Atlanta Hawks Injury Report: Trae Young, Jalen Johnson and 5 other key players on injury list ahead of game vs. Celtics (Jan. 18)

An exciting matchup is on the horizon as the Atlanta Hawks take on the defending champion Boston Celtics on Saturday in a clash between two Eastern Conference teams. However, the Hawks face uncertainty regarding the availability of several key players ahead of the critical game.

Star guard Trae Young and De’Andre Hunter are both listed as probable on the team’s injury report. Young is dealing with a right rib contusion, while Hunter is battling left foot soreness. Both players missed the Hawks’ 110-94 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday.

Jalen Johnson’s status is more uncertain as the forward is listed as questionable due to right shoulder inflammation. Johnson has been sidelined for the team’s last five games.

Additionally, the Hawks will be without Kobe Bufkin (right shoulder surgery), Larry Nance Jr. (right-hand surgery), Zaccharie Risacher (left adductor irritation) and Cody Zeller (not with the team), all of whom have been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Celtics.

The Hawks are enjoying a solid season, with the trio of Trae Young, Jalen Johnson and Dyson Daniels spearheading the team with their impressive performances.

Under Quin Snyder’s leadership, the Hawks currently sit seventh in the Eastern Conference standings with a 21-19 record through 40 games. Additionally, the team has shown strong form recently, winning six of its last 10 games.

Where to watch Atlanta Hawks vs. Boston Celtics?

The Atlanta Hawks vs. Boston Celtics game is scheduled to take place on Saturday, Jan. 18, at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The game will tip off at 7 p.m. EST (4 p.m. PT).

The Hawks vs. Celtics matchup will be telecast live on the FanDuel Sports Network - Southeast - Atlanta (local) and NBC Sports - Boston (local). The live streaming will be available on the NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and website (regional restrictions may apply).