The Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks head into their matchup in the second round of the NBA playoffs after dominant first-round victories. They also are dealing with injuries to key players. Jaylen Brown is dealing with a hamstring issue and Khris Middleton suffered an MCL sprain.

Unfortunately for the Bucks, Middleton will almost certainly not be good to go in the series against the Celtics. His scoring will be missed by Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jrue Holiday and Milwaukee. The Bucks will need their other stars and perimeter shooters to step up in order to overcome the tough Celtics defense.

The Celtics have better luck with their star wing. Brown said that he should be able to play in Game 1 against the Bucks. He explained that the time off after defeating the Brooklyn Nets allowed him to get right for Sunday afternoon's contest. Head coach Ime Udoka said that everything with his rehab is going in the right direction.

Brown's scoring will be huge for Boston as they look to take down the Bucks. He averaged 23.6 points per game against the Nets and was one of just two Celtics players, along with Jayson Tatum, to average over 15 points per game in that series.

Against Milwaukee, Brown will also play a key part in slowing down Antetokounmpo. The Celtics will need every single body they can get.

The Celtics have a prime opportunity to get back to the Eastern Conference Finals. Game 1 against the Bucks tips off from TD Garden at 1:00 on Sunday.