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Bill Simmons Drops Surprising Claim About Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Boston Celtics

There has been much buzz around Giannis Antetokounmpo linking him to surprising teams. But there has not been a single confirmation, none. While analysts

Boston Celtics News / Stadium Rant / May 22

Celtics 2026 Offseason Plan

Following a first-round playoff exit to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Boston Celtics could be primed for significant changes heading into the 2026 offseason.

Sam Hauser News / CelticsBlog / May 22

CelticsBlog exit interview: Sam Hauser has maxed out his role

For the first time since he was a sophomore in high school, Sam Hauser finished a season of basketball shooting under 40% from three. At 39.3%, we’re just shy of being able to morally round up, and thus a brilliant streak of shotmaking has come to an end.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz

How many of the players to score 35 points, dish out five assists and haul in five rebounds in a Conference Final game at least once can you name in six minutes?

The '600-point NBA postseasons' quiz

The 'Last 40-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

The 'Active NBA Playoff 3's leaders' quiz

Boston Celtics News / The Lead / May 21

NBA Conference Finals Are Exposing Celtics’ Frontcourt Weakness

As the NBA playoffs continue without the Boston Celtics, the flaws in their roster construction are becoming harder to ignore. Victor Wembanyama, the 22-year-old, 7-foot-4 phenom, is going toe-to-toe with one of the best defenses in league history against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / May 21

What Boston Celtics Pre-draft Workouts Could Say About Upcoming Draft Strategy

The NBA draft is about a month away, and the Boston Celtics will be selecting 27th and 40th, barring any trades. Brad Stevens has found success in that range, picking Hugo Gonzalez 28th last season and Baylor Scheierman at 30 the year before. Still, drafting in that range is always a bit of a crap shoot.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 22

Jaylen Brown is being linked to two teams in trade rumors

Jaylen Brown’s trade market appears to be heating up.

The 'Active NBA 40-point game leaders' quiz

Boston Celtics News / EssentiallySports / May 21

'Makes Us All Look Bad': Stephen A. Smith’s ‘Mob Boss’ Behavior Towards NBA Star Gets Called Out as Jaylen Brown Beef Escalates

It started in 2024 when Stephen A. Smith went on air and said an NBA source had told him a Finals MVP wasn’t “marketable” because of his attitude. The

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / May 20

5 Players the Boston Celtics Could Consider With the 27th Pick in the NBA Draft

The Boston Celtics are picking 27th in the NBA draft, which is happening over two days, on June 23 and 24. Historically, the late 20s is a tough place

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / May 20

The Celtics have scheduled 3 more pre-draft workouts

The Boston Celtics have wasted no time ramping up their pre-draft process, scheduling three additional workouts with potential draft candidates. According

Jaylen Brown News / CelticsBlog / May 20

Jaylen Brown drops the mic—The Week in Green

One of my favorite Uncle Remus stories—in part because it’s one with a lesson I’ve too often failed to apply—is the story of Br’er Rabbit and the tar baby.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Payton Pritchard News / CelticsBlog / May 20

CelticsBlog exit interview: Payton Pritchard, Boston’s best bargain, is about to force a big decision

For most of the last two years, Payton Pritchard’s contract has been one of the easiest things on the Celtics’ books to celebrate. A four-year, $30 million deal signed in October 2023 for a guard who can shoot, handle the ball, push pace, scrap in the paint, bomb away from the logo and swing games by himself?

Brad Stevens News / CelticsBlog / May 20

Three possible paths for Brad Stevens and the Celtics this offseason

Math is hard. NBA math can be absolutely mind-dumbing even for “smart” people who write about the team. So when the cap experts talk, I like to listen.

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The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz

The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz

The 'NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'NBA steals-per-game leaders' quiz

Boston Celtics News / AirJordanChronicles / May 20

'It Was a War': Tiny Archibald Reveals Celtics’ True Biggest Rival

A truth about the 1980s Boston Celtics and their toughest battles was revealed by Tiny Archibald. For the legendary guard, the team’s most grueling playoff battles were against a familiar Eastern Conference rival.

Stephen A Smith News / The Spun / May 19

Nick Wright Accuses Stephen A. Smith Of Making 'All Of Us' Look Bad

Nick Wright challenged Stephen A. Smith for igniting another feud with a star athlete. Smith has instigated a war of words with Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown.

Boston Celtics News / AirJordanChronicles / May 19

Shannon Sharpe Addresses Stephen A. Smith-Jaylen Brown Controversy

Shannon Sharpe is never one to sit on the sidelines when sports media drama goes down, and the growing conflict of words between Stephen A. Smith and Jaylen Brown wasn’t going to let him pass without his take.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / May 19

Jaylen Brown’s gripe with ‘clickbait’ speaks to a larger crisis in sports media

Evolution is inevitable in just about everything, and sports are no exception. Sometimes you’ll get a Stephen Curry or a Victor Wembanyama, and it’s great.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 19

Ex-Celtics Prospect Heads to LSU After NBA Stint as NCAA-NBA Loophole Continues Growing

The NBA G-League remains one of the hottest pursuits for college basketball prospects. However, a former Boston Celtics prospect has taken a whole new route to return to the CBB after a relatively short stint in the NBA.

LSU Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 19

Will Wade back to old ways with controversial signing

Wade, in his second stint as LSU head coach, originally departed the university in controversy in 2022 following a prolonged NCAA investigation over recruiting violations.

The '20-point, 10-rebound playoff games' quiz

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / May 19

Yam Madar Reportedly Agrees To Deal With LSU

Israeli point guard Yam Madar has agreed to a lucrative contract to play college basketball at LSU, according to a report from Mozzart Sport. Israel Hayom previously reported that Madar was in advanced talks with LSU on a deal worth approximately $5MM.

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / May 18

Stephen A. Smith fires back at Jaylen Brown

Stephen A. Smith and Jaylen Brown are officially beefing. Smith had a fiery response to Brown’s latest jab, which saw the Boston Celtics forward dismiss the ESPN personality as a generator for clickbait.

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / May 18

Jaylen Brown has profane message for Stephen A. Smith

Jaylen Brown had zero love lost for Stephen A. Smith on the former’s latest live stream. The Boston Celtics star called out Smith on Sunday for being a clickbait artist rather than a real journalist.

Jayson Tatum News / Hoops Wire / May 16

Jayson Tatum eyes another title, as Celtics face key offseason decisions

Celtics star Jayson Tatum is thinking bigger now. A lot bigger. After entering last season simply hoping to get healthy and contribute, Tatum is already looking ahead to what comes next.

Boston Celtics News / The Lead / May 15

The Celtics Have Several Reunion Options in 2026 Free Agency

The pressure is on for Brad Stevens and the Boston Celtics’ front office. Last offseason, the Celtics dismantled what was projected to be the NBA’s most expensive roster ever ($540 million).

Boston Celtics News / Ball Exclusives / May 15

Boston Celtics Bringing Back Former Superstar in New Role

Since being traded for Kyrie Irving back in 2017, Isaiah Thomas has campaigned for a return to the Boston Celtics. Now, nearly 10 years later, Thomas is getting his wish as he will be rejoining the franchise as a pro and college scout according The Boston Herald.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / May 14

Celtics add Isaiah Thomas to scouting staff

The Celtics are bringing back a familiar name in a new role. Boston has hired Isaiah Thomas as a pro and college scout, according to Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe.