Hauser generated 21 points (7-13 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist across 21 minutes of Wednesday's 125-105 win over the Cavaliers.
Hauser's only attempted shots came from long distance, and he drilled over 50 percent of them. The sharpshooting forward has made 21 of his 46 three-point attempts (45.7 percent) this season, and he's played at least 21 minutes in all five contests, though his last three appearances have been with the second unit.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Not starting Sunday
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Hauser won't start Sunday's game against the Pistons.
After a quiet Opening Night against Philadelphia, Hauser caught fire from deep, posting 18 points (6-10 FG, 6-10 3Pt) in 28 minutes during Friday's loss to the Knicks. However, rookie Hugo Gonzalez will replace Hauser in the first five Sunday, though the sharpshooter should still see plenty of playing time off the bench.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Catches fire from deep
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Hauser finished Friday's 105-95 loss to the Knicks with 18 points (6-10 FG, 6-10 3Pt), three rebounds, one steal and one block over 28 minutes.
Hauser had a quiet performance Opening Night against Philadelphia, but the fifth-year pro showed his sharpshooting prowess Friday, when he connected on a game-high six triples for the sixth time in his NBA career. Hauser should continue to operate as a catch-and-shoot wing for the Celtics, though he should see an uptick in opportunities on offense this season in the absence of Jayson Tatum (Achilles).
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Off injury report for Wednesday
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Hauser (rest) is not on the injury report for Wednesday's season opener against Philadelphia, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.
After sitting out Boston's preseason finale, Hauser is lined up to return for the season opener. With Jayson Tatum (Achilles) expected to miss most of the year, Hauser has a big opportunity in 2025-26. Over 19 games as a starter in the 2024-25 regular season, Hauser averaged 12.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 3.3 three-pointers in 29.0 minutes per contest.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Coming off bench Wednesday
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Hauser isn't part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason game against the Raptors.
Hauser drew the start in his most recent preseason outing, but he'll come off the bench for the Celtics' preseason finale. Boston's exact plans for the frontcourt are unclear at this point, with Sam Hauser, Chris Boucher, Xavier Tillman and Neemias Queta all jockeying for minutes. Boucher and Queta will draw the start at the four and five, respectively.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Nets 15 points in 17 minutes
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Hauser posted 15 points (3-5 FG, 2-4 FT, 7-7 FT), one rebound, two triples, one steal and one turnover across 17 minutes during Sunday's 138-107 preseason win over Cleveland.
Hauser won't do much for you outside of points and triples, but if he's able to secure a starting role in Boston this season, he should be effective in those two categories. He's someone to consider as a late-round flier in deep leagues.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Notches six points
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Hauser produced six points (2-6 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and three rebounds in 15 minutes during Friday's 119-81 loss to the Knicks in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
Hauser, who has three years left on his deal, established himself as a key role player for Boston in 2024-25. He made 71 regular-season appearances, posting averages of 8.5 points and 3.2 rebounds while shooting 41.6 percent from beyond the arc. With Jayson Tatum (Achilles) facing a lengthy rehab, Hauser could see an expanded role in 2025-26.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Cleared for Game 5
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Hauser (ankle) is available for Wednesday's Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Knicks.
Hauser is officially set to return from a three-game absence due to a right ankle sprain. The 27-year-old's return certainly doesn't offset the loss of Jayson Tatum (Achilles), but he does give Joe Mazzulla a productive wing option off the bench as the Celtics look to extend their season.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Probable for Wednesday
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Hauser (ankle) is listed as probable for Wednesday's Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Knicks, Bobby Krivitsky of Forbes reports.
Hauser exited Game 1 against the Knicks due to a right ankle sprain and subsequently missed the next three games. With the team facing elimination and superstar Jayson Tatum (Achilles) out, a productive return from the 27-year-old would be significant for the Celtics. Hauser is averaging just 2.7 points in 12.8 minutes per game in six appearances this postseason.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Iffy for Monday
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Hauser (ankle) is questionable for Monday's Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Knicks, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.
