As for the Celtics, health issues plaguing the team in December have mostly improved in January, but they have to shake off their low-focus play that has plagued them since last month. Even the lowly Pels are a threat with how Boston has been playing.

The New Orleans Pelicans head to TD Garden to face the Boston Celtics in a non-conference matchup. The Pelicans are 7-31, which puts them in last place in the Western Conference. The Celtics are 27-10, which puts them in second place in the Eastern Conference.

The Pelicans star's impact has been more theoretical than actual. Is there anywhere but New Orleans that still wants to test that theory? McCartney, who led the Buffaloes to three Big Eight titles and a national title in 1990,

Take a look at the Boston Celtics vs. New Orleans Pelicans game with predictions, starting lineups, and injury updates.