Celtics vs Knicks: Expected Starting Lineup Tonight for Boston

On the back of a great run, the Boston Celtics meet the New York Knicks for the second time this season. The last time they met, the Celtics handed the Knicks a 108-104 defeat. So this sets the stage for a thrilling revenge matchup for the Knicks. That is a tough ask though considering the Celtics are 7-2 this season, including a perfect 4-0 home record. Not to mention, they are coming off two straight wins, which they would like to build on further.

However, it’s not likely to be an easy win for the Celtics either. After a series of poor performances, the Knicks are finally back on track. In fact, they are on a three-game winning streak and are back to their last-season form. So it’s fair to say that they can pose a significant threat to the Celtics’ unbeaten home record. Therefore, a closer look at their starting lineups may give us a better picture of what to expect in tonight’s matchup.

The expected starting line-up for Boston Celtics

The Celtics boast a strong start to the season, winning five of their first five games. Following a brief hiccup, including losses to Minnesota and Philadelphia, they bounced back and defeated Brooklyn and dominated Toronto. Therefore, the team will look to maintain the winning momentum when they see the Knicks tonight. They’ll be fielding a healthy roster, hoping to secure their eighth win of the season. Their predicted starting five is an All-Star lineup of Derrick White, Jrue Holiday, Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, and Kristaps Porzingis.

On the other hand, the Knicks will enter the contest with an empty injury report (as of the time of writing). The starting lineup for New York could look like – Quentin Grimes, Jalen Brunson, RJ Barrett, Julius Randle, and Mitchell Robinson.

The New York Knicks might be a challenge for the Celtics

After an underwhelming start to the season, the Knicks seem to have shaken off their early-season struggles. Julius Randle’s stats have seen an impressive jump in the last three games. He is currently averaging 17.2 points, 10.4 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game. But these numbers are only going to increase as the season progresses.

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Their franchise cornerstone, Jalen Brunson, has been consistently posting good numbers, averaging 22.2 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 4.3 assists. The towering presence of the 7-foot Mitchell Robinson poses a significant challenge for the Celtics, who have encountered difficulties against formidable big men this season.

The upcoming matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter, as both teams strive to improve their records. What are your predictions for the matchup? Let us know in the comments!

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