Hauser is in jeopardy of missing his third consecutive contest after sustaining a sprained right ankle in Game 1 of the second round. Head coach Joe Mazzulla relayed Sunday that the sharpshooter, who was listed as doubtful ahead of Games 1 and 2, is progressing in his recovery and remains day-to-day, per Marc D'Amico of the Celtics' official site. However, Hauser's potential absence shouldn't cause major waves in the club's rotation.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Officially ruled out
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Hauser (ankle) won't play in Saturday's Game 3 versus the Knicks.
Hauser will miss his second straight contest Saturday after being downgraded from doubtful to out due to a right ankle sprain. Hauser's next chance to suit up is Game 4 on Monday.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Ruled out Game 2
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Hauser (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Hauser suffered a right ankle sprain in Game 1, which will keep him sidelined for Game 2. Boston may have to use Baylor Scheierman, Jordan Walsh or Torrey Craig to shoulder the load off the bench.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Doubtful for Game 2
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Hauser (ankle) has been listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Hauser suffered a sprained right ankle in the Game 1 loss to New York, making his status for Wednesday's game uncertain. If the 26-year-old forward cannot play, Boston will likely turn to Baylor Scheierman to help pick up the slack off the bench.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Iffy to return Monday
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Hauser is questionable to return during Monday's Game 1 against the Knicks due to a sprained right ankle, John Karalis of BostonSportsJournal.com reports.
Hauser limped to the locker room during the third quarter after an awkward landing. His absence shouldn't cause too many waves in the rotation, as he logged only four minutes before departing.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Won't start Game 1
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Hauser will come off the bench during Sunday's Eastern Conference quarterfinal-round Game 1 matchup against the Magic, Justin Turpin of WEEI.com reports.
Hauser started two of the last three regular-season games for Boston, racking up a total of 25 points, five rebounds and one assist during that span. However, the reliable forward will be back in a reserve role Sunday against Orlando.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Drains six threes
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Hauser provided 20 points (7-12 FG, 6-9 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 22 minutes during Friday's 130-94 victory over the Hornets.
Hauser came alive in the second half with five three-pointers, and his 20 points were second-most in the game behind Payton Pritchard (22). Hauser has connected on 46.4 percent of his three-point attempts over his last 10 outings, and over that span he has averaged 12.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 0.7 steals over 25.2 minutes per game. With Boston likely to rest its top rotational players in Sunday's regular-season finale against Charlotte, Hauser has a chance to see an extended role off the bench or as a starter.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Not starting Friday
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Hauser won't start Friday's game against the Hornets.
With all of the regular starters sidelined, Hauser drew a spot start Wednesday and posted 10 points and three rebounds in 25 minutes during a 20-point loss to the Magic. However, aside from Jaylen Brown (knee), the Celtics' usual starters are available Friday, so Hauser will slide back to a bench role. As a reserve this season (51 games), Hauser has averaged 6.9 points and 2.8 rebounds in 18.9 minutes per game.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: In starting lineup Wednesday
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Hauser is in Boston's starting lineup against Orlando on Wednesday, Cody Taylor of USA Today reports.
With the Celtics missing their starters and Al Horford (knee), Hauser will make his 18th start of the season Wednesday. Hauser has averaged 11.2 points, 3.7 rebounds and 0.9 assists over his last 10 outings while shooting 44.8 percent from three.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Won't go Monday
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Hauser (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Kings.
Hauser will miss just his second outing since the All-Star break while he deals with stiffness in his lower back. Jaylen Brown (knee) is set to return from a three-game absence, but with Hauser sidelined, Baylor Scheierman should continue to hold down a spot in the Boston rotation.
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Celtics' Sam Hauser: Questionable for Monday
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Hauser is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Kings due to low back stiffness.
Hauser is coming off an impressive spot start in Sunday's 129-116 win over the Trail Blazers, finishing with 24 points (8-11 FG, 8-10 3Pt), three rebounds and one block in 39 minutes. He could be held out for maintenance purposes in the second leg of the Celtics' back-to-back set, however. Official word on Hauser's status will arrive closer to the 10 p.m. ET tipoff.
