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Ruled out Thursday Hauser (adductor) Keith Smith of Spotrac.com in Thursday's game versus the Pistons, Keith reports.

Impact Hauser has been downgraded from doubtful to out Thursday due to a right adductor strain he suffered against Memphis. With Jayson Tatum (knee) and Jaden Springer (illness) out, Jordan Walsh could receive increased playing time. Hauser's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Washington.

12 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to doubtful Hauser (adductor) is considered doubtful for Thursday's game against Detroit.

Impact Hauser was previously listed as questionable, but he's trending towards being unavailable after being unable to return to Saturday's loss to Memphis. Jayson Tatum (knee), Jaden Springer (illness) and Jordan Walsh (ribs) are all considered questionable for Thursday, which could compromise the back-end of Boston's depth.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't return Saturday Hauser (groin) didn't play in the second half of Saturday's 127-121 loss to the Grizzlies. He went scoreless (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and grabbed one rebound in nine minutes off the bench...

Impact The four-year veteran left Saturday's game against the Grizzlies midway through the second quarter due to right adductor tightness, and he didn't step on the hardwood in the second half. The Celtics have several days off due to the NBA Cup quarterfinals, and his next chance to play will come against the Pistons on Thursday, Dec. 12.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to return Saturday Hauser is doubtful to return to Saturday's game against the Grizzlies due to right adductor tightness, John Karalis of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

Impact Hauser was taken to the locker room midway through the second quarter, and his return is uncertain. Hauser's absence shouldn't affect many fantasy decisions, however, as the forward is a depth option off the bench in a Celtics team that's healthy in their wing rotation.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Friday Hauser is not in the Celtics' starting lineup against the Bucks on Friday, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Hauser started against the Pistons on Wednesday due to Jayson Tatum and Jrue Holiday being sidelined, and Hauser finished with a season-high 20 points along with three rebounds and one steal over 31 minutes. With Tatum and Holiday back for Friday's game, Hauser will retreat to a reserve role.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Drops season-high 20 points Hauser recorded 20 points (7-12 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and one steal across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 130-120 win over the Pistons.

Impact Hauser made the most of his opportunity, moving into the starting lineup after Jrue Holiday was ruled out due to an ongoing knee issue. Coming up against the Pistons, Hauser took advantage of the inferior defense, dropping five triples en route to a season-high 20 points. He should continue to provide the Celtics with a reliable perimeter threat, albeit coming off the bench more often than not.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Hauser is part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pistons, Zack Cox of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Hauser was a late scratch Monday due to personal reasons, but he's active and part of the first unit for just the second time this season. In his only other start, he notched 13 points, five rebounds, two assists and three steals across 36 minutes.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Wednesday Hauser (personal) isn't listed on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Hauser was a late scratch ahead of Monday's win over Miami due to personal reasons but should be back in action Wednesday. Across 15 November appearances, Hauser averaged 7.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 0.9 steals in 22.7 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Monday Hauser has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Heat due to personal reasons, John Karalis of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.

Impact Hauser is a late addition to the injury report and joins a long list of unavailable players for the second half of a back-to-back set. Boston will have Derrick White (foot) and Jayson Tatum (knee) available, but Jaylen Brown (illness) remains questionable, while Jrue Holiday (knee), Kristaps Porzingis (knee/rest) and Al Horford (rest/toe) have all been ruled out already.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high five threes in start Hauser notched 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and three steals over 36 minutes before fouling out of Sunday's 115-111 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Filling in with a spot start at shooting guard for the injured Derrick White (foot) in Boston's lineup, Hauser buried a season-high five triples and matched a season-best three swipes in Sunday's narrow loss to Cleveland. The 26-year-old sharpshooter can be a decent source of threes for fantasy managers when given the opportunity for extra playing time, which could be the case once more in Monday's clash with Miami if White or Jaylen Brown (illness) are unable to suit up. Hauser has started 14 games for the Celtics since 2023-24, averaging 12.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.0 steals and 3.6 three-pointers in 32.5 minutes per game dating back to last season.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Receives starting nod Sunday Hauser will enter the starting lineup in Sunday's game against Cleveland, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact The sharpshooter will get his first start of the season with Derrick White (foot) and Jaylen Brown (illness) sidelined. In his last five outings, Hauser has averaged 6.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals while shooting 40.0 percent from three-point range across 21.6 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

By knocking down shots, Payton Pritchard and Sam Hauser keep giving Celtics a shot in the arm - The Boston Globe This season, Pritchard and Hauser have played 296 minutes together, and the Celtics have outscored opponents by 10.1 points per 100 possessi...

