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Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 4

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum, Payton Pritchard land on injury report for Bucks game

The Boston Celtics face a potential setback ahead of Wednesday’s matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. Jayson Tatum and Payton Pritchard both landed on the injury report, raising questions about Boston’s lineup.

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 4

Celtics vs. Bucks: Jayson Tatum on Injury Report, Plus 3 Keys, and a Prediction

The Boston Celtics come home looking for a fifth straight win at TD Garden. They face a Bucks team that has lost three in a row and gives up more than 124 points a night.

Chris Boucher News / Hoops Rumors / November 4

Chris Boucher Joining Shanghai Sharks

Former NBA big man Chris Boucher is joining the Shanghai Sharks, according to Chinese basketball reporter Zhang Duo (Twitter link) and the Chinese Basketball Association (Instagram link).

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Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 4

The Celtics are showing progress attacking the rim, but there’s room to grow

In his season-ending press conference immediately after Boston’s first-round playoff exit, Brad Stevens made a comment about the state of the Celtics that reverberated through every offseason decision leading up to the start of the season. “I think one of the things that we’ve gotta figure out is how to have more impact at the rim,” Stevens said.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 4

The Celtics need more from Derrick White and Payton Pritchard

Over the past few years, the Celtics have seen a lot of guards come and go. Marcus Smart, Malcolm Brogdon, Jrue Holiday and Anfernee Simons have all come in and eventually been shipped out.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 3

Celtics injury report reveals team could be without two stars vs. Bucks

The Celtics could be without both Jayson Tatum and Payton Pritchard when they face the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night. Tatum, who hasn’t missed a game this season, is listed as questionable with rest.

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Mitchell Robinson News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 3

Mitchell Robinson's Frustrating Start Is Forcing a Tough Question for the Celtics

The Boston Celtics are 5-2, currently third in the East. They're fifth in the conference in scoring and third in point differential. Simply put, they're doing well.

Marcus Smart News / CelticsBlog / November 3

Celtics’ shooting woes got the best of them — as did Marcus Smart

The Boston Celtics already had their hands full on Monday night. No Paul George. No reprieve on the second night of a back-to-back on the road. Then came Marcus Smart.

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Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 3

Celtics vs. Rockets: 4 Things the Box Score Won’t Tell You About Boston’s 109-93 Loss

The Boston Celtics certainly had their chances, but they couldn't capitalize on any of them on their way to a 109-93 loss in Houston. The Celtics never led in this game, though they had five chances to move ahead and missed all five shots.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / November 2

Rockets snap Celtics’ five-game win streak, 109-93

The Houston Rockets hosted the Boston Celtics on a second night of a back-to-back, Monday night. Boston kept things close in the first half, but eventually ran out of gas in Houston.

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Mitchell Robinson News / CelticsBlog / November 2

Mitchell Robinson injury update: Celtics center leaves game vs Rockets

Mitchell Robinson exited in the first half of the Celtics game against the Houston Rockets with a left thumb sprain, but returned late in the second quarter after a stint in the locker room.

Paul George News / CelticsBlog / November 2

Celtics will be without star player vs Houston Rockets

The Celtics will be without Paul George when they face the Houston Rockets on Monday night. George will miss his first game of the season as he rests on the second night of a back-to-back.

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 2

Tired Celtics Test 5-Game Win Streak In Houston: Injury Report, 3 Keys, Prediction

The Boston Celtics arrive in Houston with five straight wins, but they're on a back-to-back and their third game in four nights. The Rockets, meanwhile, have had two days off, so they're rested and ready to defend their undefeated home record. Records: Celtics 5-1 (1-1 road); Rockets 6-1 (3-0 home) Tip-off: 8:30 p.m.

Boston Celtics News / HITC / November 2

'Just next level': Jayson Tatum shares what has blown him away about Paul George this season

Jayson Tatum and Paul George have formed quite the partnership since joining forces with the Boston Celtics. On Sunday night, the Celtics secured a 108-97 win against the Orlando Magic on the road, and Tatum showed why he is their star player once again.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 2

Jayson Tatum enhances Celtics legacy, matches franchise legends

He's currently averaging 28.3 points, 7.7 assists and 6.0 rebounds while leading the Celtics to a 5-1 team record.

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Paul George News / HITC / November 2

'I'm going to do': Paul George says there's only one thing he cares about right now with the Boston Celtics

Paul George is having a fine debut season with the Boston Celtics. The veteran was traded to the Celtics by the Philadelphia 76ers, who swapped him for Jaylen Brown.

Payton Pritchard News / thePeachBasket / November 2

Pritchard’s 30-Point Charge Powers Celtics Past Bulls, 125–111

The Boston Celtics came away with a 125-111 victory over the Chicago Bulls, using a standout scoring performance from Payton Pritchard and a strong all-around contribution from Jayson Tatum to secure their fourth win of the season.

Wyc Grousbeck News / Athlon Sports / November 1

In 2002, Wyc Grousbeck paid $360 million for the Boston Celtics; in 2025, he sold it in a deal valuing the team at $6.1 billion

Boston’s basketball history includes decades of championship banners, but the franchise’s business story took a new turn when Wyc Grousbeck led a group of investors into ownership.