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Boston Celtics Fill a Roster Spot: Here's Their Path to Staying Under the Tax

The Celtics are trying to thread a needle with their two remaining roster spots, filling them according to league rules, and still staying under the tax

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10 storylines to follow in the second half of the season

It was a first half to remember for the Celtics, as they exceeded expectations en route to a 35-19 record and the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference.

Dalano Banton News / Hoops Rumors / February 19

Celtics To Sign Dalano Banton To 10-Day Contract

The Celtics, who must make two additions to their 15-man roster on Thursday, will fill one of their openings by signing free agent guard Dalano Banton to a 10-day contract, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

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The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most made three-pointers by NBA season' quiz

The '2025-26 NBA All-Stars' quiz

The 'NBA Slam Dunk Contest winners' quiz

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 19

Previewing the Celtics four game west coast swing

The Celtics have a treat coming out of All-Star break: a four-game west coast swing that includes games at the Warriors, Lakers, Suns and Nuggets and a back-to-back.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Jayson Tatum News / CelticsBlog / February 19

Jayson Tatum is the difference maker the Celtics need

It certainly seems like Jayson Tatum is going to play basketball for the Boston Celtics at some point this season. There has been no date set yet for a return and Tatum has not said he is going to play this season.

Boston Celtics News / BoxingNews.com / February 19

Jaylen Brown Eyes Post-NBA Combat Career

NBA player Jaylen Brown is eyeing a massive career pivot, confirming that he has already entered exploratory talks with Dana White about transitioning to combat sports after his from basketball career.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / February 18

Former Celtics champion’s injury status in question in Warriors game

SAN FRANCISCO — When the Celtics face the Warriors on Wednesday, Al Horford and Kristaps Porzingis could both face the Celtics for the very first time since their respective tenures in Boston ended last summer.

Boston Celtics News / Fadeaway World / February 18

Ron Harper Hails Scottie Pippen As The Best Small Forward Ever, But Says Michael Jordan Is Still The GOAT

Former NBA guard Ron Harper won five NBA championships in his career. As a member of the Bulls from 1994-1999, he was a part of the incredible dynasty that won six championships in eight years, and got to personally know Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 18

The One Boston Celtics Question That Could Shape Their Entire Offseason Plan

The All-Star break is almost over. The Celtics traveled to San Francisco on Wednesday, where they’ll begin a four-game Western Conference trip Thursday night. At 35-19, the Celtics hold a slim lead over New York and Cleveland for the second seed.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 18

Celtics guard Derrick White’s demand for No. 9 jersey after Nikola Vucevic’s $5 million offer

Upon his arrival, when Nikola Vucevic came from the Chicago Bulls’ trade to join the Boston Celtics, the veteran center wanted to take his No. 9 with him, which belongs to Celtics’ Derrick White.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Payton Pritchard News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 18

Payton Pritchard's Potential Back Door to Becoming a Boston Celtics Legend

The Anfernee Simons trade may have, as Brad Stevens put it, re-balanced the roster, but it left the Celtics short a ball-handler. Joe Mazzulla’s starting

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 18

What are your thoughts on the NBC Sports Boston crew? (daily topic)

Cheers to commentor 1130PAR for suggesting this topic. Keep ‘em coming! We Celtics fanatics consume a ridiculous volume of Boston Celtics content and the large majority of the game coverage is fed to us by NBC Sports Boston as the Regional Sports Network for the team.

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The 'Receiving leaders by NFL season' quiz

The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

The 'Multiple 20-assist NBA games' quiz

The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

Jayson Tatum News / Athlon Sports / February 18

Jayson Tatum's Status Update as Comeback Rumors Mount

Jayson Tatum's return to the Boston Celtics has been a major talking point in recent days, thanks in large part to a mix of updates that point to the possibility of his comeback.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 18

Mea culpa: I severely underestimated these Celtics

Back in October, before this NBA season began, did you perhaps open up a sports betting app on your phone and wager on how many wins the Boston Celtics would achieve?

NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 18

NBA Notes: Celtics, Jaylen Brown, Nets, Magic, Alex Morales

Jaylen Brown said the Celtics’ success this season has exceeded expectations, particularly after the team was widely viewed as entering a transition year.

Jayson Tatum News / Hoops Wire / February 17

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum has not yet decided on a return this season

Despite some buzz, Celtics star Jayson Tatum says he has not decided whether he will play this season. That came straight from Tatum himself, as relayed by Ramona Shelburne during an NBA on ESPN segment.

Boston Celtics News / The Spun / February 17

Jayson Tatum Is Reportedly Still Undecided On His Return To NBA

NBA fans shouldn't circle their calendars for a potential Jayson Tatum return just yet. Tatum has made commendable progress in his recovery from a ruptured Achilles suffered during the playoffs last May.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / February 17

Tatum shares emotional message following major step in recovery

Jayson Tatum shares emotional message following major step in Achilles recovery

Tatum tore his Achilles last postseason, and from the moment it happened, he made one thing clear: He wants back on the floor before this season ends.

Jayson Tatum’s possible return date from injury is revealed

Is NBA schedule change a hint at Jayson Tatum return date?

Report reveals how Jayson Tatum looked in G League practice

The all-time leading rebounder for every NBA franchise

The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

Boston Celtics News / Fadeaway World / February 17

Derrick White Demands $10 Million If Nikola Vucevic Wants His Jersey Number

As the Boston Celtics gear up for a title push this season, newly acquired center Nikola Vucevic adds to the team’s overall roster strength. While Vucevic’s addition has been a positive sign, a small overlap with Derrick White may raise some flags.

Paul Pierce News / The SportsRush / February 16

Paul Pierce Reveals the Reason He Chose to Stay in Boston Despite Getting Stabbed

Today, Paul Pierce is among the Boston Celtics’ long list of legends, but his career in Beantown was nearly cut short in the fall of 2000. He was out at a late-night spot in the city and was stabbed multiple times during a fight at the Buzz Club.

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / February 16

NBA's tanking problem fixed

Since the Boston Celtics had their tough stretch in the 1990's following the death of Reggie Lewis, I've always hated the NBA math of how sometimes you are better off rooting for your team to lose.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / February 16

Pierce explains why he refused to leave Celtics after near-fatal incident

Paul Pierce explains why he refused to leave Celtics after near-fatal 2000 stabbing incident

Pierce was 22 years old and still finding his place in the NBA when his life nearly fell apart in a single night.

Jaylen Brown News / Field Level Media / February 16

Jaylen Brown: Beverly Hills PD's account of event shutdown not true

When Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown spoke with reporters after Sunday's All-Star Game in Inglewood, Calif., the topic quickly went from basketball to an incident between Brown and the Beverly Hills Police Department a night earlier.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / February 15

Is NBA schedule change a hint at Jayson Tatum return date?

The Boston Celtics haven't made any announcements about the possible return of injured superstar Jayson Tatum, but did the NBA dropped a hint?

Jaylen Brown pitches new event to save NBA All-Star Weekend

Jaylen Brown accuses police of shutting down his event

Chris Paul retires: Where does he rank among 10 best point guards of all time?

The '3-Point Era playoff scoring leaders' quiz

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / February 15

Jaylen Brown accuses police of shutting down his event

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown accused Beverly Hills police of shutting down an event he was holding Saturday night without a good reason. Video emerged showing Brown being confronted by a police officer at a culture and leadership panel he was hosting in Beverly Hills during All-Star Weekend.