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Boston Celtics vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Injury Report and Predicted Starting Lineup: Fresh Update on Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, Darius Garland

Image Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

The Cavaliers and Celtics square off, with Cleveland aiming to stretch its strong 3-1 start into a fourth straight win. Donovan Mitchell has been leading the charge, highlighted by a dominant performance in their blowout win against Detroit.

The Boston Celtics, meanwhile, finally broke through with its first victory of the season against New Orleans, fueled by a huge fourth quarter. Now back at home, the Celtics look to build momentum and avoid falling further behind in the Eastern Conference race.

✅ First NBA start
✅ Career-high 15 points
✅ +26 in Q4, a Celtics record

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— Boston Celtics (@celtics) October 28, 2025

Game Details

Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Tip-off: 7:00 p.m. ET
Venue: TD Garden, Boston, MA
TV: ESPN, NBCS-BOS, FDSOH (regional)
Live Streaming: NBA League Pass

Boston Celtics vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Injury Report

Boston Celtics

Day-To-Day – Jaylen Brown
Out – Jayson Tatum

Jaylen Brown is dealing with a hamstring issue but has been listed as probable to play in Wednesday’s game against the Cavaliers. His status will be monitored closely before tip-off.

Jayson Tatum remains out with an Achilles injury. While the Celtics have not ruled him out for the 2025-26 season, his earliest projected return is April 1.

Cleveland Cavaliers Injuries

Out – Sam Merrill
Out – Darius Garland
Out – Max Strus

Sam Merrill is out with a right hip contusion and will not be available for Wednesday’s game against the Celtics. His earliest return is projected for October 31.

Darius Garland is sidelined with a toe injury and has been assigned to the G League’s Cleveland Charge. He is expected to return by November 1.

Max Strus remains out with a foot injury. While he is no longer in a walking boot, his recovery will take longer. His earliest return is projected for December 1.