The Golden State Warriors will be without Draymond Green when they face the Boston Celtics on Monday night due to a left calf strain sustained against the Sacramento Kings. This will be Green's third consecutive game missed, significantly impacting the Warriors' defensive strategy and leadership. The Warriors are also missing Kyle Anderson, Jonathan Kuminga, and rookie Brandon Podziemski, which further weakens their lineup. This situation places added pressure on Stephen Curry to lead the team's offense against a fully healthy Celtics squad.

The Celtics, boasting stars like Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Kristaps Porzingis, are in a prime position to exploit the Warriors' defensive weaknesses. Given their depth and well-rounded team, they are expected to take advantage of Golden State's injuries. The Warriors, despite their history of resilience, will face a tough challenge against a dominant Celtics offense. Fans can anticipate a competitive game, but the Celtics appear to have the upper hand in this matchup.