, averaging 11.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.0 steals in 30.2 minutes.

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the San Antonio Spurs, sidelining him for a second consecutive game. With Brown unavailable, Sam Hauser looks set for his ninth start of the season. In a starting role this year, he has averaged 11.4 points and 3.0 rebounds, hitting 3.3 three-pointers per game. Hauser's fantasy value relies significantly on his ability to make three-pointers, and Wednesday's matchup looks favorable for him since the Spurs are one of 14 teams that have allowed at least 38 three-point attempts per game this season.

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (shoulder) will remain on the shelf for Wednesday's matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. This will be his fourth consecutive absence due to right shoulder impingement. Payton Pritchard has taken on an expanded role with Holiday out, averaging 15.0 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 5.3 assists in 31.5 minutes off the Celtics bench this month. Jaylen Brown (knee) may also miss another game on Wednesday, further increasing Pritchard's fantasy appeal.