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Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla on locker room relationships: ‘This isn’t supposed to be summer camp’

Joe Mazzulla doesn’t expect his players to agree on everything. He doesn’t think disagreements automatically mean something is wrong, either. With Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s relationship drawing attention before Tuesday’s Celtics-Sixers matchup, Mazzulla offered a broader explanation of how NBA locker rooms work.

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DeMarcus Cousins rips Jayson Tatum’s ‘performative’ Jaylen Brown pregame stunt

Former NBA big man DeMarcus Cousins is questioning Jayson Tatum‘s intentions after the Boston Celtics star approached Jaylen Brown before their recent matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Jayson Tatum News / TWSN / November 12

Jayson Tatum Might Be the NBA's Best Player

Jayson Tatum is doing more than anyone expected this soon after his Achilles injury. He ruptured his right Achilles in May during the 2025 playoffs, and rather than sitting out all of 2025-26 as expected, he returned in early March.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 12

Jayson Tatum’s dunk on LeBron James featured the oddest coincidence

Tuesday’s clash between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pa., had it all, from Jaylen Brown and his bête noire, Jayson Tatum, to Paul George turning back the clock with a vintage performance and Tatum posterizing LeBron James.

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The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA blocks champions' quiz

The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

Joe Mazzulla News / Fadeaway World / November 12

Joe Mazzulla Explains Why NBA Locker Room Relationships Are More Complicated Than Fans Realize

All the talk in the lead-up to Tuesday’s clash between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena was about Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s relationship.

NBA News / Yardbarker

15 NBA non-lottery picks who outperformed everyone drafted ahead of them

The draft lottery is where you usually find the NBA's biggest stars. That's not always the case, though, as some later picks have proven to be some of the greatest players ever.

Neemias Queta News / CelticsBlog / November 12

Neemias Queta is eager to give Celtics more without neglecting his core duties

Four games in six nights across four different cities, capped off by a back-to-back. For Celtics center Neemias Queta, that required 22.5 minutes per game, including a season-high 31 minutes in Wednesday night’s road trip finale against the Raptors in Toronto.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 12

10 Takeaways from a chaotic Celtics win over Raptors

At the 5:24 mark of the second quarter, the Boston Celtics were down 22 points to the Toronto Raptors and this looked like it was going to be a long night.

WNBA News

Valkyries win WNBA title behind Gabby Williams' dazzling Game 7 performance

Game 7 trending as most expensive WNBA Finals ticket ever

Angel Reese manifests Dream's Game 6 WNBA Finals win after gutsy prediction

Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 12

Must Cs: Celtics complete 7-point possession during 16-0 run in Toronto

On the second night of a back-to-back and without Paul George (illness), the Celtics fell into a trap game with home just a puddle jump away after a four-game road trip.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 12

Isiah Thomas Says Jayson Tatum Isn't to Blame for Jaylen Brown Drama

When Jaylen Brown made it clear that he had issues with Jayson Tatum and refused to greet his championship-winning teammate before tip-off during the recent Boston Celtics-Philadelphia 76ers game, many applauded Brown for keeping things “real” rather than pretending to be on good terms for the cameras.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 12

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla pinpoints how Jayson Tatum lifted the team vs. Raptors

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum sparked a remarkable comeback against the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. The Celtics recently managed Tatum’s workload amid injury concerns and overcame a 22-point deficit to secure a 98-93 victory.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

NBA News / Trade Talk Sports / November 11

Paul George Stole the Show: Tatum vs. Brown? Not So Much

There was a lot of attention on Tuesday night when Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown faced each other for the first time as opponents. After everything that happened between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers, fans were naturally curious to see how the two former teammates would handle it.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 11

Tatum, Celtics Stage 22-Point Comeback: 5 Things the Box Score Won't Tell You

The Boston Celtics, without Paul George, came out like a team playing their third game in four nights while the Raptors came out insanely hot from three to build a nine-point lead.

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The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 11

Raptors suffer historic home collapse in loss to Celtics

The Toronto Raptors surrendered the largest home lead in franchise history Wednesday, blowing a 22-point advantage in a 98-93 loss to the Boston Celtics at Scotiabank Arena.

Jaylen Brown appears to give Jayson Tatum cold shoulder in first matchup since trade from Celtics to 76ers

In the battle of Jayson Tatum vs. Jaylen Brown, Paul George was the real winner

Paul George's spotlight stealing game furthers case as a worthy Celtics co-star

Cavaliers' James Harden shows he can still take over in win over Knicks

Knicks may have no choice but to bench Mikal Bridges amid disastrous slump

The 'NBA Playoff 30-point teammates' quiz

Boston Celtics News / Fadeaway World / November 12

Celtics Come Away With Another Huge Win Against Eastern Conference Rival; 5 Key Takeaways

The Boston Celtics continued to make their presence felt in the Eastern Conference with another impressive victory, defeating the Toronto Raptors 98-93 in a competitive matchup.

Boston Celtics News / Field Level Media / November 11

Jayson Tatum guides Paul George-less Celtics past Raptors

Jayson Tatum logged 24 points, eight assists and seven rebounds and the Boston Celtics overcame a 22-point first-half deficit to earn a 98-93 road victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.

Jayson Tatum News / Ball Exclusives / November 11

Celtics Beat Raptors 98-93 as Tatum Scores 24

Jayson Tatum had 24 points and eight assists, and the Boston Celtics defeated the Toronto Raptors 98-93 on Wednesday night at Scotiabank Arena. The Raptors started fast, winning the first quarter 38-29.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 11

Celtics announce unusual starting lineup vs. Raptors

TORONTO — The Celtics will start Derrick White, Baylor Scheierman, Jayson Tatum, Neemias Queta, and Luka Garza on Wednesday night when they face the Toronto Raptors.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 11

How Celtics’ Paul George spoiling Jaylen Brown’s revenge game is a big win for Brad Stevens

Boston Celtics veteran Paul George drew first blood against his former team, scoring a season-high 36 points in a 123-101 blowout win over the Philadelphia 76ers, who traded with Brad Stevens for Jaylen Brown this summer.

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 11

Tired Celtics vs. Shorthanded Raptors: Injury Report, 3 Keys, and a Prediction

The Boston Celtics will take on the Toronto Raptors less than 24 hours after a 123-101 win in Philadelphia that gave them the top spot in the East. They’ll try to stretch their winning streak to five against a Raptors team again missing Scottie Barnes and Kawhi Leonard.

Payton Pritchard News / CelticsBlog / November 11

Payton Pritchard posted an underrated performance to power Boston over Philly

The game everyone in the basketball world had circled on their calendars has come and gone. Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics took on Jaylen Brown and the Philadelphia 76ers for the first time on Tuesday night, a matchup with some extra drama tacked on to the already existing Boston-Philly rivalry.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 11

Philly fans calls radio show from hospital hours after wife gives birth to complain about Celtics game

Philadelphia sports fans are known for their passion for their teams, but Corey from Germantown took it to the next level in a legendary call-in. 94WIP host Buzz was hosting postgame coverage of the Boston Celtics-Philadelphia 76ers game.

Stephen A Smith News / HITC / November 11

‘Just one…’ – Stephen A. Smith shares immediate reaction as Celtics easily beat Sixers

The Boston Celtics comfortably beat the Philadelphia 76ers 123-101, and Stephen A. Smith took to social media to give his two cents on the matter. The Boston Celtics have become the No.

Paul George News / Yardbarker / November 11

Paul George's spotlight stealing game furthers case as a worthy Celtics co-star

Enjoying a bit of a career renaissance as Jayson Tatum's new co-star in Boston, George, a nine-time All-Star, is averaging exactly 22 points, 5.2 rebounds and 3.8 assists through 10 games.

In the battle of Jayson Tatum vs. Jaylen Brown, Paul George was the real winner

Jaylen Brown appears to give Jayson Tatum cold shoulder in first matchup since trade from Celtics to 76ers

Celtics showed extreme disrespect to Jaylen Brown with 76ers trade — now he could make them pay

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 10

Paul George was real winner of Jayson Tatum vs. Jaylen Brown

In the battle of Jayson Tatum vs. Jaylen Brown, Paul George was the real winner

While the basketball world continues to litigate the Brown trade and all of its aftermath, don't forget about George. Clearly, he's still liable to punish anybody who does.

Watch: Brown blows off Tatum before first game against each other

Brown explains Tatum brush-off, admits frustration after loss

Joel Embiid suffers another injury during game against Celtics

Franz Wagner pours in 33 as Magic end skid with win over Kings

Rick Carlisle goes berserk after crucial no-call in loss to Mavericks

James Harden becoming an insurmountable problem for Cavaliers