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Projecting the Boston Celtics Starting Lineup and Rotation After Nikola Vucevic Trade

In some ways, Nikola Vucevic’s first two games with the Celtics have been “what you see is what you get.” He hasn’t shot the ball well yet, but he’ll pop out to the three-point line, he’ll make some nice passes, he’ll grab a few rebounds, and guys can toss it to him on the block against a mismatch.

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It Took Two Games For The Celtics To Have A Nikola Vucevic Issue

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics are tied for second in the Eastern Conference after getting blown out 111–89 by New York in a pre-Super Bowl matinee. It was Nikola Vucevic’s second appearance, but the Celtics already have an issue: his role off the bench.

Charles Barkley News / EssentiallySports / February 9

After Charles Barkley’s Absence, NBA Legend Issues Challenging Message to ESPN

Kendrick Perkins’ journey in the NBA started with the Boston Celtics. He spent seven seasons there and also won his only championship with them in 2008.

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The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 9

The Tape of Tonje: getting to know the style of Boston’s newest two-way rookie

Lost in the shuffle of a tax-ducking fire sale at the 11th hour was the acquisition of a new two-way player in rookie John Tonje. Part of the trade that

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / February 9

10 takeaways as Knicks snap Celtics’ 5-game win streak

Before Sunday’s 111-89 loss to the Knicks, the Celtics had been 7-1 when playing on a Patriots Super Bowl Sunday. According to statistician Dick Lipe, the lone loss came in 2015, when the Celtics scored just 75 points against the Heat.

Joe Mazzulla News / CelticsBlog / February 9

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla confirms trade deadline won’t disrupt team’s structure

Joe Mazzulla doesn’t intend to change much in the aftermath of this season’s trade deadline. Even after four trades that resulted in four departures, the Boston Celtics head coach is standing by the approach that has helped them climb as high as the No.

Jayson Tatum News / Hoops Wire / February 9

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum returns to controlled 5-on-5 work

Jayson Tatum is making progress, but the Celtics remain in no rush. Appearing on NBA Countdown, ESPN’s Shams Charania provided an update on Tatum’s recovery from the torn Achilles tendon he suffered during last spring’s playoffs.

Jaylen Brown News / Athlon Sports / February 8

Jaylen Brown, Celtics Take Action Over Concerning Defensive Trend

There are NBA players accused of manipulating offenses and officiating. According to the Boston Celtics, defenders can do that now, too — and their main target is Jaylen Brown.

Joe Mazzulla News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 8

Knicks just did something never seen in Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla era

On Sunday afternoon, the New York Knicks hit the floor for a big test against the Boston Celtics, looking to bounce back from Friday’s loss to the Detroit Pistons.

Kendrick Perkins News / Celtics Life / February 8

Perkins: 'Celtics are the most dangerous team in the NBA

Former Boston Celtics championship center Kendrick Perkins showered the current squad with a ton of praise prior to today's match-up with the Knick. Perkins not only called the Celtics the most dangerous team in the NBA, but also added that if the season ended today Jaylen Brown would be his vote for the league's MVP award.

NBA News / Celtics Life / February 8

Watch: New York Knicks 111, Boston Celtics 89 highlights

Extended highlights and box score from this afternoon's Celtics loss to the Knicks in Boston. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 31 points and 8 assists, ending Boston's five-game winning streak and moving New York into a tie with the Celtics for second place in the Eastern Conference.

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The 'Super Bowl coaches since 2000' quiz

The 'Super Bowl halftime show artists' quiz

The 'NFL active TD-pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / February 8

Jayson Tatum injury update changes outlook for Celtics’ season

Tatum has hit another milestone in his comeback from a torn right Achilles.

Jalen Brunson leads scorching Knicks past Celtics

The 'Most 50-point NBA games' quiz

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 8

Boston Celtics Crushed by New York Knicks: Five Reasons They Lost, Including Their Worst Shooting of the Season

BOSTON — The Celtics had another tough day at the office, starting cold again but this time never being able to recover and make a comeback. They did get it close in the third quarter, but the Knicks ran away with it after that.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / February 8

Knicks pull away from Celtics in 111-89 victory

Late in the fourth quarter Sunday, with the outcome of Celtics-Knicks decided, simultaneous “Let’s go, Pats!” chants and boos from Knicks fans echoed throughout TD Garden.

Jayson Tatum News / Hoops Rumors / February 8

Jayson Tatum Begins 5-On-5 Work, Still No Return Timeline

Appearing on NBA Countdown (Twitter video link), ESPN’s Shams Charania provided an injury update on Celtics star Jayson Tatum ahead of Sunday’s game vs.

Kendrick Perkins News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 8

Kendrick Perkins hits Celtics with bold ‘most dangerous’ proclamation

The Boston Celtics have been one of the most surprising teams in the NBA this year, sitting at 34-18 ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the New York Knicks.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 8

Brad Stevens solidifying Celtics frontcourt clears a path for Jayson Tatum’s return

The Boston Celtics’ most significant move at the trade deadline was landing Nikola Vucevic in a deal with the Chicago Bulls for Anfernee Simons, which should set the stage for All-Star Jayson Tatum’s return this season.

NBA News / EasySportz / February 8

New York Knicks vs. Boston Celtics Preview

A Sunday matinee at TD Garden always carries extra weight, and this one feels especially important. The New York Knicks and Boston Celtics meet for the third time this season with the series tied 1–1, and both teams sitting near the top of the Eastern Conference standings.