Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown recorded a nice 29-point, 12-rebound double-double as the team kicked off the 2023 playoffs with a dominating win over Atlanta. The Celtics tied their largest-ever postseason halftime lead with a 30-point advantage and eventually won 112-99, with Brown the top scorer in the game. He shot 12-for-23 from the field and 2-for-6 from deep while delivering three assists and picking up one steal. After missing the final two regular-season games with a cut hand, Brown logged 37 minutes. He said that the cut on his hand reopened during the game, so Brown might be back on the injury report ahead of Game 2. The two-time All-Star admitted that he struggled with his grip, which could be the reason why he had a game-high six turnovers.

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown (hand) practiced without any limitations Thursday and looks fully ready for Saturday's playoff opener against Atlanta. Brown needed five stitches after cutting his right hand while watering flowers at home and he has missed some practice time, but the two-time All-Star had only some tape on the hand during Thursday's practice session and it looks like he won't have any issues playing Saturday. Brown averaged 23.0 points on 57 percent shooting against the Hawks in two regular-season meetings.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (finger) didn't participate in practice on Tuesday, but head coach Joe Mazzulla said that he wouldn't be facing any restrictions in the first game of their first-round series. Brown has battled a few different ailments but just received stitches in his finger just a few days ago. The good news is that shouldn't affect his availability on Saturday. For those playing DFS, Brown could be a solid option in what should be a pretty easy first-round matchup.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (finger) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. This is not surprising considering Brown needed five stitches after cutting his finger while picking up a broken vase in his home. That being said, the Celtics will rest Brown with this game not having any impact on their playoff positioning. The hope is that Brown is available in time for the playoff opener on April 15 or 16. In the meantime, Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon should see extended run with Brown on the sideline.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (back) will not play Tuesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. Brown is experiencing pain in his lower back, but the Celtics are also entering a back-to-back set. It remains to be seen if Brown will be cleared for Wednesday, but Derrick White and Malcolm Brogdon should see increased usage on Tuesday.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (back) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. He has been dealing with lingering lower back pain, but it's hard to imagine Brown missing this game. A victory would lock the Celtics into the two seed, so it's a big game for them. If Brown sits, Sam Hauser and Derrick White would see expanded roles in the rotation. Fantasy managers will have to check back on Tuesday for more updates.

Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (back) is one of three starters that have been added to the injury report on Friday for their contest against the Utah Jazz. The 26-year-old posted a stellar performance against the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday but seems to possibly be in line for a rest day in the second half of their back-to-back. If Brown does stay on the sidelines, then Derrick White and Sam Hauser will likely see some added playing time.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown posted his 19th 30-point game of the season as the team destroyed the Milwaukee Bucks by a score of 140-99. The former third-overall pick posted 30 points, five rebounds, five assists, and one steal while shooting 13-for-20 overall and 3-for-5 from beyond the arc. The two Jay's combined for 70 points alone as they hit one of their best strides of the season in this game. Both of them continue to produce some outstanding value in all fantasy formats.

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown had one of his best scoring nights of the season Sunday versus the Spurs, completing a blowout win with a game-high 41 points. He could make only two triples with 10 attempts but shot a very good 18-for-29 overall from the field to reach his second-highest scoring output of the season. Brown also dominated the glass with 13 rebounds and finished things off with three assists and one steal. Jayson Tatum (hip) was out for this one, so Brown didn't have to share the ball a lot and went off for a big double-double. He is now averaging 32.0 points, 10.6 rebounds and 4.4 assists in the games Tatum has missed this season.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (facial fracture) is available for Friday's meeting with Indiana. The update is hardly a surprise, considering he's worn a protective face mask since around the All-Star break. The 26-year-old has averaged 24.5 points versus the Pacers this season, making him a must-start in all fantasy formats. However, with the Celtics expected to win this one easily, Brown may find himself sitting more than usual if things get out of hand, so DFS participants should keep that in mind.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown blew up on Wednesday night to help the team sneak by the Timberwolves by a score of 104-102. The former third-overall pick posted 35 points, 10 rebounds, one assist, and one steal on 50% shooting off of 24 attempts while adding 5-for-8 from deep and 6-for-8 from the line. While Jayson Tatum was having a bit of an off night, it was a good thing that the Celtics have Brown. He's in the top 45 in nine-category leagues and his ranking shoots up even higher in points leagues as his defensive stats help bolster the big games he turns in on offense.

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown shot 16-for-25 from the field en route to a season-high 43 points in Monday's 111-109 loss to Houston. He finished 4-for-10 with the three-ball and completed his line with five rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block. Brown has upped his efficiency since the All-Star break and it has helped him to also give a slight boost to his scoring numbers, with the 26-year-old star having averaged 27.3 points since play resumed. More of the same is needed from him for the rest of the way if the C's want to rob Milwaukee of the top spot in the Eastern Conference.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (face) is available for Wednesday's clash with the Portland Trail Blazers. This has been a frequent occurrence for Brown, who suffered a facial fracture prior to the All-Star break. The 26-year-old is coming off a strong showing against the Cavs on Monday, where he finished the night just one assist shy of a triple-double. That said, Brown is always a must-start fantasy option. However, considering Jayson Tatum and Al Horford will play on Wednesday evening, Brown's scoring output should dip by a small margin.

