Xavier Tillman News, Rumors, Updates - Boston Celtics

Falls flat in start Tillman scored two points (0-5 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and added three rebounds and one steal across eight minutes in Monday's 117-103 loss to the Grizzlies.

Impact Tillman has largely been outside of the Boston rotation this season, but he got the chance to make a rare start Monday with Jaylen Brown (knee) sitting out. He was limited to two brief shifts at the beginning of both halves and didn't make much of an impact during his time on the court while missing all five of his field-goal attempts. Tillman is likely to drop back out of the rotation if Brown returns for Wednesday's game against the Heat.

APRIL 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday against Memphis Tillman is in the Celtics' starting lineup against the Grizzlies on Monday, Brian Robb of MassLive.com reports.

Impact Tillman has been a healthy DNP for the majority of the season and the last time he saw the floor was March 6. With Jaylen Brown (knee) out, Tillman will make his first start of the season Monday against Memphis, whom he started his NBA career with in the 2020-21 campaign.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 30, 2025 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Set to return Saturday Tillman (knee) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Spurs, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Tillman has missed the last 10 games for the Celtics due to a knee issue, but he will return to the floor Saturday in San Antonio. However, he 25-year-old big man likely won't make much of an impact from a fantasy perspective, as he averages 7.1 minutes per game off the bench for Boston this season.

MARCH 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Tillman is questionable for Saturday's game against the Spurs with a left knee joint sprain, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Although Tillman has missed four straight games, he'll at least have a chance to return Saturday. With Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford and Luke Kornet all healthy in Boston's frontcourt, however, Tillman wouldn't be a lock to see the floor even if he's available against San Antonio.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

San Antonio takes on Boston, seeks 4th straight home win

San Antonio heads into a matchup against Boston after winning three consecutive home games

MARCH 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Another absence coming Tillman (knee) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Suns.

Impact Tillman's absence streak will extend to four games Wednesday due to a left knee joint sprain. Tillman's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with San Antonio.

MARCH 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Phoenix puts home win streak on the line against Boston

Phoenix enters a matchup against Boston after winning six games in a row at home

MARCH 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Still out Monday Tillman (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Kings, Jay King of The Athletic reports.

Impact Tillman hasn't played since March 6 and has made only three appearances since the beginning of February. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday in Phoneix, but the veteran doesn't have a return timetable.

MARCH 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Boston plays Sacramento, looks for 5th straight road win

Boston looks to continue its four-game road win streak with a victory over Sacramento

MARCH 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Remains out Sunday Tillman (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Tillman will miss an eighth consecutive game with a left knee sprain, and the big man doesn't have a timetable for his return. Tillman doesn't see regular minutes when the Celtics' frontcourt is at full strength, however, so his absence shouldn't affect many fantasy decisions.

MARCH 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Portland takes on Boston, looks for 5th straight victory

Portland hosts Boston looking to extend its four-game win streak

MARCH 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Friday Tillman (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Jazz, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Tillman will miss a seventh straight game for Boston while dealing with a knee issue. The next opportunity for the 25-year-old big man to get back on the floor for the defending NBA champions will be Sunday against the Trail Blazers.

MARCH 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assigned and recalled Saturday The Celtics assigned Tillman to the G League's Maine Celtics before he was later recalled to the NBA on Saturday.

Impact Tillman likely joined the G league Celtics for Saturday's practice ahead of their game against the Grand Rapids Gold on Tuesday. The 26-year-old appeared in only two outings for the parent club during February, and he averaged 5.5 minutes per contest.

MARCH 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gets garbage-time run in blowout Tillman (knee) recorded zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds and one steal across five minutes in Wednesday's 117-97 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Tillman missed three straight games due to knee inflammation before being cleared to play Tuesday, but he didn't see the floor in the Celtics' 10-point win over the Raptors. He remained out of the rotation for the second leg of the back-to-back set, as Tillman didn't check into the game until the Pistons already had the victory well in hand. After re-signing with Boston on a two-year deal over the summer, Tillman has endured the worst season of his five-year career; he's averaging just 7.1 minutes per game over his 28 appearances and is shooting just 23.8 percent from the field.

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Tuesday Tillman (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against Toronto.

Impact Tillman is available to return from a three-game absence Tuesday due to left knee inflammation. The big man has received little playing time of late, though he could see a bump in minutes with Al Horford (toe) and Luke Kornet (personal) sidelined.

FEBRUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Tuesday Tillman (knee) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Raptors, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Following a three-game absence with left knee inflammation, Tillman is expected to return to action Tuesday. Luke Kornet (personal) has already been ruled out against Toronto, so Tillman could be in line to share the backup center minutes with the probable Neemias Queta (illness) if Al Horford (toe) sits out.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Tillman (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Knicks, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.

Impact Tillman will miss a third straight game due to inflammation in his left knee, and it remains to be seen when the big man will be able to return to the hardwood. However, his absence won't generate a big impact in fantasy, as he's averaging a mere 7.3 minutes per game in 2024-25. His next chance to play will come against the Raptors on Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics face the Knicks on 4-game win streak

Boston faces New York looking to extend its four-game win streak

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Thursday Tillman (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the 76ers, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Tillman continues to deal with inflammation in his left knee, which will force him to miss a third straight game. However, the absence of the 25-year-old big man won't have much of an impact from a fantasy perspective, as he has rarely seen the floor for Boston this season, averaging 7.3 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Tillman will not play Wednesday against the Spurs due to left knee inflammation.

Impact Tillman was not on Boston's initial injury report, so this is apparently a new issue for the forward. Tillman has played just six minutes in one February appearance, however, so this news won't impact the rotation much.

FEBRUARY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Tillman (illness) is not listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Bulls, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

Impact Tillman missed Thursday's 117-108 loss to the Bulls with a non-COVID illness, but the big man should be ready to go for Saturday. He'll add some much-needed depth in the frontcourt, but he shouldn't see a lot of minutes if both Al Horford and Kristaps Porzingis are available.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bulls face the Celtics on 3-game win streak

Chicago is looking to continue its three-game win streak with a victory against Boston

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • Associated Press

Unable to play Thursday Tillman (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup against Chicago, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact Tillman is slated to miss Thursday's game, though his absence shouldn't cause too many waves in the rotation. With the big man and Sam Hauser (back) both sidelined, Neemias Queta and Jordan Walsh are candidates to see a slight uptick in playing time. Tillman's next chance to play will come Saturday against the Bulls.

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Thursday Tillman is questionable for Thursday's game against the Bulls due to a non-COVID illness.

Impact A decision on Tillman's status will be made closer to Thursday's 7:30 p.m. ET tipoff. That said, his potential absence isn't expected to move the needle too much in terms of fantasy purposes. With Al Horford (rest) ready to go Thursday, Tillman would be in line to have a backup role -- at best -- while battling with Neemias Queta and Luke Kornet for minutes at center.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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