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Is Jaylen Brown the Best Two-Way Player In the NBA?

Is Boston Celtics Guard Jaylen Brown the best two-way player in the NBA? Brown, 29, has been making headlines just days after the Celtics’ 146-115 blowout of the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday.

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The Quiz of the Day

Boston Celtics cap Q&A with former CelticsBlogger and Spotrac’s Keith Smith

I think by now most understand the dangers of the dreaded 2nd apron. However, I’ll sheepishly admit that I may have missed the differences between the 1st apron and the luxury tax lines.

NBA News / thePeachBasket / January 6

Boston Celtics Dominate Chicago Bulls in 115-101 Victory

The Boston Celtics showcased their offensive firepower and defensive prowess in a commanding 115–101 victory over the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden. From the opening quarter, the Celtics established dominance, racing out to a 31–14 lead that set the tone for the rest of the game.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / January 6

10 Takeaways from Celtics solid win over Bulls

Coming off of the Celtics vs. Clippers masterful shooting display where both teams played one of the best offense games of the season, Boston went back home to face the Bulls where both teams put up the most offensive shooting game of the season.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'NBA Christmas Day triple-doubles' quiz

The '60-point NBA games' quiz

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / January 6

Celtics turned “tired” start vs. Bulls into a “competitive spirit” showcase

BOSTON — Fresh off a season-high five-game road trip, the Boston Celtics weren’t themselves right away. Even against the No. 9-seeded Chicago Bulls, it took a while to reacclimate on Monday night.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / January 6

'Hell of a Ball Player' – Boston Celtics’ Sixth Man Draws Plaudits for His Hot Shooting Night in Win Vs. Chicago Bulls

Anfernee Simons provided a massive spark off the bench in the Boston Celtics’ 115-101 home win over the Chicago Bulls on Monday night. The 26-year-old guard contributed a team-high 27 points, three rebounds, three assists, and eight three-pointers on 9-for-16 shooting in 27 minutes of action.

Boston Celtics News / BasketballNews.com / January 6

Jaylen Brown, Joe Mazzulla keeping Celtics relevant sans Jayson Tatum

There was always going to be a reckoning for the Boston Celtics. When Jayson Tatum went down with a torn Achilles during last year’s playoffs, the immediate question wasn’t just how long Boston would be without its franchise star – but what the Celtics would look like in his absence.

Jaylen Brown News / thePeachBasket / January 6

Jaylen Brown Celtics Performance: Explosive Plays & Leadership Breakdown

Jaylen Brown Just Sent the NBA a Message! The world of basketball has been rattling with excitement as Jaylen Brown, the Boston Celtics‘ young star, is rapidly establishing his dominance.

Payton Pritchard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 5

Celtics’ Payton Pritchard beats the buzzer over 3 Bulls players

Payton Pritchard had an impressive highlight to close out the first half of the Boston Celtics’ matchup against the Chicago Bulls on Monday night. Pritchard is going through the sixth season of his NBA career with the Celtics.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 5

Anfernee Simons explodes in second half as Celtics beat Bulls

It was a tale of two halves for Simons on Monday night.

Anfernee Simons drops 8 threes to help Celtics tame Bulls

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'NBA's youngest 35-point scorers' quiz

Anfernee Simons News / Field Level Media / January 5

Anfernee Simons drops 8 threes to help Celtics tame Bulls

Anfernee Simons made eight 3-pointers and scored a game-high 27 points to help the Boston Celtics extend their winning streak to four games by beating the visiting Chicago Bulls 115-101 on Monday night.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / January 5

Boston Celtics Dominate the Chicago Bulls

For the first 24 minutes on Monday night, the Boston Celtics looked exactly like a team battling heavy legs and jet lag. Fortunately for them, the Chicago Bulls looked even worse.

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The 'Last 4K-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz

The 'TE receiving leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Leading receivers vs. each NFL team' quiz

Joe Mazzulla News / Bleacher Report / January 5

Watch: Joe Mazzulla's response

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 5

Celtics’ Jaylen Brown receives ‘MVP’ praise from Bulls coach Billy Donovan

BOSTON — Ahead of the 2025-26 regular season, a lot of people were doubting the Boston Celtics. Many wondered how’d they fare without six-time All-Star Jayson Tatum healthy and if their new signings could make up for their significant offseason losses.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / January 5

Two Maine Celtics Could Be in the Mix for Contracts in Boston by Season's End

You never know what Boston Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens will do at a given NBA trade deadline. Sometimes, he makes a splash, like landing Derrick White.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / January 5

Joe Mazzulla Predicted to Make Unpopular Lineup Decision When Jayson Tatum Returns

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla has a good problem on his hands: he has more than five starter-worthy players on his roster. When Jayson Tatum returns from his Achilles tendon tear, that'll create a healthy competition to remain in the starting lineup.