Boston Celtics guard/forward Jaylen Brown got very close to a triple-double on Monday, completing a 118-114 overtime loss against Cleveland with 32 points, 13 rebounds and nine assists. He added one block, shooting 12-for-26 from the field and 7-for-10 at the line. Brown had a miserable night from downtown, going only 1-for-7 with the three-ball. The two-time All-Star played a whopping 45 minutes, with the team lacking options after deciding to rest a number of players, including Jayson Tatum (knee). Brown now might be looking at a rest day himself next time out, as he also logged 47 minutes against New York on Sunday.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (face) is available on Friday night versus the Brooklyn Nets. Brown has been a routine occupant on the injury report because of the facial fracture suffered before the All-Star break. However, he'll be good to go and expected to see a full workload, meaning significantly fewer minutes for Sam Hauser and Payton Pritchard.

On Tuesday, the Charlotte Hornets made it official when they shut down their star guard LaMelo Ball for the remainder of the 2022-2023 NBA season.Many fantasy managers' worst fears were realized when Ball's non-contact injury in Monday night's game against Detroit turned out to be a fractured ankle. Charlotte's season was already lost, but fantasy managers were hoping to get a few more weeks from Ball who, when healthy, was putting up huge numbers this season.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

2022-2023 Season Recap

LaMelo Ball will finish his third NBA season with the following numbers.23.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 8.4 assists, 4.0 3PM, 1.3 STL, 0.3 BLK, 3.6 TO, 41.1% FG%, 83.6% FT%He played in only 36 games this year and is currently 32nd overall in per-game value for 9-cat in Basketball Monster's player ratings.When he was on the floor, he was a triple-double threat on a nightly basis. His talent is undeniable. Just look at what he did to the Spurs only a few weeks before getting hurt.

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LeBron James has dominated the National Basketball Association since entering the league straight from high school. He's won numerous awards and has led several teams to an NBA Championship. During the 2022-23 season, the Akron, Ohio, native continued to get it done, despite battling several nagging ailments along the way.However, James' latest issue, a right foot injury, is expected to keep him out indefinitely. So what does this mean, and will we see James back on the court this season? Is there a chance he won't return?To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

LeBron James Injury Update

James injured his right foot during the third quarter of Sunday's comeback win over the Dallas Mavericks. It was a tense few seconds after the multi-time MVP clutched his foot after suffering what was deemed a "non-contact injury." The concern grew to greater heights after he was overheard saying, "I heard a pop." Situations like this are never good, as many were concerned that an Achilles tear could be the culprit.https://twitter.com/FanDuelTV/status/1630602449227595777?s=20Yet, after James gathered himself, he tightened his shoe and finished the game, totaling 26 points, eight rebounds, one block, and one steal. Head coach Darvin Ham appeared optimistic while speaking postgame, stating the 38-year-old was "good."However, that couldn't be further from the case, with The Athletic's Shams Charania reporting that James would "miss an extended period of time" because of the foot injury. Charania later added that the all-time scoring leader would "require multiple opinions."https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1630363560051187712?s=20 

LeBron James' Season Recap

Despite James' advanced NBA age, he's still productive. In 47 appearances, he's averaged 29.5 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 6.9 assists. While his three-point percentage has regressed, that's never been his strong suit.James was also named an All-Star captain while recently passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA's all-time scoring leader.https://twitter.com/NBAonTNT/status/1623184801284104192?s=20That said, despite some high-level accomplishments, the year has been a rough one for the 2003 No. 1 overall pick. He's battled left foot soreness for nearly the entire season, so much so that he routinely carried some type of injury designation heading into almost all of his games over the last few months.... [More]

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown missed the team's last game against the New York Knicks due to personal reasons, but he has since been removed from the injury report and officially deemed active for their contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. The 26-year-old is in the midst of the best season of his career and should revitalize a Celtics team that looked quite awful on Monday night. With Brown coming back, Derrick White will likely head back to the bench.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (personal) won't play in Monday's game against the New York Knicks. The 26-year-old is dealing with a private matter, so it's anyone's guess if he'll return for Wednesday's meeting with the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers. In the meantime, Derrick White (ankle), who is probable, should take Brown's spot in the lineup. White has averaged 12.5 points and shot 40.1% from deep in 51 starts during the season, so he'll make a fine addition to any fantasy lineup on Monday evening, assuming he plays.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown went one-on-one a few times against his teammate Jayson Tatum and put up a double-double in what was ultimately a loss to Team Giannis in the 2023 NBA All-Star Game. The 26-year-old registered 35 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, and two steals while shooting 16-for-27 from the floor and 3-for-12 from three. Brown had a few exciting moments as he hit some tough, leaning jumpers and gestured that Tatum was too small as he won a one-on-one moment. It was an excellent night for Celtics fans as their two stars were the leading scorers on their respective teams.