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Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / July 12

Chaos agents

The Summer Celtics don’t have a traditional point guard on the roster, a position usually relied upon to generate a little upheaval on opposing offenses.

Boston Celtics News / EssentiallySports / July 12

'Halle Berry Has Been Left': Analyst Gives Rude Awakening to Jaylen Brown for Complaints Over Celtics Exit

Jaylen Brown‘s time with the Boston Celtics came to an unceremonious end after a decade. Since then, the 5x All-Star has stated how disappointed and hurt he has felt.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / July 12

The Celtics filled the hole in their defense

In the wake of a franchise-altering Jaylen Brown trade, Brad Stevens spent the majority of his press conference hammering home the idea of optionality as a key to their path forward.

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Larry Bird News / CelticsBlog / July 12

The night my dad saw Larry Bird play—The History in Green

My dad was born a few years before the Boston Celtics, in 1943, and he grew up playing basketball in the small town of Forestburg, South Dakota. His parents had traveled with his father’s construction crew in his early years, but settled down near the farm where his mother grew up when he reached school age.

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The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars

At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.

Boston Celtics News / HITC / July 12

Kevin Garnett explains exactly why Boston Celtics will regret Jaylen Brown trade

Jaylen Brown’s trade to the Philadelphia 76ers has led to a concerning warning from Kevin Garnett. For the first time in a decade, Jaylen Brown will wear an NBA jersey other than the Boston Celtics after getting traded to the Philadelphia 76ers.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 11

Amile Jefferson Joins His Celtics Players Chasing an NBA Dream at Summer League

LAS VEGAS — As the Boston Celtics were wrapping up their first practice ahead of the Las Vegas Summer League, a few of the young C’s with pogo sticks for legs decided to put on a quick dunk contest.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / July 11

Inside Joe Mazzulla’s unorthodox offseason: an exclusive conversation with the Celtics head coach

LAS VEGAS — After the Celtics’ first Summer League game, Joe Mazzulla rushed to the back of the gym and jokingly put Jordan Walsh in a headlock. The two burst into laughter.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / July 11

Fifteen thoughts on the Celtics’ Summer League opener

That was quite a start to Summer League, huh? The Celtics outlasted the Raptors, 83-80, in an overtime thriller Friday night in Las Vegas. Amari Williams led the way with an emphatic 23 points and 13 rebounds.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / July 11

Brick by brick: 10 Takeaways from the Celtics’ Summer League opener

It’s been a while since I wrote the 10 Takeaways. The last time I took these on for an entire season, the Boston Celtics won a championship. Since then, you’ve had some amazing writers bringing you their thoughts and analysis after games.

Boston Celtics News / EssentiallySports / July 11

Joe Mazzulla Addresses Concerns Over Jaylen Brown’s Replacement After 76ers Trade

The shadow of Jaylen Brown still looms large over the Boston Celtics’ shift in franchise identity. The team’s president and owner have spoken following the blockbuster trade that sent the All-Star wing to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George.

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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.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 11

Breaking Down the Celtics Summer League Win Over Toronto: Hugo Gonzalez, Chris Cenac Jr., Amari Williams

LAS VEGAS — The Boston Celtics kicked off their summer league with a very summer league game where they shot terribly early on, got blocked a ton, then came back once the shots started falling.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / July 11

'When KD Left Golden States': Kevin Garnett Makes Feelings Clear on Jaylen Brown Trade to 76ers

The Boston Celtics legends Robert Parish and Paul Pierce have already questioned the franchise for trading Jaylen Brown to the rival 76ers. President of Basketball Operations called it a business decision to move on from the five-time All-Star.

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Jaylen Brown News / CelticsBlog / July 11

Celtics teammates react to Jaylen Brown trade: “A guy that you can’t replace”

LAS VEGAS — Derrick White was home with his wife when he found out that Jaylen Brown, one of his longest-tenured teammates, had been traded. “It’s tough to see someone get traded, and JB’s been an amazing teammate, amazing friend to me, and kind of welcomed me when I got traded to Boston,” he said.

Jayson Tatum News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 11

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum has perfect reaction to ex-teammate coaching Summer League

Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum is proud to see one of his former teammates coaching in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Tatum is gearing up for the 10th year of his career with the Celtics, being fully healthy for the upcoming campaign.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / July 10

Summer Celtics prevail in overtime thriller over Raptors, 83-80

The Summer Celtics took on the Toronto Raptors in the 9pm slot at the Pavilion, Las Vegas Friday night. Game 1 of the 2026 Summer League tournament. The

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 10

Watch Celtics’ Jayson Tatum put in work with Joe Mazzulla in Las Vegas

Jayson Tatum is preparing himself for an intriguing season of his NBA career with the Boston Celtics. This even saw him do a workout alongside head coach Joe Mazzulla ahead of the 2026-27 season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 10

Could Donovan Mitchell suffer same fate as Jaylen Brown?

Could Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell suffer same fate as Jaylen Brown?

The modern NBA equivalency is this: a supermax-contracted star traded for purely financial reasons. We’ve seen a series of players move on for ostensibly non-basketball reasons over the past few years, the latest being Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown’s shocking trade to the Philadelphia 76ers.

Jaylen Brown following trade to 76ers: 'There's no loyalty' in NBA

'Grateful' Jayson Tatum finally addresses Jaylen Brown trade

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LeBron James' free-agency decision is holding up another All-Star signing

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NBA News / Yardbarker / July 10

Jaylen Brown following trade to 76ers: 'There's no loyalty' in NBA

The Boston Celtics recently sent Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in a bombshell blockbuster.

'Grateful' Jayson Tatum finally addresses Jaylen Brown trade

Celtics' Jayson Tatum speaks on Jaylen Brown trade after unflattering report emerges

Jaylen Brown's interaction with young fan after trade from Celtics to 76ers will warm your heart

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Dalano Banton News / Hoops Rumors / July 9

Celtics Waive Dalano Banton

The Celtics have waived guard Dalano Banton, the team confirmed (Twitter link). The news was first reported by Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe (Twitter link).

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 9