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'Shai Is About to Win His 2nd MVP': Jaylen Brown Takes a Jab at NBA Despite $50,000 Fine

As the famous saying goes, “Speak the truth, even if your voice shakes.” In the case of Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown, speaking his truth on a live stream didn’t just shake the NBA landscape; it cost him a cool $50,000.

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Jaylen Brown Finally Breaks Silence on Celtics Rumors With Emotional Message

Is there a budding turmoil between Jaylen Brown and the rest of the Boston Celtics organization? Well, there seems to be something there after Brown’s controversial statements online after his team’s season ended.

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.

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The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The NBA began awarding the Defensive Player of the Year following the 1982-83 season. Since then, the award has been given out 42 times. How many of the 42 can you name in five minutes?

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Celtics Around the Web

Brown: If up to me, I'd be in Boston long term · ESPN

Jaylen Brown hasn't shared 'frustrations' with Celtics, says president Brad Stevens: 'Nothing but positive' · CBSSports.com

Stevens denies Brown-Celtics rift, says 'I love JB... · ESPN

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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 / Total Pro Sports / May 6

Celtics GM Breaks Silence on Growing Jaylen Brown Frustration Rumors

The Boston Celtics’ playoff journey took an unexpected turn this year, leaving fans stunned after a surprising first-round exit. As the dust settled from their Game 7 loss against the Philadelphia 76ers, speculation swirled around Jaylen Brown’s future with the team.

Boston Celtics News / EssentiallySports / May 7

'Ready to Move On': Jaylen Brown’s Ex-Celtics Teammate Believes Star Wants to Leave Boston, Hints at Jayson Tatum Treatment

Another early playoff exit has reopened a conversation the Boston Celtics thought they had buried years ago. This time, though, the debate is not really about whether Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum can coexist on the court.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / May 6

Brad Stevens responds to Tracy McGrady's Jaylen Brown comments

Tracy McGrady is suggesting that Jaylen Brown has become frustrated with the Boston Celtics in the wake of their first-round playoff ouster.

Brown gets big punishment from NBA for controversial comments on referees

Notable update emerges on Joe Mazzulla's future after playoff choke

Warriors linked to new potential Steve Kerr replacement

Giannis Antetokounmpo's brothers are turning off one interested team

Draymond Green takes unbelievable shot at Charles Barkley's career

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / May 6

Why Hugo Gonzalez is a 'Critical Piece' of Celtics future, according to Brad Stevens

The Boston Celtics playoff flameout will very clearly be a sore subject in Boston for a little while, but there are still a lot of important things that

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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.

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Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6

Brad Stevens deflects Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla criticism with urgent challenge to himself

Recently, the Boston Celtics completed a disastrous 3-1 choke job in their first round playoff series vs the Philadelphia 76ers with a Game 7 loss at home.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6

Anonymous NBA player disses Celtics star Jaylen Brown’s MVP candidacy with Derrick White mic drop

An anonymous NBA player questioned Jaylen Brown’s MVP candidacy while elevating Derrick White’s impact in a recent poll, offering a blunt assessment of the Boston Celtics’ success this season.

Joe Mazzulla News / Larry Brown Sports / May 6

Notable update emerges on Joe Mazzulla's future after playoff choke

The Boston Celtics still have more screenings of “The Town” in their future. Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla is expected to remain in his position despite the team’s playoff choke, Adam Himmelsbach of the Boston Globe reported this week.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 5

Jaylen Brown gets punishment for controversial comments on refs

Celtics' Jaylen Brown gets big punishment from NBA for controversial comments on referees

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown is paying the price for his comments about the officiating during the team's postseason loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

Celtics' Jaylen Brown critical of refs for 'agenda,' calls out 76ers' Joel Embiid

Jalen Brunson, Knicks make history with third-straight blowout win

True or false? Separating fact from fiction in NBA second round

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WNBA News / Yardbarker / May 5

LeBron James, Jayson Tatum show support for Caitlin Clark before WNBA tipoff

The 2026 WNBA regular season starts on Friday, marking the league's 30th season.

Caitlin Clark just got another huge win off the court

Caitlin Clark reveals she's taken a Fever rookie under her wing

Caitlin Clark could be in line for massive payday after Fever's big decision

Bill Simmons News / The Spun / May 5

Bill Simmons Assigns Blame For Celtics' First Round Playoff Loss

Like many NBA fans, Bill Simmons is still trying to process the Boston Celtics' stunning first-round playoff elimination. The Celtics entered the postseason as favorites to win the Eastern Conference behind a healthy Jayson Tatum, and they jumped to a 3-1 lead over the Philadelphia 76ers with a pair of blowout victories.

Boston Celtics News / Stadium Rant / May 5

What’s Next For The Boston Celtics In The 2026 Offseason?

With the Boston Celtics’ season ending earlier than expected heading into the playoffs, we get to take an earlier look at what their offseason might include.

Derrick White News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Derrick White Trade Report Surfaces After Celtics Lose to 76ers

Derrick White walked off the floor after Game 7 with 26 points, but the bigger story quickly shifted away from the box score. The Boston Celtics saw their season end in a 109-100 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, blowing a 3-1 series lead in the process.