JANUARY 23•CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Mavs Coach Jason Kidd Praises Kristaps Porzingis as 'Perfect Fit' for CelticsMavs coach Jason Kidd praised Kristaps Porzingis as a “perfect fit” for the Celtics, highlighting his intangibles on offense and defense.
Sam Hauser - Back to benchHauser will come off the bench Monday night against Dallas.
ImpactHauser drew a spot start Sunday against the Rockets with Jrue Holiday out of commission, but he'll head back to his usual role Monday evening. Hauser is averaging 6.2 points and 4.0 rebounds over his last five contests as a reserve.
JANUARY 23•ROTOWIRE
Al Horford - Running with first unitHorford is starting Monday's game against the Mavericks.
ImpactHorford is getting a chance to start due to the absence of Kristaps Porzingis (knee). Horford has had a limited impact so far this month, averaging 8.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.1 blocks over eight appearances (four starts).
JANUARY 23•ROTOWIRE
1/22 Game Preview: Celtics at MavericksProvided by Field Level Media
JANUARY 23•NBA.COM
Oshae Brissett - Out with back issueBrissett has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Mavericks due to a low back strain, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
ImpactIt's unclear as to when Brissett suffered the injury, but he'll be forced to miss at least one contest while on the mend. Sam Hauser and Dalano Banton could pick up a few extra minutes in Brissett's absence.
JANUARY 23•ROTOWIRE
Report: Rockets remain committed to finding Jalen Green's role“Houston remains committed to helping Green find his role on a better team,” Matt Moore (@HPbasketball) says of Jalen Green and the Rockets.
JANUARY 22•USATODAY.COM
Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis Ruled Out vs. Mavs, Hasn't Played in Dallas Since 2022Celtics star Kristaps Porzingis has been ruled out for Monday’s matchup against the Mavs due to right knee inflammation. He hasn’t played in...
JANUARY 22•SUNHERALD.COM
