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Jaylen Brown and Celtics Top the Magic in Boston 138-129

It was a game that felt like it had two different scripts. For three quarters, the Boston Celtics were writing a symphony of dominance. Then, in the fourth, they nearly penned a tragedy.

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Anfernee Simons is steadily rising — to the Celtics’ benefit and Joe Mazzulla’s satisfaction

Wearing a Celtics uniform has challenged Anfernee Simons in more ways than the 26-year-old could have imagined this past offseason. The transition from a cemented starter in Portland to a platoon contributor in Boston — coming off the bench but expected to deliver starter-level production — hasn’t been easy.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 24

Celtics bench trio shines against Clippers amid fluctuating minutes

BOSTON — In the Celtics win over the Los Angeles Clippers last Sunday, Anfernee Simons suited up for just 12 minutes. Josh Minott played 11 minutes, and Sam Hauser tallied a season-low 7 minutes.

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Jaylen Brown News / Field Level Media / November 23

Jaylen Brown (35), hot-shooting Celtics top depleted Magic

Jaylen Brown collected 35 points and the Boston Celtics avoided back-to-back home losses by beating the short-handed Orlando Magic 138-129 on Sunday night.

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Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

NBA News / CelticsBlog / November 23

Celtics hold off late comeback, beat Magic 138-129

Coming off a 113-105 loss to the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA Cup on Friday, the Celtics (9-8) caught fire with 80 points in the first half and held off a late comeback on the way to a 138-129 win against the Orlando Magic (10-8) on Sunday night.

Neemias Queta News / CelticsBlog / November 23

Neemias Queta injury update: Celtics announce center’s status

BOSTON — Neemias Queta hobbled to the locker room in the first quarter of the Boston Celtics’ game against the Orlando Magic. Queta had played the first six minutes of the game, tallying 6 points (on 3-3 shooting) and 2 rebounds, but came down limping after drawing his second foul of the game.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 23

Maine Celtics guard has career game as team wins 4th straight

The Maine Celtics are rolling after an 0-3 start to the season; the Celtics’ G-League affiliate posted a 129-119 win over the Delaware Blue Coats on Sunday afternoon to improve to 4-3 on the season.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 23

Celtics Rule Out 4 Players Ahead of Magic Playoff Rematch

The Boston Celtics find themselves about as healthy as they can reasonably hope to be this year heading into their third regular season encounter against the Orlando Magic.

Jaylen Brown News / Field Level Media / November 23

Jaylen Brown wants Celitcs to play with 'edge' vs. Magic

Jaylen Brown will be looking for more energy from his team when the Boston Celtics take on the visiting Orlando Magic on Sunday. Brown criticized his team's effort after Boston dropped a 113-105 decision to Brooklyn at home on Friday night.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 23

Celtics defense 101

In this switching defense world, you’d think that having a A+ stopper on your team wouldn’t be too important. Opposing teams could just scrape your team’s best defender off with a screen.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / November 22

Ten takeaways: Celtics fall to the Nets in NBA Cup matchup

The Celtics had chances to take control in Brooklyn, but never found the consistency needed to steal the game from the Nets. Boston flashed moments of good process and stretches of tough defense, yet the middle quarters — and a late Michael Porter Jr.

Jaylen Brown News / CelticsBlog / November 22

Jaylen Brown calls out “lackluster” Celtics effort in NBA Cup loss to Nets: “I don’t understand it”

Jaylen Brown wasted no time holding the Celtics’ feet to the fire on Friday night. Boston and Brooklyn met for the second time in as many games, this time on TD Garden’s lucky green NBA Cup parquet.

Ron Harper News / CelticsBlog / November 22

Maine Celtics guard just put together an all-time performance

Celtics two-way player Ron Harper Jr. has been on a tear — and a Friday night game at the Portland Expo was no exception. Harper Jr. poured in a G-League career-high 46 points for the Maine Celtics in a 113-111 win over the Delaware Blue Coats, hitting 16 of 26 shots and 7 of 14 three-pointers.

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NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / November 22

'Come Ready to Play or Don’t Come at All' – Boston Celtics Star Sends Strong Message After NBA Cup Loss Vs. Brooklyn Nets

Jaylen Brown was not in a good mood during the press conference after the Boston Celtics lost to the Brooklyn Nets with a score of 113-105 in the NBA Cup group stage yesterday.

Bill Simmons News / NBA Analysis Network / November 21

Bill Simmons raves about ‘jaw-dropping’ Boston Celtics star who has proved his credentials

The Boston Celtics appear to be treating this season as a gap year following Jayson Tatum’s injury. The team is currently navigating the season without Tatum, in addition to losing former All-Star caliber contributors in Kristaps Porzingis, Jrue Holiday, and Al Horford.

Jayson Tatum News / Fadeaway World / November 20

Celtics No Longer Feared Around NBA Amid Jayson Tatum’s Injury And Full Roster Gutting

The Boston Celtics have gone from one of the NBA’s most intimidating opponents to a team that no longer inspires the same level of fear. Around the league, scouts, coaches, and front office executives are shaking their heads at how quickly the franchise has slipped from contender status.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / November 20

Which Celtics Signing Stands Out After First Month Of Basketball?

The Boston Celtics are showing their depth in the opening thirty days of basketball. Despite losing veterans like Al Horford, Luke Kornet, and Jrue Holiday, the Celtics’ offseason signings are holding their own.

Luka Garza News / Celtics Life / November 20

Luke Garza discusses joining the Celtics and life threatening surgery during collegiate years

Back in 2018 Luka Garza had a life-threatening surgery to remove a nearly 10-pound benign cyst from his abdomen that was pressing on his spleen. The cyst grew over time, and the surgery was considered life-threatening because there was a risk of his spleen rupturing if the cyst ruptured, which could have been fatal.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 19

Celtics Reunite with Former Superstar Isaiah Thomas After Bitter Trade Divorce

The Boston Celtics have had many household and essential players who have played a role in what they've become today. The Celtics are arguably the best franchise not only in all of basketball but also in all of sports.

Boston Celtics News / Stadium Rant / November 19

The 25/26 Boston Celtics Are “Better & Worse” Than Stats Suggest

The 2025-26 Boston Celtics are a strange team. That’s not to suggest that fans expected much more of the NBA’s most winningest franchise 14 games into the regular season.

Boston Celtics News / Total Apex Sports / November 19

Boston Celtics Pull Away From Nets to Win Third Game in a Row and Move to 8-7 on the Season

It hasn’t been the seamless start to the season for the Boston Celtics, and the Boston faithful might have scripted in their minds. An 0-3 stumble out of the gate, followed by a recovery, then another dip—it’s been a season of fits and starts.

Joe Mazzulla News / Bleacher Report / November 18

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Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 18

Celtics rumors: Boston named as intriguing team scouring for trade opportunities, but there’s a problem

It’s still early in the NBA season, but that doesn’t mean that there can’t be any trade rumors going around already. With injuries affecting teams, there’s a chance that they could be looking for deals, and there are some players that could be shopped around.

Ron Harper News / Ball Exclusives / November 17