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Jayson Tatum checked an important box this week. Monday’s practice with the Celtics’ G League affiliate marked the first time Tatum has participated in a full five-on-five scrimmage with NBA and G League players during his recovery from an Achilles tear, according to Shams Charania on NBA Today.

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The Most Important Games Remaining on the Boston Celtics Schedule

The Celtics are currently 35-19 and a half game ahead of the New York Knicks. There are 28 games left to play when they get back to it on February 19. Here’s a look at the most important remaining games on the schedule. April 9 at New York Knicks The first tiebreaker is head-to-head record.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 13

Celtics guard ready for the spotlight at NBA All-Star Weekend

LOS ANGELES — In a crowded room at the Intuit Dome, dozens of reporters from across the globe surrounded Ron Harper Jr. Several were from the Philippines, inquiring about whether the 25-year-old Celtic would ever consider eventually playing for the Philippine national team (he would).

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 13

Celtics star Jayson Tatum’s G-League showing has Ron Harper Jr. hyped

Boston Celtics guard Ron Harper Jr. said Jayson Tatum looked like himself during a recent G League practice assignment, fueling optimism about the All-Star forward’s potential return to the lineup.

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Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 13

Three Boston Celtics Who Stand to Lose the Most When Jayson Tatum Returns

Jayson Tatum can be publicly noncommittal about his return all he wants, but all the signs very clearly point to him coming back soon. And it’s not really a bold statement to say he’ll change things whenever he does.

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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.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 13

How Joe Mazzulla’s gratitude has fostered Celtics’ winning culture

BOSTON — Since becoming the head coach of the Boston Celtics in 2022, Joe Mazzulla has gained a larger-than-life reputation. Whether he’s talking about

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 13

Celtics Top-5 Highest IQ Plays of the Week

We’re back! Welcome to the Celtics’ Top-5 Highest IQ Plays of the Week! Sure, we love the high-flying dunks and the deep, off-the-dribble step-back threes, but this is a place for the under-the-radar plays that might not get the credit they deserve.

Boston Celtics News / Fadeaway World / February 12

Jaylen Brown Shares Stats That Prove Celtics Are Not Much Worse Without Jayson Tatum

Jaylen Brown has led the Celtics to a 35-19 record so far this season after last night’s 124-105 win over the Bulls. He has consistently averaged the most points per game on the team and dropped 24 points, four assists, and four rebounds last night while shooting 45.0% from the floor (9-20) and 22.2% from the three-point line (2-9).

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 12

Three Boston Celtics Who Stand to Gain the Most When Jayson Tatum Returns

Payton Pritchard News / thePeachBasket / February 12

Pritchard’s Career Night: 26 Points Lead Celtics Past Bulls 124-105 in Boston

In a thrilling matchup at the TD Garden in Boston, the Boston Celtics showcased their dominance over the Chicago Bulls with a decisive 124-105 victory.

Jaylen Brown News / EssentiallySports / February 12

NBA Legend’s Bold Jaylen Brown Claim May Finally End America’s 7-Year Drought

James Harden was the last American to win the NBA’s MVP. Since then, nobody born in the USA has reclaimed the top of the food chain. This season, the chants are again for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander or Nikola Jokic, depending on the Joker’s durability.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 12

Parquet Plays : Nikola Vučević played his best game in green

Nikola Vučević delivered his most complete performance as a Celtic against a familiar opponent—his former team. Heading into the All-Star break, Vuc ensured he left a lasting impression, finishing with 19 points, 11 rebounds, three assists, and two blocks in a poised, controlled outing.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 12

Grading the Boston Celtics, Joe Mazzulla, and Brad Stevens, at the All-Star Break

The All-Star break is here, and the Celtics are the East’s two-seed, with a record of 35-19. They have the league’s second-best offense and ninth-best defense, giving them a net rating of 7.5, third-best behind OKC and Detroit. By all measures, they are pretty good.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 12

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Payton Pritchard News / CelticsBlog / February 12

Payton Pritchard is excelling in a familiar role

Payton Pritchard spent the first 48 games as the Celtics starting point guard. Pritchard had never been a full-time starter, starting just 17 of 347 career games entering this season.

Nikola Vucevic News / CelticsBlog / February 12

Nikola Vucevic’s transition to Celtics is made easier by one old friend

BOSTON — Last Thursday, when the Celtics returned from Houston after a two-game road trip, the Celtics’ coaching staff didn’t go home from the airport.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 12

10 Takeaways from the Celtics bludgeoning of the Bulls

Nikola Vucevic did not have to wait long for a Revenge Game against the Chicago Bulls. In his third game with the Celtics, Vucevic dropped his second double-double of his Boston career finishing with 19 points, 11 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 blocks on 7-12 shooting from the field and 4-5 from three.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 12

Nikola Vučević “felt more comfortable” in Celtics-Bulls reunion

BOSTON — Nikola Vučević’s acclimation with the Celtics picked up Wednesday night. Since acquiring him ahead of last week’s NBA trade deadline, Boston has largely operated as usual.

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 11

Boston Celtics Cruise Past Chicago Bulls: Five reasons why they won easily

BOSTON — It was interesting timing to get a game between teams who traded with one another so soon after the deal, but we didn’t get any sort of big revenge battle.

Payton Pritchard News / Field Level Media / February 11

Payton Pritchard, Celtics extend Bulls' woes with runaway win

Payton Pritchard came off the bench to score a game-high 26 points and Nikola Vucevic added 19 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics to a 124-105 victory over the visiting Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night.

Boston Celtics News / The Lead / February 11

What Grades Do the Celtics’ Trade Deadline Moves Get?

Feb. 5 is now in the rearview mirror. In other words, another NBA trade deadline is in the books. This year’s edition featured some notable moves, like Trae Young and Anthony Davis both heading to the U.S.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / February 11

Paul Pierce reveals what would make Celtics favorites in the East

A lot of people around the NBA had the Celtics penciled in as a rebuilding team this season. But Boston is sitting at 34-19, second in the Eastern Conference, as of Wednesday.

Celtics announce major Jayson Tatum injury update

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Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / February 9

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.

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.