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Hugo Gonzalez's Career Game Leads Celtics Over Bucks: Why They Won and Player Grades

Hugo Gonzalez's Career Game Leads Celtics Over Bucks: Why They Won and Player Grades

The Celtics were without Jaylen Brown and Neemias Queta, and Giannis Antetokounmpo made his return after missing five weeks with a calf strain, but none of that matter.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 2
Celtics spoil Giannis Antetokounmpo's Bucks return with monster game 

Celtics spoil Giannis Antetokounmpo's Bucks return with monster game 

With the return of a legend garnering most of the conversation entering Monday's matchup between the Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks, it was a rookie who took over the night. 

Wizards finally set a date for Trae Young’s debut
Young gets ejected before his first game with the Wizards
Kevin Durant gets baited into the silliest technical foul
The all-time leading rebounder for every NBA franchise
The 'NBA franchise leading scorers' quiz
NBA News / CelticsBlog / March 2

Celtics breeze past Bucks, 108-81, as Prove-It Unit takes over

The Celtics didn’t have their usual stars on hand Monday night against the Milwaukee Bucks, but like many nights this season, it didn’t matter. The Prove-It Unit made a statement.

Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 200-career 30-point games in NBA history can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz
The 'NBA rookie 3-point leaders' quiz
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / March 2
Celtics insider teases Jayson Tatum’s potential return date

Celtics insider teases Jayson Tatum’s potential return date

The buzz surrounding Jayson Tatum’s potential return to the court for the Boston Celtics is getting harder to ignore. Last week, the Celtics superstar began participating in 5-on-5 scrimmages with the team.

NBA News / Yardbarker
Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Jaylen Brown News / Hardwood Heroics / March 2
Jaylen Brown Explains Why Celtics Offense Is Flowing Again as Boston Hits Midseason Rhythm

Jaylen Brown Explains Why Celtics Offense Is Flowing Again as Boston Hits Midseason Rhythm

The Boston Celtics hit their midseason groove. They have 40 wins. They sit second in the East. Their offense flows effortlessly now. Players make crisp cuts.

Neemias Queta News / Athlon Sports / March 2
Celtics Announce Neemias Queta News on Monday

Celtics Announce Neemias Queta News on Monday

Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics were victorious over Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night, beating their division rivals by a score of 114-98.

NBA News / Yardbarker
20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Jaylen Brown News / Athlon Sports / March 2
Celtics Announce Jaylen Brown News Before Bucks Game

Celtics Announce Jaylen Brown News Before Bucks Game

The Boston Celtics have solidified themselves as true contenders in the Eastern Conference, and they could emerge as the clear frontrunners if superstar Jayson Tatum returns for the NBA playoffs.

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The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz
 The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz
The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz
 The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz
The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz
 The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz
The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz
 The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / March 2

Game of runs: Celtics ability to score in bunches has been special

There is an old saying that says “basketball is a game of runs.” These runs can swing momentum of a game for one team and end the hopes of the opponent.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / March 2

Celtics injury report reveals team will be without two starters vs Bucks

BOSTON — The Celtics will be without Jaylen Brown and Neemias Queta when they face the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night. Brown is dealing with an illness, while Queta is getting a rest night, per the team’s official injury report.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 2
Antetokounmpo expected to return in showdown against Celtics

Giannis Antetokounmpo expected to return in showdown against Celtics

Antetokounmpo has not seen game action since Jan. 23, when he collected 22 points and 13 rebounds in 32 minutes on the floor.

The all-time leading rebounder for every NBA franchise
The 'NBA franchise leading scorers' quiz
Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / March 2
Bill Simmons Shares Unexpected Jayson Tatum Injury Update After Celtics Game

Bill Simmons Shares Unexpected Jayson Tatum Injury Update After Celtics Game

Jayson Tatum has been out of action for almost 10 months due to an Achilles tear, but it looks like his rehabilitation period is nearing an end, and Celtics fans will be seeing him on the court soon.

Neemias Queta News / Boston Celtics on SI / March 2
Neemias Queta Powers Celtics Past Sixers: Three Reasons They Won, and Player Grades

Neemias Queta Powers Celtics Past Sixers: Three Reasons They Won, and Player Grades

BOSTON — The Celtics struggled shooting early on, but they crushed the offensive boards until shots started to fall. Neemias Queta had a career night, and he finally finished the Sixers off in a 114-98 win.  Box Score The game was played a pretty high pace early on, which is typical of the non-Joel Embiid Sixers.

Nikola Vucevic News / Hoops Wire / March 1
Celtics’ Nikola Vucevic: I’m still getting used to new offense, teammates

Celtics’ Nikola Vucevic: I’m still getting used to new offense, teammates

The Celtics are thinking long term, even while stacking wins. Boston is focused on internal improvement and integrating trade-deadline addition Nikola Vucevic as it prepares for another postseason run.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / March 1
Boston Celtics Announce Signing as Part of Brilliant Cap Management Plan

Boston Celtics Announce Signing as Part of Brilliant Cap Management Plan

While the Boston Celtics are putting together an incredible season on the court, their front office is putting on a master class of cap management.  The 10-day contracts for both Dalano Banton and John Tonje expired on Saturday.

NBA News / Celtics Life / February 28
Watch: Boston Celtics 148, Brooklyn Nets 111 highlights

Watch: Boston Celtics 148, Brooklyn Nets 111 highlights

The Boston Celtics trounced the Brooklyn Nets with a 148–111 victory Friday night at the TD Garden. Boston set an NBA record for effective field goal percentage in a single game at 80.8%.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / February 28
Celtics’ Wing Succession Plan Takes Unexpected Turn With Hauser, Scheierman

Celtics’ Wing Succession Plan Takes Unexpected Turn With Hauser, Scheierman

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics have earned widespread praise for their on-court performance, which has positioned them for championship contention. Off the court, President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens pulled off an even bigger feat.

NBA News / Field Level Media / February 27
Strong second half propels Celtics to big win over Nets

Strong second half propels Celtics to big win over Nets

Nikola Vucevic had 28 points and 11 rebounds in 25 minutes as the Boston Celtics pulled away in the second half for a 148-111 victory over the visiting Brooklyn Nets on Friday night.

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