Celtics, Knicks, Lakers Face Key Injuries Ahead of Game 4s

Ahead of Game 4 in the first-round NBA playoffs, the Boston Celtics will be without Jrue Holiday due to a right hamstring strain, and Jaylen Brown is questionable with a persistent right knee issue, potentially impacting their bid to take a 3-1 lead over the Orlando Magic. Holiday’s absence leaves the Celtics without one of their top defenders and ball-handlers, while Brown has been a key offensive contributor despite his lingering injury. The Celtics will rely on other players to step up, as head coach Joe Mazzulla emphasized the need to address turnovers and physical play after their narrow Game 3 loss. Meanwhile, the New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons continue their physical series with both teams dealing with injuries to key centers, as Mitchell Robinson (illness) is questionable for New York and Isaiah Stewart (knee) remains out for Detroit. The tightly contested series has seen strong performances from stars like Jalen Brunson and Cade Cunningham, with both teams aiming to overcome roster challenges. In the Lakers-Timberwolves series, all Lakers stars are available for Game 4 despite recent illness concerns, with only Maxi Kleber out due to foot surgery, while the Timberwolves have a clean injury report except for Rob Dillingham.