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The Boston Celtics will look to extend their winning streak to eight games when they visit the Detroit Pistons at the Little Caesars Arena on Friday night. The Celtics have been relatively healthy this season, but injuries are starting to creep on them recently.
According to the Celtics' latest injury report, six players were dealing with injuries. Jrue Holiday has been ruled out with a sprained right AC joint that has kept him out the past two games, while Jaylen Brown is available. Al Horford and Jayson Tatum are ruled out, but Kristaps Porzingis will start for Celtics.
Sam Hauer will also suit up against the Pistons. Brown and Porzingis return for the Celtics after 122-119 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday at home.
What happened to Jayson Tatum and Jrue Holiday?
Jayson Tatum has been playing through an impingement in his right ankle since March 18. He missed the game against the Detroit Pistons at home that night, but the Boston Celtics won.
Meanwhile, Jrue Holiday will miss his third straight game with a right shoulder injury. It's unclear when he suffered the injury, but he last played against the Washington Wizards on Mr. 17.
With the Celtics having the best record in the Eastern Conference and closing in on homecourt advantage for the playoffs, their coaching staff is likely devising a plan to give their best players some rest during the final three weeks of the regular season.
When will Jayson Tatum and Jrue Holiday return?
The Boston Celtics have not given an update on Jrue Holiday's return from a shoulder injury. He was previously dealing with a sprained elbow on the same side, so the Celtics are likely being cautious with their best defender.
Meanwhile, Jayson Tatum is ruled out for game against the Detroit Pistons. It will not be surprising to fans if he sits this one down, as the Celtics had no trouble against Detroit five days ago without him.
The Celtics could afford to sit out their best players to preserve them for a potential championship run. They are also against one of the worst teams in the NBA, which means they have a chance at beating them even if not at full strength.
How to watch Boston Celtics vs. Detroit Pistons?
The Boston Celtics vs. Detroit Pistons game will be played at the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan.
It starts at 7:00 p.m. EST and will be televised on NBC Sports Boston and Bally Sports Detroit. It can also be watched via live stream on the NBA League Pass and FuboTV, which are paid subscriptions.
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