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BOSTON, MA - FEBRUARY 1: Ryan Rollins #13 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket during the game against the Boston Celtics during the 2026 Pioneers Classic Championship on February 1, 2026 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Chris Marion/NB...

Jayson Tatum sees LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers as good news for the NBA, even if it makes the Celtics’ road considerably harder. During an appearance on The Dan Patrick Show, Tatum said the league’s offseason movement has created unusual anticipation for the coming season. “I was just kinda excited for the NBA,” Tatum […] The post Jayson Tatum welcomes challenge of LeBron James joining 76ers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Celtics spent years insisting they didn’t have to choose between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Then they chose. Boston’s stunning decision to send Brown to the 76ers for Paul George and a package of draft picks ended one of the NBA’s most successful partnerships. Tatum and Brown reached six Eastern Conference finals together and […] The post NBA Preview: Celtics turn to Jayson Tatum after stunning Jaylen Brown trade appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 17: The sneakers worn by Vladislav Goldin #50 of the Miami Heat during the game against the Detroit Pistons during the 2025 NBA Summer League game on July 17, 2025 at the Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Candice Ward/NBAE via Gett...

Boston, MA - May 2: Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla talks during his postgame press conference. The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers played in the first round of the NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on May 2, 2026. (Photo by Danielle Parhizkaran/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) | Boston Globe via Getty Images I recently started reading Bill Simmons’ The Book of Basketball, 17 years after it was published and several days after my partner asked why a book about basketball needed to be r...

Al Jefferson believes his breakout 2006-07 season with the Boston Celtics ultimately changed the direction of his NBA career. Jefferson averaged 16 points and 11 rebounds per game that year, establishing himself as one of Boston’s most productive young players. He also says he remains the most recent Celtic to finish a season averaging double-digit […] The post Al Jefferson reflects on career-changing Celtics trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

While questions surround Paul George and the 2026-27 Celtics, one NBA insider is bullish on how Jayson Tatum and co. will measure up against the competition in the Eastern Conference. Ahead of Tatum’s first full season without Jaylen Brown and since his Achilles tear in 2025, he’s earned the benefit of the doubt. Three months […] The post How this NBA Insider believes Celtics could secure No. 1 seed in 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Knicks kept almost everyone who mattered during their championship run. Whether “almost” is enough to win another one is the question. In its 2026-27 Knicks preview, ESPN noted that nine of New York’s top 10 playoff rotation members are returning. The exception is Mitchell Robinson, who joined the rival Celtics after owner James Dolan […] The post ESPN: Knicks remain contenders, but repeat comes with warning signs appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Celtics added 38-year-old Mike Conley to provide veteran leadership and he has already started the process of mentoring his younger teammates, writes Souichi Terada of MassLive. Conley, who’s preparing for his 20th NBA season, said he’s been working closely with Payton Pritchard, offering advice on how a small guard can survive in the league […]

Pistons All-Defensive forward Ausar Thompson has agreed to a five-year, $155 million rookie-scale contract extension, sources told ESPN.

While one analyst questioned the Boston Celtics trading for Paul George in exchange for Jaylen Brown, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst sees the bright side for the most-storied franchise. As the dust settles from the Celtics’ blockbuster trade with the Philadelphia 76ers, looking ahead to the 2026-27 season, he’s giving Boston the benefit of the doubt. Considering […] The post Why Brian Windhorst is still high on Celtics even after Jaylen Brown trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Here is a Celtics trade idea with the Nets that could give Boston an escape route from Paul George’s huge contract if things go wrong.

BOSTON - 1985: Larry Bird #33 of the Boston Celtics makes a move to the basket against the Washington Bullets during a game played in 1985 at the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1985 NBAE (Photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Yes...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 08: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics reacts during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena on March 08, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Celtics defeated the Cavaliers 109-98. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images Last season, Payton Pr...

Brad Stevens didn’t trade Jaylen Brown because Brown failed in Boston. He traded him because keeping the Celtics built around two maximum-salary, high-usage stars had become increasingly difficult. Stevens addressed the decision during an appearance on SiriusXM NBA Radio, explaining that Boston wanted greater depth and a roster capable of remaining competitive over an extended […] The post Celtics’ Brad Stevens on Jaylen Brown trade: ‘It was inevitable’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Celtics star Jayson Tatum on Thursday spoke directly about Jaylen Brown in an interview for the first time since his longtime former teammate was traded to Philadelphia in July, writes Mike Prada of The Athletic. Appearing on The Dan Patrick Show (Twitter video link), Tatum was asked about the biggest misconception the public has about […]

BOSTON — Russell Westbrook shocked everyone this summer when he announced his retirement from the game of basketball. After 18 strong seasons in the NBA, Westbrook officially left the game, doing so on his terms in an announcement video posted throughout social media. Westbrook finished his tremendous career playing with the Sacramento Kings last season, […] The post Exclusive: Zach LaVine tips hat to Russell Westbrook, calls him ‘one of the best humans I’ve met’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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