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Celtics, Heat get opposite Giannis Antetokounmpo trade updates

Antetokounmpo rumors will continue to dominate NBA headlines over the summer, but two teams just got opposite updates on their chances of landing the star.

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Proposed Rockets Trade Package for Jaylen Brown Could Force the Celtics Into a Difficult Decision

The Houston Rockets had all of us in a chokehold by landing Kevin Durant. But could they be plotting their next power move? Quoting a Gossip Girl-style storyline, the biggest secrets never stay hidden for long, and Jaylen Brown’s name is making the rounds in Houston.

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / June 7

One Valuable Lesson Boston Celtics Fans Can Learn From the New York Knicks

The New York Knicks being two wins away from a title isn’t the most shocking thing in the world. They were considered among the favorites heading into the season, and generally somewhere in the top five in preseason championship odds . At the same time, this has been anything but a smooth run to the NBA Finals for the Knicks.

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.

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The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

How many of the most recent players to score at least 30 points in an NBA Finals game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?NOTE: The Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, have never made the NBA Finals, while no Kings player scored 30 in their lone appearance (1951).

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Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 6

Is Celtics trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo worth sacrificing Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown’s next era?

Before Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown called 2025-26 his “favorite year” on a live stream after losing Game 7 of their first-round series against the Philadelphia 76ers, Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo praised Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla.

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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.

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.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / June 5

The Celtics need to catch up with the Knicks

When the Celtics entered the 2025 2nd round vs. the Knicks, it felt like they were on a different level than New York. That was proven wrong and since that point, it has become clear that it is New York who is on a different level than Boston.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / June 5

Three bigs that could be at #27 for the Celtics

Barring a trade involving the selection, the Boston Celtics are currently slated to hold the 27th overall selection in the 2026 NBA Draft. This will mark just the second time in franchise history that the team has selected from this exact draft position.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / June 4

2 key Celtics assistant coaches in the mix for NBA head coach positions next year

Celtics assistant coaches Tony Dobbins and Tyler Lashbrook could both become NBA head coaches next season. Lashbrook is a finalist for the Portland Trail Blazers head coach position, while Dobbins is in the mix for the Dallas Mavericks head coach position.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 4

Celtics’ Jaylen Brown’s $5 million penthouse on market as trade rumors swirl

Fresh off a career year, Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown has been rumored as a trade candidate this offseason. The New Orleans Pelicans, Atlanta Hawks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Houston Rockets all have reported interest in trading for the Cal product, who just finished fourth in the NBA in scoring (28.7 points per game).

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 4

Rockets’ Godfather Jaylen Brown trade offer that would force Celtics to consider blockbuster

The Houston Rockets were the centerpiece of the biggest trade in NBA history last year, a seven-team deal that landed them Kevin Durant. Even after landing one of the best players in NBA history, Houston wasn’t able to get past the first round of the playoffs.

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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.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / June 4

NBA Notes: Celtics, Jaylen Brown, Clippers, Cavs, James Harden

The Celtics continue to be linked to offseason questions surrounding Jaylen Brown’s future. While there has been no indication Boston is actively shopping Brown, speculation about a possible blockbuster trade has resurfaced following a disappointing season and reports suggesting Brown may be unhappy with the current situation.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 3

Hawks’ Godfather Jaylen Brown trade offer that would force Celtics to consider blockbuster

This offseason is likely to see some big-time superstars switch teams via the trade market. While most blockbusters in recent years have seen superstars traded for draft capital, it is possible that some of the best players in the league will be swapped for one another this offseason.

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Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 3

Pelicans added to list of Jaylen Brown suitors

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown is eligible for a contract extension this offseason, and with it have come rumors, no matter how accurate or not, that the Celtics could look into a potential trade.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 3

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Celtics ‘intrigue’ keeps trade buzz alive

Trade speculation surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Boston Celtics continues to persist, with a recent report from The Athletic indicating there remains intrigue between the sides despite public efforts to downplay the possibility.

Jaylen Brown News / Hoops Wire / June 3

Report: Pelicans interested in trade for Celtics’ Jaylen Brown

The Pelicans appear to be searching for a major offseason splash. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, New Orleans has interest in Celtics star Jaylen Brown as trade speculation continues to swirl around Boston following its surprising first-round playoff exit.

Jaylen Brown News / Larry Brown Sports / June 2

Jaylen Brown is being linked to surprising new team

Jaylen Brown might end up on a team that has been doing a lot of losing in recent years. The New Orleans Pelicans have interest in acquiring the Boston Celtics star Brown via trade this offseason, Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer revealed during a livestream on Tuesday.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / The Lead / June 1

Celtics Can’t Afford to Overpay for Giannis Antetokounmpo

When a talent like Giannis Antetokounmpo becomes available, it’s organizational malpractice not to at least discuss a way to bring him in. Rumors about the Milwaukee Bucks superstar wanting out have circulated for years.

Ron Harper News / HITC / May 31

Dylan Harper opens up on advice from five-time NBA champion father after Game 7

Ron Harper knows the road his son Dylan Harper is trying to travel, having won five NBA titles across the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers dynasties.

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.

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