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Celtics to Face 76ers Without Joel Embiid After All-Star Suffers Concerning New Injury

The Boston Celtics will face off against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night — for already the third time in this young season — without their priciest player.

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Celtics receive positive injury news ahead of 76ers game

PHILADELPHIA — Sam Hauser is available to play in Tuesday’s Celtics game against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Celtics’ sharpshooter was listed as probable with a right wrist sprain on Monday night, but was upgraded to available after shootaround on Tuesday.

Luka Garza News / CelticsBlog / November 11

Luka Garza (and his father) have been working toward this moment forever

ORLANDO — When Luka Garza began high school, he was so unathletic that coaches plainly told his father, Frank, that basketball wasn’t going to work out

Jordan Walsh News / CelticsBlog / November 11

Jordan Walsh is starting to figure it out

When Jordan Walsh joined the Celtics as pick #38 in the 2023 NBA Draft and he was more idea than player. As a 19-year-old prospect with selling points of length, athleticism and motor, he was your textbook example of a project prospect. Since then, the flashes have been as exciting as they’ve been rare.

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Joe Mazzulla News / CelticsBlog / November 11

Parquet Plays : How the Celtics played perfect Mazzulla Ball in the clutch

“What’s our offensive philosophy? Create two-on-ones.” Joe Mazzulla said. His voice rose as he pounded the table for emphasis. “Find the two-on-one, make the right play against the two-on-one.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 10

Celtics, 76ers set for Round 3 after pair of one-point games

If recent history is any indication, the visiting Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers are destined for another close matchup Tuesday. This is already the third meeting this season between the Atlantic Division rivals.

Sam Hauser News / CelticsBlog / November 10

Celtics add player to injury report ahead of 76ers game

The Celtics have added Sam Hauser to the injury report ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers; Hauser, who has yet to miss a game this season, is probable with a right wrist sprain.

Jordan Walsh News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 10

Celtics’ Jordan Walsh’s ‘messy’ mic drop right before hero shot vs. Magic

21-year-old Jordan Walsh drained arguably the most pivotal shot in the Boston Celtics’ 111-107 victory over the Orlando Magic on Sunday, and issued an intense directive that might have fueled a career night.

Payton Pritchard News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 10

Celtics Star Sends Clear Message on Next Goal After Career Season

The Boston Celtics likely didn't expect Payton Pritchard to eventually become their starting point guard when they drafted him in the first round of the 2020 NBA Draft.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / November 10

Five Stats That Have Defined the Celtics’ Opening Month

The Celtics’ opening month has been a fascinating mix of grit, overachievement, and growing pains. Despite losing three key players from their 2024 championship team and missing franchise superstar Jayson Tatum, Boston remains competitive.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 9

Celtics rally in fourth quarter to split two-game set in Orlando

A fourth-quarter run and late flurry of 3-pointers helped the Boston Celtics take the second leg in a pair of road games with the Orlando Magic, 111-107 on Sunday.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 10

3 overreactions to Celtics’ middling start to 2025-26 season

Following the first 10 games of the 2025-26 NBA season, the Boston Celtics are in the middle of the pack. By many metrics, their start has been average.

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / November 9

Reviewing the 2026 Celtics through 10 games

We are 10 games into the 2025-2026 season, and the Celtics currently stand at 4-6, good for the 11th seed in the Eastern Conference. So far, the Celtics have played around expectations.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 9

3 Celtics Ruled Out for Rematch vs Magic

A trio of Boston Celtics players will miss out on the club's second game against the Orlando Magic in three days. Per Boston's official X account, the revamped Celtics sport a fairly clean injury report ahead of Sunday's rematch.

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Boston Celtics News / Stadium Rant / November 9

Josh Minott: Brad Stevens’ Hidden Gem

Ten games into the season, the Boston Celtics find themselves sitting one spot outside of the play-in tournament at the 11th seed. Following the potential season-ending Achilles tear to Jayson Tatum, the Celtics entered the season with tempered expectations compared to recent years of championship aspirations.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 8

Slumping Celtics seek revenge against Magic

After they squared off on Friday in NBA Cup group-stage play, the Orlando Magic host the Boston Celtics for the second time in as many games on Sunday.

Josh Minott News / The Lead / November 8

The Boston Celtics Should Extend Josh Minott

Josh Minott, who is set for a $2.8 million team option for the 2026-27 season, needs to be extended for the long term. After never starting a game in his first three seasons with Minnesota, Minott has been in the starting lineup 75 percent of the time for the Celtics in the early part of the campaign, and for good reason.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / November 8

NBA Legend Dwight Howard Has Unexpected Offer for Jaylen Brown

Jaylen Brown has received an offer from Dwight Howard amid his on-court struggles. The Boston Celtics star has been involved in at least three incidents

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / November 8

Orlando Magic Outlast the Boston Celtics In NBA Cup

The Boston Celtics, looking to assert their dominance in the new NBA Cup, walked into a buzzsaw in Orlando Friday night, falling to the Magic 123-110. It was a game that felt like a playoff rematch from last spring, only this time the Magic seemed to have found the cheat code.

Ja Morant News / Last Word On Sports / November 7

Celtics’ Next Big Move? A Swoop For Ja Morant

BOSTON — In the NBA, remaining still can be fatal. The best teams adjust, pivot, and seize unexpected openings. The Boston Celtics may now have that opportunity by pursuing Ja Morant in an unexpected swoop.

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / November 6

Celtics Rising: Why Boston Still Matters in NBA Futures Conversations

Picture Credit When Jayson Tatum ruptured his Achilles tendon during last season’s playoff run, many assumed the Boston Celtics’ upcoming season was effectively over.

Anfernee Simons News / HITC / November 6

Anfernee Simons shares his honest reaction to being traded to the Boston Celtics

Anfernee Simons is still settling into life with the Boston Celtics. The Celtics brought Simons over from the Portland Trail Blazers in a trade that sent Jrue Holiday the other way.

Jaylen Brown News / Yardbarker / November 6

Jaylen Brown reaches a level no Celtics player ever has before

While most experts are busy dismissing the Boston Celtics' chances to contend this season, Jaylen Brown is busy ignoring that noise and making history.

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Knicks offense starting to gel under new head coach Mike Brown

Cooper Flagg's absurd dunk should give Mavs hope for life after Luka Doncic

Klay Thompson gets demoted by Mavs

Another rival team has been linked to Grizzlies' Ja Morant in trade rumors

Congressional committee, NBA officials met to talk gambling scandal

Payton Pritchard News / Last Word On Sports / November 4

Are The Boston Celtics Making a Mistake Starting Payton Pritchard?

The Boston Celtics turbulent start to the season has created questions surrounding the reigning Sixth Man of the Year: Payton Pritchard. Can he handle the burden of scoring for a Celtics team missing their best scorer?

Baylor Scheierman News / Hoops Rumors / October 30

Celtics picking up 2026-27 option on Baylor Scheierman

The Celtics will exercise their team option on Baylor Scheierman‘s rookie scale contract for the 2026/27 season ahead of Friday’s deadline, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).