Minnesota Timberwolves vs Boston Celtics injury report: Who's playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (March 22, 2026) The Minnesota Timberwolves will face the Boston Celtics on Sunday, March 22, 2026, in a matchup critical for both teams’ playoff hopes. Boston enters with a 47-23 record, second in the Eastern Conference, while Minnesota holds a 43-27 mark, fourth in the Western Conference. Both teams remain in contention for postseason berths, with Boston excelling at home and maintaining a strong net rating, while Minnesota relies on its defensive presence and size to stay competitive in the West. The injury report for the Timberwolves lists two players as unavailable for the game. Leading scorer Anthony Edwards is out due to right knee inflammation, which will require a re-evaluation in 1–2 weeks. Naz Reid is questionable with an ankle injury, and his status will be determined closer to game time. The rest of Minnesota’s starting rotation, including Rudy Gobert, Julius Randle, Jaden McDaniels, Donte DiVincenzo, Mike Conley, and Bones Hyland, is expected to play. Boston’s injury report features two players sidelined. Nikola Vucevic is ruled out with a finger injury, while Jaylen Brown is listed as probable with quadricep soreness. Brown may play but could face minutes restrictions. The Celtics’ core, including Jayson Tatum, Derrick White, Payton Pritchard, Sam Hauser, Neemias Queta, and Luka Garza, is largely available, ensuring a deep and balanced rotation. Minnesota’s roster is built around Edwards, Gobert, and Randle, with support from McDaniels, DiVincenzo, and a guard group featuring Conley and Hyland. The team’s identity revolves around defense, rebounding, and interior protection, with Gobert anchoring the paint.#boston_celtics #jaylen_brown #minnesota_timberwolves #nikola_vucevic #anthony_edwards
Celtics, Grizzlies injury reports show one team will be extremely depleted The Boston Celtics will enter Friday’s matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies with a full roster, barring the absence of center Nikola Vucevic, who is set to miss his seventh consecutive game. Meanwhile, the Grizzlies face significant challenges due to a wave of injuries, leaving them severely understaffed. Vucevic, who fractured his right ring finger on March 6, is expected to return to the court between March 27 and April 3. The Celtics initially projected his recovery to take three to four weeks, and with the regular season concluding on April 12, there is potential for him to rejoin the team in time for the postseason. Tatum, meanwhile, has remained available for the past two weeks, having missed just one game since his return to the lineup. The forward has averaged 20.7 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 4 assists per game, serving as the Celtics’ second-leading scorer. The Grizzlies, however, have struggled with injuries throughout the season, with multiple key players sidelined. Among the affected roster members are Kentavius Caldwell-Pope (right pinky finger), Zach Edey (left ankle), Scotty Pippen Jr. (right big toe), and Santi Aldama (right knee). Additionally, Brandon Clarke (right calf strain), Jahmai (left ankle sprain), and Ja Morant (left elbow UCL sprain) are all out. Taj Gibson (right foot soreness) and GG Jackson (left knee soreness) are listed as doubtful for Friday’s game. The Celtics’ current form contrasts sharply with the Grizzlies’ struggles. Boston enters the matchup on a three-game winning streak with a 46-23 record, while Memphis has lost eight of its last 10 games and holds the West’s 11th-best record at 24-44. The teams last met in November, with Boston securing a 131-95 victory.#boston_celtics #jaylen_brown #memphis_grizzlies #nikola_vucevic #cedric_coward
Celtics Reportedly Signing Charles Bassey to 10-Day Contract The Boston Celtics are set to sign veteran center Charles Bassey to a 10-day contract, according to a report from HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto. The move comes as the team looks to fill a roster spot that has been vacant since the expiration of 10-day contracts for Dalano Banton and John Tonje on March 1. Bassey, a 25-year-old big man, will provide depth in the frontcourt, supporting starting center Neemias Queta and backup Luka Garza while veteran Nikola Vucevic undergoes recovery from a fractured ring finger sustained in a recent game against Dallas. Bassey, who played a key role in the Celtics’ Summer League squad last July, averaged 15.3 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per game on 70.4% shooting across three appearances. Since then, he has moved between four NBA teams, including stints with the Memphis Grizzlies, Philadelphia 76ers, and Golden State Warriors’ G League affiliate. His NBA experience to date has primarily been with the San Antonio Spurs, where he appeared in 90 games over three seasons from 2022 to 2025. During that time, he averaged 4.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 0.9 blocks per game in 116 appearances, shooting 62.6% from the field with limited 3-point attempts (3-for-13). The Celtics’ decision to bring Bassey aboard aligns with their strategy of relying on familiar faces to address roster gaps. The team, which remains just under the NBA’s luxury tax threshold, has previously used short-term contracts to bolster its depth. Banton, for instance, previously played for Boston in the 2023-24 season, and Tonje was on a two-way contract with the Celtics before signing his 10-day deal. Bassey’s addition will further solidify the frontcourt rotation as the team prepares for the postseason.#boston_celtics #charles_bassey #dalano_banton #john_tonje #nikola_vucevic
