Denver Nuggets vs Boston Celtics Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Chart for Mar. 2 | NBA 2024-25 Season

The Boston Celtics will host the Denver Nuggets at TD Garden for one of the highly anticipated clashes from Saturday’s slate. The battle of the past two NBA champions is the final game of their regular season series, with both teams entering the clash as the 2nd seed of their respective conferences.

In their only previous matchup of the 2024-2025 season, the Celtics came out on top on Jan 7. Jayson Tatum lodged a game-high 29 points and added 4 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 ‘stocks’ (steals + blocks). Kristaps Porzingis was able to dominate Denver’s small-ball lineup and lodged a 25-point, 11-rebound double-double. The backcourt duo of Jaylen Brown and Jrue Holiday also had a notable contribution, collectively combining for 33 points, helping the Cs secure the 118-106 win.

Michael Malone’s squad still managed to put up a fight despite missing their centerpiece, Nikola Jokic. Russell Westbrook stepped up in his absence, leading with 26 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Jamal Murray, Michael Porter Jr. and Christian Braun combined for 46 points, but Denver’s bench provided minimal support, ultimately contributing to the team’s lone defeat in a six-game stretch.

With Jokic expected to suit up for tonight’s showdown and the Celtics entering the contest on a two-game losing streak, the Nuggets will be eager to even the regular season series at one game apiece.

Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics Injury Reports for Mar. 2

Denver Nuggets injury report

The Denver Nuggets have officially ruled out Peyton Watson, DaRon Holmes II, and Vlatko Cancar for tonight’s matchup. In addition to those absences, Aaron Gordon and Zeke Nnaji are both listed as “questionable,” as they continue to deal with left ankle sprains. The coaching staff will evaluate their status closer to tip-off before making a final decision about their availability.

Boston Celtics injury report

The Boston Celtics have added three key players to their injury report ahead of their matchup with the Denver Nuggets. Jrue Holiday (right hand mallet finger) and Kristaps Porzingis (non-COVID illness) are both listed as “doubtful,” while Jaylen Brown (right knee) is officially “questionable.” Needless to say, the potential absence of all three starters could be a major blow for Boston.

Denver Nuggets vs. Boston Celtics Starting Lineups and Depth Charts for Mar. 2

Denver Nuggets starting lineup and depth chart

The Denver Nuggets are projected to feature Jamal Murray, Christian Braun, Michael Porter Jr., Aaron Gordon and Nikola Jokic in their starting lineup.

Point Guard	Shooting Guard	Small Forward	Power Forward	Center
Jamal Murray	Christian Braun	Michael Porter Jr.	Aaron Gordon	Nikola Jokic
Russell Westbrook	Julian Strawther	Hunter Tyson	Zeke Nnaji	DeAndre Jordan
Jalen Pickett		Spencer Jones		Dario Saric
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Boston Celtics starting lineup and depth chart

The Boston Celtics’ expected starting lineup is set to consist of Derrick White, Payton Pritchard, Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum and Luke Kornet.

Point Guard	Shooting Guard	Small Forward	Power Forward	Center
Derrick White	Payton Pritchard	Jaylen Brown	Jayson Tatum	Luke Kornet
JD Davison	Baylor Scheierman	Jordan Walsh	Al Horford	Neemias Queta
			Drew Peterson