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Depth Shines for Celtics as Hauser, Pritchard Step Up in Absence of Key Starters

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March 19, 2024 · 1 min read

Depth Shines for Celtics as Hauser, Pritchard Step Up in Absence of Key Starters

Other Sports | March 19, 2024

During the first half, Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole is seen driving while being defended by Celtics forward Sam Hauser. (Image: AP/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

On Sunday, the Celtics defeated the Wizards despite missing several starters. Derrick White, Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis were out, giving opportunities to lower-rostered players. Sam Hauser and Payton Pritchard stood out, with Hauser hitting 10 3-pointers before spraining his ankle and Pritchard recording a career-high 13 assists.

Other noteworthy pickups include Jaime Jaquez Jr. of the Heat, Malik Beasley of the Bucks, Luke Kornet of the Celtics, Torrey Craig of the Bulls and Justin Champagnie of the Wizards. These players capitalized on increased playing time or opportunities due to injuries or rest days for key players offering potential fantasy value.