Boston Celtics Announce Jaylen Brown’s Playing Status for Pelicans Game

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown watched in street clothes while supporting a fresh pair of shades as his team fell to the rival New York Knicks on Thursday. 

Brown, 29, has seen his name appear on the injury report in recent weeks because of a nagging Achilles injury. Fortunately, there doesn’t seem to be a major concern, but it is slightly worrisome nonetheless. 

Brown has assembled his best season as a pro and earned MVP consideration all season. While it appears he is very unlikely to receive the honor, it doesn’t take away from the remarkable season he’s had. 

GettyBoston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown dribbles the ball in a game against the Nets. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

In a season that was seen by many as a “gap” year, Brown steered his Celtics right back to contender status and near the top of the Eastern Conference. Boston needs just one more win to clinch the second seed. 

It has a strong opportunity to achieve that tonight.

Celtics Confirm Jaylen Brown’s Playing Status for Friday’s Game

The Celtics return to TD Garden to take on the lowly New Orleans Pelicans.

Boston, without Brown in the lineup, lost last night to the Knicks in a thrilling contest. A couple of late Josh Hart 3-pointers tilted the game in New York’s favor. But without Brown in the mix, some Celtics fans aren’t moved by the loss. 

Entering today, Brown was again listed on the injury report with Achilles tendinitis. Initially listed as questionable, Brown’s status has been upgraded ahead of tip off. 

The 29-year-old Boston star is expected to play tonight, according to the team.

Celtics Injury Report Update for tonight:

Jaylen Brown – AVAILABLE
Sam Hauser – AVAILABLE
Neemias Queta – AVAILABLE
Jayson Tatum – R Achilles Repair Management – OUT
Derrick White – AVAILABLE https://t.co/8n5TlGMlkI

— Boston Celtics (@celtics) April 10, 2026

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C’s Aiming to Be Whole Entering Pressure-Packed Postseason 

Injuries are tough at any juncture of the season. They are horrible this time of year. The playoffs are starting next week, and the Celtics have plenty to show. 

It has been a storybook-type season. Brown’s MVP candidacy, Jayson Tatum’s miraculous return, coach Joe Mazzulla going viral the other night for screaming at his players for allowing LaMelo Ball a dead-ball dunk attempt, the list goes on.

Now that the Jays are reunited and quickly restoring their continuity, Boston feels it has a chance to hang with anyone. The team is obviously battle-tested and knows what it takes to reach the top, but that only means it won’t be granted any excuses if the job falls short. 

The Celtics are set to host Game 1 in TD Garden next weekend. Behind those boisterous fans, Boston hopes to tip off the spring festivities with some vivacity. 

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