Boston Celtics DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) is already ruled out for Thursday's game against Phoenix. He's missed the last three games because of a hamstring strain. Fortunately, head coach Joe Mazzulla provided a positive update, reporting Porzingis is "progressing pretty well and is getting better and better." This doesn't mean the 28-year-old will be available for the C's meeting with the Wizards on Sunday or Monday's matchup versus Detroit. In all fairness, he doesn't need to be. But at least Porzingis is moving in the right direction, although the team will play it safe to keep him healthy for a late postseason push. At any rate, Al Horford, averaging 9.4 points, 7.1 boards, and 1.1 blocks, will presumably remain in the starting lineup. Luke Kornet should also see more minutes. Yet, Kornet's streaming value is at its highest when Horford doesn't play.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (hip) will suit up for Thursday's matchup against Phoenix. The 27-year-old has battled multiple issues of late, including a sacroiliac strain. But his most recent ailment, a hip contusion, jeopardized his chances of playing versus the Suns. Of course, Brown should be starting in all fantasy formats. However, his availability means Sam Hauser, who had 14 points, five rebounds, two blocks, and one steal in Tuesday's win over the Utah Jazz, will head back to the bench, taking most of his fantasy upside with him.

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) won't play on Thursday versus the Suns. The 28-year-old has missed 19 games this season for various reasons. However, his latest injury, a right hamstring strain, could keep him out beyond Thursday's contest. The Celtics need him healthy, considering the team is a favorite to make a deep postseason push, so he won't be rushed back. But until Porzingis returns, Al Horford, averaging 9.4 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks in 25 starts this season, can be utilized in any fantasy format.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (hip) is questionable for Thursday's showdown with the Suns. The 27-year-old had been battling a sacroiliac strain. However, he's now bothered by a hip contusion. Brown wasn't available on Sunday in the win over the Utah Jazz. Sam Hauser got the start, as expected, and finished with 14 points, five rebounds, two blocks, and one steal. With this in mind, Hauser will remain a popular DFS value option if Brown misses another game.

Chicago Bulls forward Torrey Craig (ankle) is expected to be on the court against the Pacers on Wednesday. After recently missing time with a knee injury, Craig is now dealing with a right ankle sprain. He carried a probable designation going into Monday's game against Dallas but ended up playing. On Monday, Craig struggled grabbing just one rebound while not registering a point during 17 minutes of playing time in the contest.