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Hawks Could Be Among Suitors For Jaylen Brown

The Celtics and Hawks had a “brief conversation” last offseason about Jaylen Brown, according to Chris Mannix of NBC Sports (video link), who expects them to revisit the idea of a trade this summer (hat tip to BasketNews).

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How Jayson Tatum’s Mom Was His Biggest Support During Injury Comeback

A year ago, Jayson Tatum tore his Achilles, an injury that broke the spirit of the Boston Celtics star. What followed was Tatum’s strict recovery routine, and his mother, Brandy Cole, was there every step of the way.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / May 9

Jaylen Brown shuts down Celtics rumors: ‘ I could play here for next 10 years’

The noise picked up. Jaylen Brown didn’t take long to quiet it. Despite outside chatter — including comments from Tracy McGrady suggesting frustration within the organization — Brown made it clear there’s no issue between him and the Boston Celtics.

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The 'Most 25-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

How many of the NBA franchise single-season leaders in 25-point playoff games can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA First Round scoring record' quiz

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The '20-point, 10-assist game leaders' quiz

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / May 9

Notable update emerges on the Jaylen Brown-Celtics relationship

Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics are both insisting that there is nothing to see here. Sam Amick of The Athletic reported Saturday that there are no internal issues between Brown and the Celtics.

Jaylen Brown News / Boston Celtics on SI / May 9

Everything wrong with the 'trade Jaylen Brown' discourse surrounding the Celtics

It didn’t take long for the discussion around the Boston Celtics to devolve into “too many threes” and “split up the Jays.” Negative news sells, so the instant the Celtics don’t live up to expectations, those scripts get dusted off and, well, here we are. Of course, there is always a nugget of something to hang onto that keeps these things alive.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 8

Celtics rumors: How Jaylen Brown offseason extension talks will directly signal potential trade

Following the Boston Celtics’ disappointing playoff exit, blowing a 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers, changes are expected to come in the offseason.

Derrick White News / CelticsBlog / May 8

Reluctantly considering Derrick White trade options

Hold on, I need to start this out with a pep talk to myself. Deep breaths. This is a safe space. We are among a few thousand of your closest friends. Even considering this will break your heart and brain and could quite possibly traumatize many others.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 8

ESPN: Celtics may have a 'simple' trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Once again, Giannis Antetokounmpo's future will be one of the major issues in the NBA.

Bucks reveal deadline for Giannis Antetokounmpo decision amid trade rumors

Trail Blazers could be key to Giannis Antetokounmpo trade

Jimmy Haslam: Bucks want decision on Giannis Antetokounmpo by NBA draft

The 'NBA franchise leading scorers' quiz

Boston Celtics News / EssentiallySports / May 9

Stephen A. Smith Responds to Jaylen Brown After Celtics Star Asks ESPN Host to 'Retire'

Coming in with 56 wins, a +8.1 net rating, and 631 points of total margin, the Boston Celtics looked like a juggernaut this season, even without their injured star Jayson Tatum.

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Jaylen Brown News / Fadeaway World / May 8

Rockets Eye Jaylen Brown Amid Celtics Uncertainty: Exploring A Blockbuster Trade Scenario

Boston Celtics superstar Jaylen Brown was briefly mentioned in trade rumors last season after the Celtics underwent a major roster overhaul. While the team’s performance in the regular season ascertained his value to the franchise, recent developments have suggested otherwise.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 8

Western Conference Executive Floats Wild Jaylen Brown-Nikola Jokic Pairing

Jaylen Brown was not ready for Jayson Tatum’s absence in Game 7. Having been touted as the possible championship contender, the Boston Celtics once again faltered in their postseason round 1 series.

Boston Celtics News / Total Pro Sports / May 7

Jaylen Brown Exodes on Stephen A. Smith With Brutal 'Retire' Clapback

Jaylen Brown’s season might be over, but he’s not done with his tirades, even though the league already fined him for it. And after Stephen A. Smith berated him to get off the microphone, the Celtics star caught a wind of it and replied in the most brutal manner.

Boston Celtics News / The Spun / May 7

The Celtics Could Trade Jayson Tatum, Not Jaylen Brown

Following the Boston Celtics' disappointing first round Eastern Conference playoff series loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, everything seems to be on the table.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 7

NBA Notes: Celtics, Jaylen Brown, Knicks, Mikal Bridges, Magic

Jaylen Brown is pushing back on the noise. After Brad Stevens addressed and downplayed talk of Brown being unhappy, the Celtics star did the same himself during a Twitch stream.

Boston Celtics News / Pro Football Rumors / May 7

Wyc Grousbeck, Vinod Khosla Emerge As Expected Bidders For Seahawks

As the Commanders and Broncos did before them, the Seahawks are expected to produce an American sports-record sale price. The NBA’s Boston Celtics broke the Commanders’ mark last year, going for $6.1 billion.

Boston Celtics News / Total Apex Sports / May 7

Brown makes his stance clear on Boston and his future

For all the noise that can build around a contender after a playoff exit, Brown sounded like someone trying to shut the door on the drama before it spread any further.

Brad Stevens News / Hoops Wire / May 7

Brad Stevens: Celtics need to add interior presence

The Celtics know where they need to get better. It starts at the rim. President of basketball operations Brad Stevens did not get deep into specifics at his end-of-season media session, but he made one thing clear, via Kyle Hightower of The Associated Press.

Brad Stevens News / Boston Celtics on SI / May 6

Brad Stevens is Not Happy, and Has Blunt Assessment of Boston Celtics Playoff Failure

Brad Stevens put his iron fist inside a velvet glove and met with the media on Monday, giving direct and blunt assessment of this Boston Celtics team and its loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.