Boston Celtics DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) could miss Friday's game against the Pistons. He's questionable because of his ailing right hamstring. However, fantasy managers probably won't see him suit up versus Detroit, the worst team in the National Basketball Association. With Jayson Tatum (ankle) and Al Horford (toe) questionable, Xavier Tillman Sr. could get more work, although not enough to make him a relevant fantasy option. Instead, Luke Kornet, averaging 10.5 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks in four starts this season, is the player to target for fantasy lineups if Porzingis or Horford don't play.

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (ankle) is questionable for Friday's matchup with the Pistons. The former Blue Devil had 31 points, eight boards, three steals, and two blocks in Wednesday's three-point win over the Milwaukee Bucks. But he could get the night off against the worst team in the NBA to rest his ailing ankle. With Jrue Holiday (shoulder) ruled out and Jaylen Brown (ankle), Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring), and Al Horford (toe) questionable, there might be chances for others to step up. Of course, Derrick White could benefit significantly without Tatum on the floor. At the same time, Payton Pritchard and Sam Hauser (ankle), who is probable, could see more attention from DFS managers.

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (shoulder) won't play on Friday versus Detroit. The veteran will miss his third consecutive contest because of an AC joint sprain, and there's a chance he won't suit up for Saturday's game in Chicago. With Jaylen Brown (ankle), Jayson Tatum (ankle), and Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) questionable, Derrick White could see a substantial bump in fantasy production, assuming Detroit can keep the game relatively close. Payton Pritchard, coming off a 19-point effort in Wednesday's win over the Milwaukee Bucks, would likely enter the starting lineup, ultimately giving him more value for DFS lineups.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against Detroit. He's dealing with a right ankle injury, something that's bothered him for the last few weeks. However, the 27-year-old hasn't missed much time because of it and recently scored 21 points in 37 minutes in the narrow win over the Bucks on Wednesday night. The Celtics have a firm grasp on the top spot in the Eastern Conference. But considering Boston plays consecutive contests on Friday and Saturday, there's a good chance Brown sits out versus the worst team in the National Basketball Association. With Jrue Holiday (shoulder) already ruled out, Payton Pritchard will likely slide into the starting lineup. If that's the case, Pritchard will be a value option for DFS managers, especially after coming off a 19-point showing.

Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser (ankle) will miss a second consecutive game on Wednesday against Milwaukee. The 26-year-old has landed on the shelf with a left ankle sprain, although Hauser was initially regarded as questionable for Wednesday, meaning he shouldn't be out for long. Hauser has massively benefited from Boston giving its big guns some time off recently, but Jaylen Brown (ankle) and Jayson Tatum (ankle) are both available on Wednesday, so normal service should resume in the Celtics attack.