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Joel Embiid finally returned Sunday night, and while the Sixers didn’t get the win, they at least got their MVP back on the floor. Embiid logged a season-high 30 minutes in his first game in three weeks, finishing with 18 points on 6-of-14 shooting in a double-overtime loss to the Hawks.

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla Gets Honest About Possible Jayson Tatum Return This Season

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla was bluntly honest about the likelihood of six-time All-Star forward Jayson Tatum returning this season. During last year's playoffs, Tatum tore his right Achilles tendon, which usually sidelines players for about a year, especially when playing it safe and conservatively.

Boston Celtics News / NBA Analysis Network / December 1

Jaylen Brown reacts to Payton Pritchard’s season-high 42 points vs Cavaliers, ‘Get out of the way’

Payton Pritchard scored a season-high 42 points as the Boston Celtics beat the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday. The point guard has started all 20 games for the Celtics this season after the departure of Jrue Holiday in the summer.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / December 1

Boston Celtics Blow Big Lead, Hold Off Cleveland Cavaliers 117-115

The Boston Celtics blew a 21-point third-quarter lead over the Cleveland Cavaliers, but were able to hold on to eke out a 117-115 victory on Sunday. Payton Pritchard scored 42 points, and Jaylen Brown had a triple-double to lead the Celtics.

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Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / December 1

10 Takeaways from Celtics nail-bitter win vs. Cavaliers

In a game where the Celtics were missing Neemias Queta and Derrick White on the second half of a back-to-back, Boston was able to go on the road in Cleveland and defeat one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference.

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Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / December 1

Jaylen Brown’s triple-double vs. Cavs spoke volumes, says coach Joe Mazzulla: “He cares about winning”

Celtics leader Jaylen Brown went from scoring 41 points on Saturday to just 19 on Sunday, but it was the weekend-closing performance in Cleveland that reinforced what Boston already knew.

Payton Pritchard News / CelticsBlog / December 1

Payton Pritchard breaks out, scores 42 points in the Celtics win

It had been a frustrating start of the season for Payton Pritchard, but in the Celtics 117-115 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday night, he finally had his breakout game.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / November 30

Cavs rally late, but can’t hide bigger issues in loss to Celtics

The Cavaliers can’t keep spotting teams 20-point leads. They can’t allow players such as Payton Pritchard to stroll into Rocket Arena and torch them for 42.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 1

Jaylen Brown leads Celtics to another surprising win over Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers were supposed to rule the Eastern Conference this season, while the Boston Celtics had a decimated roster. After Jaylen Brown had a triple-double in a 117-115 Celtics victory, Boston is 2-0 against Cleveland and only a half-game back in the standings.

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Boston Celtics News / Field Level Media / November 30

Payton Pritchard’s season-high 42 helps Celtics hold off Cavaliers

Payton Pritchard scored a season-high 42 points and Jaylen Brown collected his fourth career triple-double with 19 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists, allowing the visiting Boston Celtics to edge the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-115 on Sunday.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / November 30

Celtics hang on in Cleveland, beat Cavs 117-115

The Boston Celtics faced off against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena Sunday night. Boston rebounded after a tough loss in Minny last night with a well-rounded team performance to record a nail-biting 117-115 win.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 30

3 Celtics Stars Ruled Out of Cavaliers Rematch

The Boston Celtics will look to redeem a narrow 119-115 Saturday night loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves in their second straight road tilt in as many days, a clash against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

NBA News / Celtics Life / November 30

Celtics sputter in 2nd half to Timberwolves losing 119-115

https://www.nba.com/game/bos-vs-min-0022500293 The Celtics fall 119-115 against the Timberwolves in a game that was the tale of two halves offensively and a disaster for all 48 minutes defensively. After missing the previous game with an ankle injury, Neemias Queta returned to the starting lineup and did not disappoint.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / November 30

Celtics eager to find consistency in clash with Cavaliers

A historic performance by Jaylen Brown and a career-best game from Neemias Queta were wasted by the Boston Celtics in a 119-115 loss at the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday.

Jayson Tatum News / Hoops Wire / November 30

Celtics eye center help as Jayson Tatum quietly works toward return

The Celtics have some decisions coming as they look for center help, and two contracts may determine what’s possible. Brian Robb of MassLive writes that Boston could use Anfernee Simons’ expiring deal as a trade chip, even taking back a longer contract just to preserve flexibility for the summer.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 28

Celtics turn attention to sliding Wolves after snapping Detroit's run

The Boston Celtics snapped the Detroit Pistons' 13-game winning streak in their last game. Now, the Celtics are looking to build a winning streak of their own.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 28

Celtics Almost Signed Rival Free Agent Center During Offseason

The Boston Celtics' center rotation might have looked significantly different than it currently does this season. Over the summer, Boston ditched all of

NBA News / The SportsRush / November 27

'Harder on Ray Than the Rest of Us': Paul Pierce Gives Out His Reasoning for Beef Between Rajon Rondo and Ray Allen

Not many teams still have a better roster than the 2008 Boston Celtics. The core of Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen and Rajon Rondo served as one of the most star-studded groups in NBA history.

Boston Celtics News / The SportsRush / November 27

'Started the Beef Between Rajon Rondo and Ray Allen': Kendrick Perkins Recalls How Chris Paul Broke Up the ’08 Celtics

It wouldn’t be a stretch to call the 2008 Boston Celtics an NBA super team. Of course, the squad was not the first from Boston to win a championship. However, the feats they achieved that season, and things that they could have achieved had they not broken up, make the time a rather romantic period for the Boston faithful.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 26

Celtics outshoot Pistons to end 13-game winning streak in stunning upset

Getting more outside shooting, either from within or through a midseason trade, could elevate the Pistons from a team having a hot start to a team with a chance at a title.

Cade Cunningham had an absolutely horrible final 30 seconds vs. Celtics

Jaylen Brown showing he can be No. 1 option for Jayson Tatum-less Celtics

Brandon Ingram's game-winner extends Raptors' win streak to nine

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Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / November 26

Jaylen Brown showing he can be No. 1 option for Celtics

Jaylen Brown showing he can be No. 1 option for Jayson Tatum-less Celtics

Entering the season without star forward Jayson Tatum, the Boston Celtics seemed like an afterthought in the Eastern Conference, but guard Jaylen Brown is ensuring they remain relevant.

Cade Cunningham had an absolutely horrible final 30 seconds vs. Celtics

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