Celtics vs. Nets – Preseason Preview

The Boston Celtics are in New Jersey to play the Nets for tonight’s game and will return home Wednesday to close out their preseason schedule against the Raptors at the Garden. Celtics captain Paul Pierce is not playing in tonight’s game because of an infection on his left hand’s middle finger. He will be examined by team physicians and is now on the injury report and listed as ‘day to day’. Delonte West is expected to play as Wally Szczerbiak’s backup off the bench. The Celtics scored a 94-90 decision in last Wednesday’s win over the Nets, mounting a comeback against New Jersey’s reserves in the fourth quarter.