NOVEMBER 27 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Pops for 13 points in win Hauser contributed 13 points (5-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt), three rebounds and three steals in 22 minutes during Friday's 108-96 victory over the Wizards.

Impact Hauser scored double-digits for the third time in the past four games, possibly rounding into some shooting form after a slow start to the season. The improved play of Payton Pritchard has limited Hauser's opportunities, both in terms of playing time and production. As long as the Celtics are relatively healthy, Hauser will continue to be used as a secondary scoring piece off the bench.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high 14 points Saturday Hauser closed with 14 points (5-12 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one assist and one block across 25 minutes during Saturday's 126-123 overtime victory over the Raptors.

Impact Hauser entered Saturday's game shooting just 32.8 percent from three on 6.1 3PA/G. While he didn't exactly light it up from beyond the arc, he managed to reach double-digit points for a second straight game. The Celtics will need Hauser to catch fire from three in Tuesday's NBA Cup matchup against the Cavaliers.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to available Hauser (back) is available for Monday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Hauser was previously considered probable, so this upgrade isn't a surprise. The sharpshooter is averaging 7.3 points and 4.8 rebounds through four appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Listed probable for Monday Hauser is probable for Monday's game against the Hawks, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Hauser will likely play in a fourth straight contest after a three-game absence due to the back issue. Over his last three appearances, Hauser has averaged 17.3 minutes per game, but he could be in line for a bigger workload Monday, as Jaylen Brown (hip) is slated to miss his second straight game.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Hauser (back) is available for Saturday's game versus the Hornets, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Hauser has been upgraded from probable to available Saturday despite dealing with a back injury. With Jaylen Brown (hip) out, Hauser could slide into Boston's starting lineup.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs another probable tag Hauser is listed as probable for Saturday's game versus the Hornets, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Hauser continues to receive probable tags due to lower back injury management but has suited up in each of Boston's last two contests. If Hauser is upgraded to available yet again, Jaylen Brown's (hip) absence could open up increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Friday Hauser (back) is available for Friday's game against the Hornets, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact As expected, Hauser has been upgraded from probable to available and will suit up for a second straight contest following a three-game absence due to a back issue. On Wednesday, the sharpshooter played 14 minutes off the bench and recorded five points (2-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt), two rebounds, an assist, a steal and a block.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Friday Hauser (back) is listed as probable for Friday's game versus Charlotte.

Impact Hauser will likely suit up for his second straight contest Friday despite dealing with a lower back injury. In his most recent outing, Hauser recorded five points, two rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block in 14 minutes.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Hauser (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.

Impact As expected, Hauser gets the green light after missing three straight games due to a back issue. In his lone appearance this season, Hauser posted 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-7 3Pt), five rebounds and an assist in 24 minutes off the bench.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Wednesday Hauser (back) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

Impact After missing three straight games due to a back issue, Hauser is expected to return to the rotation Wednesday. In his lone appearance this season, Hauser posted 10 points (4-10 FG), five rebounds and an assist in 24 minutes off the bench during a blowout win over the Knicks.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Bucks Hauser (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Milwaukee, Marc D'Amico of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Hauser will miss a third straight game due to lower back pain, and his next chance at playing will be Wednesday against the Pacers. Xavier Tillman, Payton Pritchard and Luke Kornet were the only reserves to seeing playing time against the Pistons on Saturday, though with Hauser out again, Jordan Walsh or Jaden Springer could get a brief look Monday.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy vs. Bucks Monday Hauser (back) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bucks, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Hauser has been dealing with lower back pain that already sidelined him for the last two games. The sharpshooter scored 10 points in 24 minutes Opening Night, and if he is unable to play Monday, Derrick White and Xavier Tillman could see extended minutes.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Hauser (back) is out for Saturday's game versus the Pistons, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Hauser will miss his second straight contest Saturday while dealing with lower back pain. Neemias Queta and Jordan Walsh are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Hauser's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Milwaukee.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE