Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers predicted starting lineups and depth chart for Dec. 1 | 2024-25 NBA season
The Cleveland Cavaliers host the Boston Celtics on Sunday for their second encounter of the 2024-25 season. The Celtics handed the Cavaliers their first loss of the season, snapping their 15-game win streak to start the season.
The upcoming matchup will decide if the Cavaliers maintain the top spot in the East or if the Celtics will take over for the sole spot for the first time this season.
Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers: Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Celtics Starting Lineup and Depth Chart
The Celtics are projected to use a starting lineup of Jrue Holiday (PG), Payton Pritchard (SG), Sam Hauser (SF), Jayson Tatum (PF) and Kristaps Porzingis (C) for the game.
Cavaliers Starting Lineup and Depth Chart
Meanwhile, the Cavaliers are expected to deploy a starting lineup of Darius Garland (PG), Donovan Mitchell (SG), Isaac Okoro (SF), Evan Mobley (PF) and Jarrett Allen (C).
Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers: Injury Reports
Celtics injury report for Dec. 1
The Celtics have Jrue Holiday (groin), Kristaps Porzingis (knee), and Al Horford (toe) listed as available for the contest. However Jaylen Brown & Derrick White are ruled out from the game.
Cavaliers injury report for Dec. 1
Meanwhile, the Cavaliers will be without Emoni Bates (knee), Max Strus (ankle), and Dean Wade (ankle), with all of them listed as out for the game.
Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers: Preview
The Boston Celtics stand second in the Eastern Conference with a 16-3 record for the season and have won nine of their last 10 games. They are riding a seven-game winning streak after defeating the Chicago Bulls 138-129 on Friday. Jayson Tatum led their victory charge with his double-double performance of 35 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, one steal, and a block.
Meanwhile, the Cleveland Cavaliers lead the East with a 17-3 record. They are dealing with a two-game losing streak after suffering back-to-back losses against the Atlanta Hawks.
Their 117-101 road loss against the Hawks on Friday also eliminated them from further contention for the Emirates NBA Cup. Evan Mobley led the Cavs' losing effort in the game with his double-double performance of 24 points, 12 rebounds, three assists, and a steal.
How to watch Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers
The Celtics-Cavaliers matchup is scheduled to tip-off at 6 p.m. ET at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland. The game will be aired live on FanDuel Sports Network - Ohio and NBC Sports Boston. It can also be streamed on FuboTV and the NBA League Pass.