For the Celtics, that series brought more pain than they could have anticipated, with Jayson Tatum’s torn Achilles only worsening the sudden end to a championship defense. Given the opponent, Wednesday’s trip back to the famous arena meant a little extra to the returning Boston players.

Boston Celtics star shooting guard Jaylen Brown is questionable for the season opener vs. the 76ers as he recovers from a hamstring strain.

The Celtics led by nine points with four minutes remaining before the 76ers erupted on a 15-2 scoring run, enough to give them a win.

However, the Knicks’ star center, Karl Anthony Towns, may not be available for the franchise in regular-season game No. 2 due to a nagging lower-body setback. According to the official injury report for the Knicks vs. Celtics clash, Towns is listed as questionable with a right quad strain.

The Celtics returned to Madison Square Garden for the first time since May 16, when last season ended in the conference semifinals.

The Toronto Raptors and Boston Celtics faced off in a preseason game with significant player absences. Injuries sidelined key stars like Jayson Tatum for Boston and RJ Barrett for Toronto, offering younger players a chance to shine.

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown doesn't seem to be bothered by the hamstring tightness that sidelined him last week.

Jaylen Brown headlines the list of Celtics players to watch as Boston opens its preseason schedule in Memphis.

"Knicks’ Mitchell Robinson (left ankle injury manager) is out and Josh Hart (lumbar spasms) is questionable for tomorrow’s game vs Boston, per NBA. Karl-Anthony Towns (quad strain) is questionable," wrote Begley on X.

Boston Celtics, a dominant force, are heavily favored against the rebuilding Toronto Raptors in their October 10, 2025 preseason clash. With a strong roster and recent success, the Celtics are expected to maintain their winning ways.

Paul George will miss the 76ers’ season opener against the Boston Celtics as he recovers from a knee injury he suffered last year.