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Washington Wizards vs Boston Celtics: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Washington Wizards (4-7) visit the Boston Celtics (8-2) on Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at TD Garden, Boston, MA. TV: ESPN. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Boston Celtics vs Washington Wizards.

NBAWednesday, December 16, 2026

Washington Wizards4-7

7:00 PM ETDec 16, 2026

Boston Celtics8-2

DateDec 16, 2026

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueTD Garden, Boston, MA

TVESPN

Team comparison

Washington WizardsBoston Celtics

Points per game

108.1

115.0

Points allowed per game

113.4

104.3

4-7Record8-2

3rd in Southeast DivisionStanding2nd in Atlantic Division

2-5Road record / home record5-0

LLLLWLast 5WWWLW

L4StreakW3

Team stats

Washington WizardsBoston Celtics

L4StreakW3

Points Against

113.4

104.3

3-7Last Ten Games8-2

Points Per Game

108.1

115.0

Field Goal %

Three Point %

Rebounds Per Game

42.0

45.0

Assists Per Game

23.8

27.2

Blocks Per Game

5.5

4.5

Steals Per Game

7.6

8.5

Team Turnovers Per Game

1.0

0.6

Total Turnovers Per Game

14.9

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Washington Wizards

Tristan Vukcevic F · Hip - Pinched Nerve

Out

Reece Beekman G · Shoulder

Out

Justin Champagnie F · Foot - Not Specified

Out

Jamir Watkins G · Knee - Surgery

Out

Boston Celtics

No injuries listed.

Recent form

Washington WizardsLLLLW

Nov 9, 2026 · at Detroit PistonsL 111-122

Nov 7, 2026 · at Oklahoma City ThunderL 75-114

Nov 6, 2026 · at Atlanta HawksL 132-139

Nov 4, 2026 · vs Atlanta HawksL 105-120

Nov 2, 2026 · at Orlando MagicW 103-94

Boston CelticsWWWLW

Nov 8, 2026 · at Milwaukee BucksW 117-97

Nov 6, 2026 · at Charlotte HornetsW 119-80

Nov 4, 2026 · vs Milwaukee BucksW 109-102

Nov 2, 2026 · at Houston RocketsL 93-109

Nov 1, 2026 · at Orlando MagicW 108-97

Season series

Series starts 11/24

Jan 18, 2027BOS 0, WSH 0

Dec 16, 2026WSH 0, BOS 0

Dec 14, 2026WSH 0, BOS 0

Nov 24, 2026BOS 0, WSH 0

Team pages

Washington Wizards
Schedule, roster and stats

Boston Celtics
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Frequently asked questions

What time is Washington Wizards vs Boston Celtics?

The game is on Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at TD Garden, Boston, MA.

How can I watch Washington Wizards vs Boston Celtics?

TV: ESPN.

What are the records of the Washington Wizards and Boston Celtics?

Washington Wizards: 4-7. Boston Celtics: 8-2.

Who is injured for Washington Wizards vs Boston Celtics?

Listed out or doubtful: Washington Wizards: Tristan Vukcevic, Reece Beekman, Justin Champagnie, Jamir Watkins. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Washington Wizards vs Boston Celtics played?

TD Garden, Boston, MA.

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