Celtics Aim to Rebound Against Short-Handed Jazz at TD Garden
The Boston Celtics are gearing up for an important home clash against the Utah Jazz tonight, November 3rd, at TD Garden — and the stakes feel bigger than what the early season record might suggest. The Celtics are looking to even out their record at 4-4 after a rough loss to the Houston Rockets, while the Jazz are hoping to stay competitive despite being down a key starter.
Utah’s rising big man, Walker Kessler, has been ruled out of this matchup due to a left shoulder injury. According to the team’s official update, Kessler has already returned to Salt Lake City for additional testing. That absence could make things a little easier for Boston’s frontcourt, especially when battling for rebounds and inside scoring opportunities. Still, the Jazz aren’t a team to be taken lightly.
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Led by forward Lauri Markkanen — who’s been putting up some impressive scoring numbers so far — the Jazz have shown flashes of offensive firepower even as they sit at 2-4. Markkanen’s versatility and shooting range have kept Utah competitive in most of their games, turning what was expected to be a rebuilding year into something more unpredictable.
For Boston, though, this game is more about finding rhythm and consistency. The Celtics were on a three-game winning streak before that tough 128–101 loss to Houston, which exposed some issues on both ends of the floor. Only five players managed to hit double digits in scoring during that game, with Baylor Scheierman leading the bench effort at 17 points. Head coach Joe Mazzulla has been vocal about wanting more balance and accountability across the lineup — something that will be tested again tonight.
The game tips off at 7:30 p.m. Eastern, airing on NBC Sports Boston. Fans can catch the action through streaming options like DIRECTV Stream and FuboTV, both offering free trials for new users. Sling TV also has deals available, though it doesn’t currently offer a free trial.
As for Boston’s outlook, this matchup might just be what the team needs — a chance to reset at home, tighten their defense, and reassert control early in the season. With Derrick White, Jayson Tatum, and Jaylen Brown leading the charge, the Celtics will look to take advantage of Utah’s depleted lineup and build some momentum before their next stretch of games.
It’s early, but every win matters in a season where expectations are sky-high. Tonight, the TD Garden crowd will expect a response — and the Celtics will need to deliver it against a hungry but short-handed Jazz squad.
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