Boston Celtics vs Toronto Raptors (01-09-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

Two of the Eastern Conference’s most amazing teams are going to clash with each other tonight in an exciting NBA matchup. The Boston Celtics will host the Toronto Raptors on Friday at 7 pm ET. The Celtics, along with players like Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard, and Derrick White, have played well in the last matchup. Moreover, the team has won 23 out of 36 matches and has maintained a constant pace this season.

Now, when it comes to the Toronto Raptors, they have to live up to the expectations of their fans and followers. The Raptors have also won 23 matches this season. From expected lineup to injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the Boston Celtics and the Toronto Raptors.

Boston Celtics vs Toronto Raptors - When and Where to Watch the Game

The Boston Celtics will host the Toronto Raptors at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The match will tip off at 7:00 pm ET on January 9, 2026, only at NBCS-BOS and SportsNet. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

Boston Celtics vs Toronto Raptors - Expected Starting Lineups

Boston Celtics

• Payton Pritchard (PG)
• Derrick White (SG)
• Jaylen Brown (SF)
• Sam Hauser (PF)
• Neemias Queta (C)

Toronto Raptors

• Immanuel Quickley (PG)
• RJ Barrett (SF)
• Collin Murray-Boyles (PF)
• Gradey Dick (SF)
• Ja’Kobe Walter (SG)

Boston Celtics vs Toronto Raptors - Injury Report

Boston Celtics

• Josh Minott - OUT (ankle)
• Jayson Tatum - OUT (Acl)

Toronto Raptors

• Scottie Barnes - QUESTIONABLE (knee)
• Brandon Ingram - QUESTIONABLE (thumb)
• Jakob Poeltl - OUT (back)
• Chucky Hepburn - OUT (G league)

Boston Celtics vs Toronto Raptors - Game Prediction

The Boston Celtics have been playing quite consistently throughout the season. They have scored over 223.5 points while playing 22 games this season. However, the Toronto Raptors have scored more than 223.5 points while playing only 20 games this season, which is just two less than the Celtics.

Tonight, the Boston Celtics have Payton Pritchard, who has averaged 16.9 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game. Jaylen Brown, on the other hand, has averaged 29.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 4.9 assists, while making 3-pointers per contest. These players have delivered significantly for their team. However, the absence the Josh Minott and Jayson Tatum might cost them tonight’s game.

There are Toronto Raptors on the other side, whose players are as elite as the Celtics. Scottie Barnes has averaged 19.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game this season. Brandon Ingram has scored 21.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game. But his presence tonight is questionable, and while the team is dependent on his performance, they have to find a backup in his place.

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