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Damian Lillard News / Fadeaway World / July 5

Boston Celtics Are The Frontrunners For Damian Lillard After Major Recruitment Pitch

The Boston Celtics have been very active this summer as they accommodate the injury to Jayson Tatum. As they prepare for what will likely be a down year, they've been mostly selling some of their older, more established players.

Anfernee Simons News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 5

Celtics Predicted to Trade $100 Million Guard in Blockbuster Move

The Boston Celtics could trade away one of their offseason acquisitions in a move to save more money against the cap. The Celtics traded for Anferenee Simons in the Jrue Holiday trade.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 5

Celtics Could Trade 2 Players This Offseason: Report

The Boston Celtics have been fairly busy early in free agency. Brad Stevens accomplished his goal of shedding salary, trading away both Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday in order to get under the second apron.

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Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 5

Celtics Notes: Al Horford Updates, Boston Wants Damian Lillard, Jaylen Brown Trade?

The Boston Celtics have a few updates on veteran big man Al Horford. The 39-year-old center is reportedly considering retirement or signing with a major rival out West.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / July 5

Paul Pierce picks out role Damian Lillard could have on the Boston Celtics if he signs

Former Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard is currently contemplating an important decision about his NBA career. After getting waived by the Milwaukee Bucks, Damian Lillard has become an unrestricted free agent and could choose his next team soon.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 5

The move Boston Celtics still must make in 2025 NBA free agency

Given the hand they were dealt, the Boston Celtics have maneuvered brilliantly to start the offseason. They had a goal to trim down their payroll and get under the second apron, and they’re almost there after trading away Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis for Anfernee Simons and Georges Niang, respectively.

Jaylen Brown News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 4

Celtics Rumors: NBA Insider Makes Major Jaylen Brown Trade Prediction

The Boston Celtics wasted no time in making significant changes to their roster for the upcoming season. Entering the offseason, the Celtics desperately need to make changes in order to avoid another year of being under the second apron regarding the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 4

Celtics Owner Reveals Players Families Didn't Want Ex-Celtic in 2024 Title Parade

Kendrick Perkins won an NBA Championship with the Boston Celtics back in 2008 when he was a core member of the squad led by Ray Allen, Kevin Garnett, and Paul Pierce.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 4

Calls Mount for Al Horford to Change Decision After Jonas Valanciunas News

Boston Celtics center Al Horford still remains a free agent days after NBA Free Agency started. While it hasn't been made official, all signs point toward an eventual agreement with the Golden State Warriors.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 4

Celtics Expected to Lose All-Star to Warriors in Shocking Move

One of the players that Celtics general manager Brad Stevens mentioned as a priority to keep this offseason was Al Horford. Both he and Luke Kornet were seen as guys they wanted to keep.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / July 4

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An All-Star four of the last five years, Jaylen Brown turns 29 years old on October 24. The 2024 NBA Playoffs saw the 6-foot-6 forward win both Eastern Conference Finals and Finals MVP.

Kenneth Lofton News / Fastbreak on SI / July 3

Boston Celtics Sign Popular Former NBA Player To Summer League Roster

Kenneth Lofton Jr. most recently played in the NBA during the 2024-25 season with the Memphis Grizzlies, Philadelphia 76ers and Utah Jazz. He finished that year with averages of 4.6 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.6 assists per contest while shooting 46.2% from the field and 29.2% from the three-point range in 21 games.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 3

Celtics' Jayson Tatum Could Be Recruiting Legendary Point Guard to Boston

Boston Celtics superstar forward Jayson Tatum and free agent point guard Chris Paul celebrated the one year anniversary of their joint Nike camp Thursday, leading to speculation that Tatum could tempt the future Hall of Famer to come to New England.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / July 3

New Report on Celtics' Jaylen Brown, Derrick White Trade Decision

Since trading Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis, the Boston Celtics have had a pretty quiet offseason. They have signed their draft picks on top of signing Luka Garza and Josh Minott, but haven't made any significant moves.

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Al Horford News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Warriors Receive Al Horford Update Amid Retirement Decision

Even at 39 years old, Al Horford is one of the best big men remaining in free agency. The Boston Celtics center is coming off a season where he averaged nine points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.1 assists while shooting 42.3% from the field and 36.3% from three.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 3

Celtics Add Promising Forward to Summer League Roster

The Boston Celtics are in the middle of a roster overhaul this offseason. They have already traded Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday this summer so that they could get under the second apron.

Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / July 3

Boston Celtics Reportedly Interested In 9x NBA All-Star

Damian Lillard was still among the best point guards in the NBA during the 2024-25 season. The former Weber State star (at 34) averaged 24.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, 7.1 assists and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 44.8% from the field and 37.6% from the three-point range in 58 games.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 2

Damian Lillard reportedly has mutual interest with surprising team

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Boston Celtics News / Total Apex Sports / July 2

Boston Celtics: Rebuilding Or Reloading?

In what has been a whirlwind start to the 2025 NBA offseason, the Boston Celtics have been at the forefront of NBA news so far this summer. These moves have highlighted the need for the team to remain under the second apron regarding their salary cap.

Jalen Bridges News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

Former Baylor forward to sign camp deal with Celtics

The Celtics have added free agent forward Jalen Bridges to their Summer League squad and plan to bring him to training camp to compete for a roster spot, sources inform Jay King of The Athletic (Twitter link).

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / July 2

Wyc Grousbeck confirms former Celtics champion was banned from 2024 celebrations

The former Celtics champion has become one of the more outspoken members of the NBA media in recent years.

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Derrick White News / Fastbreak on SI / July 2

NBA Fans Send Love To Celtics Star Derrick White

Derrick White has been one of the most important players on the Boston Celtics for the last three seasons. On Wednesday, the former Colorado star is celebrating his 31st birthday.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 2

Why Damian Lillard shouldn't rush free-agency decision

Damian Lillard already has suitors lined up after his surprising release from the Milwaukee Bucks, but he has few reasons to hurry and make a decision.

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