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Nets vs. Celtics game preview: How to watch, injuries, starting lineups

The Brooklyn Nets (2-11) were able to earn their second win of the season after having to endure a four-game losing streak prior to feeling victorious once again. Brooklyn cannot rest on that winning feeling for long as they have a matchup on Tuesday against the Boston Celtics (7-7) and if you’re wondering how you can watch all the action live, you’ve come to the right place!

The Nets come into this game following a 129-105 win at the Washington Wizards on Sunday in which Brooklyn was able to use spurts in the second and fourth quarters to put away Washington long before the final buzzer sounded. Forward Michael Porter Jr. continued his excellent all-around play as he dropped 34 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists while guard Tyrese Martin was huge off the bench with 20 points and four assists in 26 minutes.

The Celtics enter this matchup after a 121-118 win against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday in which Boston held on in the fourth quarter to beat a Los Angeles team that is struggling with injuries in the early going. Forward Jaylen Brown led the way for the Celtics with 33 points and 13 rebounds while guard Payton Pritchard continued his great start to the season with 30 points and two assists of his own.

Here is what you need to know to get ready for this matchup:

How To Watch

  • Date: Tuesday, Nov. 18
  • Time: 7:30 PM ET
  • Location: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
  • Channel: YES Network

Notable Injuries

NetsOUT: Haywood Highsmith (knee), Ben Saraf (ankle), and Cam Thomas (hamstring).

CelticsOUT: Jayson Tatum (achilles), Max Shulga (G League), and Amari Williams (G League).

Probable Starting Lineups

Brooklyn Nets

  • Guard: Egor Demin
  • Guard: Terance Mann
  • Forward: Michael Porter Jr.
  • Forward: Noah Clowney
  • Center: Nic Claxton

Boston Celtics

  • Guard: Payton Pritchard
  • Guard: Derrick White
  • Forward: Jaylen Brown
  • Forward: Jordan Walsh
  • Center: Neemias Queta

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