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Raptors Injury Report: Final status revealed on Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes vs. Celtics

Ingram (thumb) and Barnes (knee) won't be playing for the Raptors on Saturday in Boston.

Unfortunately, the Toronto Raptors will be significantly shorthanded this weekend.

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The team will miss their top two players on their upcoming matchup in Boston against the Celtics, as both Brandon Ingram (thumb) and Scottie Barnes (knee) won't be playing.

Ingram left early in the Raptors' last 97-96 win over the Charlotte Hornets after sustaining a right thumb sprain. X-rays showed no damage to his finger.

Meanwhile, Barnes suffered his knee injury in the fourth quarter but was able to return to the court and finish the game.

Ingram and Barnes carried the Raptors this season with a 23-15 record. They currently sit at the No. 4 spot in the East.

Ingram is averaging 21.8 points and 5.9 boards, while Barnes is dropping 19.1 points, 8.4 rebounds and 5.2 assists. Both Toronto stars haven't missed a game this season.

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