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Despite wild rumors, Celtics have not agreed to a trade for Giannis

If Giannis Antetokounmpo is headed to the Celtics, that’s news to the Celtics. And probably the Bucks and Giannis, too. Despite some rumors making the rounds on social media (where else?), the Celtics and Bucks have not finalized or come close to agreeing on any sort of trade surrounding Antetokounmpo, multiple league sources told Hoops Wire.

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Celtics take significant step toward a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade

The Boston Celtics are taking a key step toward trying to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Bill Simmons of “The Ringer” said on his podcast that he had been told the Celtics made an offer for Antetokounmpo this past week.

Ron Harper News / Celtics Life / June 14

Ron Harper Jr. 2025-2026 season and playoffs highlight reel

Ron Harper Jr. appeared in 29 regular season games for the Boston Celtics this past season averaging 4.2 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 0.8 assist a game. Harper Jr.

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The NBA began awarding the NBA Finals MVP in 1969. How many of the winners since then can you name in six minutes?

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NBA News / Trade Talk Sports / June 14

The Boston Celtics Are Pushing to Land Giannis Antetokounmpo

Now that the 2025–26 NBA season is officially over, all attention shifts to what is shaping up to be another offseason full of activity. Nothing will draw more headlines than the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade sweepstakes, as the Milwaukee Bucks superstar is widely expected to be dealt in the coming weeks.

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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.

Bill Simmons News / CelticsBlog / June 14

Bill Simmons: “I think Boston is going to get Giannis.’

On his podcast, The Ringer’s Bill Simmons said he believes the Celtics are going to acquire Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo and thinks they’ll do it in the next week.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / June 14

Mock Draft Dive: Is Joshua Jefferson a ready-now power forward option?

Welcome back to the third edition of the Mock Draft Dive, where we’re looking at who draft pundits predict the Celtics to take in the upcoming draft. We are less than two weeks out from the draft, and with Giannis rumors swirling and the Finals close to their conclusion, everything feels up in the air.

NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / June 12

Giannis Trade Rumors: Teams Don’t Trust The Milwaukee Bucks In Negotiations

The Milwaukee Bucks may have unintentionally complicated their own offseason. According to reporting from Sam Amick and Eric Nehm of The Athletic, several front offices around the league have developed a “sense of distrust” toward Milwaukee after how the team handled Giannis Antetokounmpo discussions during the in‑season trade window.

Boston Celtics News / HITC / June 12

Giannis trade alert: The sneaky move that could make Boston champions

What stands out about the latest round of Giannis Antetokounmpo rumours isn’t Miami’s interest, which has been an open secret for a while. It’s the way Boston keeps popping up in the conversation anyway.

Jayson Tatum News / Athlon Sports / June 12

Jayson Tatum Q&A: Why Next Season Can’t Start Soon Enough

Jayson Tatum may not have been 100% during his return to action in 2026, but he sure fit back into the Boston Celtics’ lineup with ease. The 2024 NBA champion suffered an Achilles injury during the 2025 NBA playoffs against the New York Knicks.

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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.

Brad Stevens News / CelticsBlog / June 12

Translating Brad Stevens’ Press Conference Transcript

Back on May 6th, Brad Stevens conducted a press conference to discuss the end of the season and looking ahead to the offseason. It was a remarkably honest, straightforward, and at times, refreshingly frank session by a man that has often had to hide behind vague GM-speak (as the job usually requires).

Boston Celtics News / Total Pro Sports / June 12

Report: Celtics Would Reportedly Move Jaylen Brown in a Heartbeat if It Means Landing Giannis Antetokounmpo

Despite finishing in the top five in MVP voting in the 2025-2026 NBA season, the Boston Celtics are reportedly shopping around Jaylen Brown to teams. And according to a new report, if Giannis Antetokounmpo is the main prize, Boston would trade Brown in an instant.

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Jayson Tatum News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 11

Jayson Tatum makes honest admission after Knicks’ unreal Game 4 win

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum weighed in on the Knicks’ historic 29-point comeback victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. The New York Knicks were able to pull off a win after a tip-in by OG Anunoby to go up 3-1 in the series.

Jaylen Brown News / Hoops Wire / June 11

Celtics not showing signs of shopping Jaylen Brown

Despite ongoing speculation linking the Celtics to potential superstar trade scenarios, there appears to be little evidence that they want to move Jaylen Brown.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 9

NBA Rumors: Celtics, Nikola Vucevic, Knicks, Landry Shamet, Nets

Celtics Celtics veteran center Nikola Vucevic appears headed for free agency and quite possibly a new team. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, league observers consider it highly likely that Vucevic changes addresses again this offseason after finishing the season with the Celtics.

Neemias Queta News / The Lead / June 9

Neemias Queta’s Breakout Season Should Earn Him an Extension

When the 2024-25 season ended, the Boston Celtics were faced with frontcourt issues. With Al Horford and Luke Kornet departing in free agency and Kristaps Porzingis being traded to the Golden State Warriors, Boston needed to find help in the frontcourt.

Boston Celtics News / Ball Exclusives / June 8

REPORT: Boston Celtics Unlikely to Resign Major Trade Deadline Acquisition

After just a few months with the franchise, it appears as if Nikola Vučević will be parting ways with the Boston Celtics. In a report from Marc Stein, he stated that the offseason market for Vučević will likely be a competitive one due to his ability to stretch the floor.

Boston Celtics News / The Lead / June 8

The Celtics’ Championship Window Isn’t Closing Anytime Soon

The 2026 NBA playoffs have been eye-opening for the top championship contenders — especially the Boston Celtics. In a year where many expected the Oklahoma City Thunder to emerge as basketball’s next dynasty, the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs are dueling in the Finals.

Nikola Vucevic News / Total Apex Sports / June 8

Boston Celtics Expected to Move On from Nikola Vucevic After Short-Lived Stint

The Boston Celtics’ experiment with Nikola Vucevic appears to be ending almost as quickly as it began. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the veteran center is now “increasingly regarded as a certainty to switch teams this summer” after a fractured right ring finger derailed what was already a brief run in Boston.

Nikola Vucevic News / Fadeaway World / June 8

4 Potential Landing Spots For Nikola Vucevic In Free Agency

Although the NBA playoffs are still underway, many teams have already turned their gaze toward the next season. With an opportunity to make roster improvements, several teams may view the offseason favorably once the free agency window opens.

NBA News / HITC / June 7

Celtics guard makes heartwarming admission about brother Dylan Harper in the 2026 NBA Finals

Ron Harper Jr. understands better than most just how hard it is to carve out a role in the NBA, which made watching his younger brother Dylan Harper light up the Finals even more special.

Brad Stevens News / Boston Celtics on SI / June 5

One Element That Could Make This Summer a Little More Interesting for Brad Stevens

Brad Stevens has been running the Boston Celtics for five years, and he’s gone through a lot of changes in that time. He hired Ime Udoka and then suspended and fired him after his scandal.

Jayson Tatum News / Celtics Life / June 1

Jayson Tatum 2025-2026 season and playoffs highlight reel

Jayson Tatum’s 2025-2026 season was defined by his early comeback from his Achilles tendon rupture during last year's playoffs. Tatum missed 66 regular-season games, making his triumphant return on March 6th.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / May 29

Does a Boston Celtics Reunion with Robert Williams III Make Sense?

If there's one thing Boston Celtics fans love more than anything, it’s contemplating reunions with former players. Anfernee Simons had a nice stint with Boston last season and now there are a fair amount of people pushing to get him back.