The Boston Celtics announce their injury during the Chicago Bulls game

The Chicago Bulls face the Boston Celtics in an exciting NBA Cup game that could have big implications for the NBA Cup.

The Celtics have one of the deepest teams in the league with a variety of key players including Derrick White, Al Horford, Payton Pritchard, Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday. With one of their key players out, it’s the perfect opportunity for the team to take another step up.

Celtics guard Derrick White suffered a painful right foot injury against the Chicago Bulls and the team announced he is doubtful to return.

In 24 minutes against the Bulls, White recorded 16 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 1 steal on 60% field shooting and 50% three-point shooting. The Celtics will sorely miss White’s influence, but fortunately they have Payton Pritchard in the game who is playing nuclear. Pritchard has 29 points and 7 rebounds on 62.5% field shooting and 63.6% three-point shooting.

Boston will likely finish with a win over the Chicago Bulls and extend their record to 16-3. It speaks volumes about how good the Celtics have been that they are now just half a game away from the Cavaliers for first place, even though the Cavaliers started the season 15-0.

The Chicago Bulls’ next opponent is the Brooklyn Nets on Monday.

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