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Boston Celtics Expected to Move On from Nikola Vucevic After Short-Lived Stint

The Boston Celtics’ experiment with Nikola Vucevic appears to be ending almost as quickly as it began. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the veteran center is now “increasingly regarded as a certainty to switch teams this summer” after a fractured right ring finger derailed what was already a brief run in Boston.

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Veteran Big Man’s Time With the Boston Celtics Appears To Be Coming to an End as Free Agency Nears

The upcoming NBA free agency period will test player loyalty and franchise trust. With the season nearing its conclusion, the Boston Celtics look poised to trigger that shift.

Jaylen Brown News / Stadium Rant / June 8

Are Jaylen Brown’s Days In Boston Numbered?

Jaylen Brown has formed into a superstar for the Boston Celtics since he was drafted third overall in the 2016 NBA draft. The veteran shares the spotlight with his co-star, Jayson Tatum, who have both seen their names in a fair amount of trade rumors for years now, but this offseason for Boston feels different.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 20-point, 10-rebound seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to average at least 20 points and 10 rebounds-per-game in at least five seasons can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz

The 'Active 20-10 playoff game leaders' quiz

The 'Active 20-point, 10-rebound games' quiz

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 8

Celtics rumors: Brian Windhorst delivers bottom line on Jaylen Brown, Derrick White trade buzz

The Boston Celtics are a team that many don’t know will do this offseason, and there are several roads they can take. The obvious rumor floating around is a Jaylen Brown trade, but it doesn’t seem like he or Derrick White are on the block, according to Brian Windhorst.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 8

Celtics rumors: Marc Stein reveals free agency ‘lock’

The Boston Celtics went through a lot of turnover last offseason in an attempt to cut down on cap numbers, but they were still able to stay competitive.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 8

Blazers’ Godfather Jaylen Brown trade offer that would force Celtics to consider blockbuster

The Giannis Antetokounmpo saga has led to an unlimited number of permutations and combinations emerging as teams prepare themselves for what appears to be the last summer that the Greek Freak remains a Milwaukee Bucks star.

Nikola Vucevic News / Fadeaway World / June 8

4 Potential Landing Spots For Nikola Vucevic In Free Agency

Although the NBA playoffs are still underway, many teams have already turned their gaze toward the next season. With an opportunity to make roster improvements, several teams may view the offseason favorably once the free agency window opens.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 7

Celtics rumors: Brian Windhorst pours cold water on Giannis Antetokounmpo scenario

The Boston Celtics are reportedly among the multitude of teams vying for the services of Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has clearly been the most talked-about player in the offseason.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 7

Charles Barkley calls out ‘stupid’ Celtics Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown issue

There have been multiple rumors surrounding the future of Jaylen Brown with the Boston Celtics, especially after he recently put one of his properties in Boston up for sale.

Jaylen Brown News / Total Pro Sports / June 7

Proposed Rockets Trade Package for Jaylen Brown Could Force the Celtics Into a Difficult Decision

The Houston Rockets had all of us in a chokehold by landing Kevin Durant. But could they be plotting their next power move? Quoting a Gossip Girl-style storyline, the biggest secrets never stay hidden for long, and Jaylen Brown’s name is making the rounds in Houston.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 7

Celtics, Heat get opposite Giannis Antetokounmpo trade updates

Antetokounmpo rumors will continue to dominate NBA headlines over the summer, but two teams just got opposite updates on their chances of landing the star.

The 'NBA franchise leading scorers' quiz

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / June 7

One Valuable Lesson Boston Celtics Fans Can Learn From the New York Knicks

The New York Knicks being two wins away from a title isn’t the most shocking thing in the world. They were considered among the favorites heading into the season, and generally somewhere in the top five in preseason championship odds . At the same time, this has been anything but a smooth run to the NBA Finals for the Knicks.

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The 'Most 20-point, 10-rebound seasons' quiz

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

The 'Most 1,400-yard NFL seasons' quiz

NBA News / HITC / June 7

Celtics guard makes heartwarming admission about brother Dylan Harper in the 2026 NBA Finals

Ron Harper Jr. understands better than most just how hard it is to carve out a role in the NBA, which made watching his younger brother Dylan Harper light up the Finals even more special.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 6

Is Celtics trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo worth sacrificing Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown’s next era?

Before Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown called 2025-26 his “favorite year” on a live stream after losing Game 7 of their first-round series against the Philadelphia 76ers, Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo praised Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla.

Brad Stevens News / Boston Celtics on SI / June 5

One Element That Could Make This Summer a Little More Interesting for Brad Stevens

Brad Stevens has been running the Boston Celtics for five years, and he’s gone through a lot of changes in that time. He hired Ime Udoka and then suspended and fired him after his scandal.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / June 5

The Celtics need to catch up with the Knicks

When the Celtics entered the 2025 2nd round vs. the Knicks, it felt like they were on a different level than New York. That was proven wrong and since that point, it has become clear that it is New York who is on a different level than Boston.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / June 5

Three bigs that could be at #27 for the Celtics

Barring a trade involving the selection, the Boston Celtics are currently slated to hold the 27th overall selection in the 2026 NBA Draft. This will mark just the second time in franchise history that the team has selected from this exact draft position.

Jayson Tatum News / Celtics Life / June 1

Jayson Tatum 2025-2026 season and playoffs highlight reel

Jayson Tatum’s 2025-2026 season was defined by his early comeback from his Achilles tendon rupture during last year's playoffs. Tatum missed 66 regular-season games, making his triumphant return on March 6th.

Ron Harper News / HITC / May 31

Dylan Harper opens up on advice from five-time NBA champion father after Game 7

Ron Harper knows the road his son Dylan Harper is trying to travel, having won five NBA titles across the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers dynasties.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / May 29

Does a Boston Celtics Reunion with Robert Williams III Make Sense?

If there's one thing Boston Celtics fans love more than anything, it’s contemplating reunions with former players. Anfernee Simons had a nice stint with Boston last season and now there are a fair amount of people pushing to get him back.

Joe Mazzulla News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA Coaches of the Year' quiz

How many NBA Coach of the Year winners since the 1979-80 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The 'NBA MVPs' quiz

Joe Mazzulla News / Yardbarker / May 26

Joe Mazzulla joins distinguished group of Celtics coaches after winning COTY

Few have coached the Boston Celtics, and even fewer have won Coach of the Year with the storied franchise.

Jaylen Brown gives a theory on why he did not make All-NBA First Team

Three teams interested in trading for Jaylen Brown

The '20-point, 10-rebound playoff games' quiz

Payton Pritchard News / Celtics Life / May 26

Payton Pritchard 2025-2026 season and playoffs highlight reel

Payton Pritchard had a career-best 2025-26 season for the Boston Celtics, establishing versatility in himself to thrive as either a vital starter and primary playmaker or pivotal 6th man.

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / May 25

Celtics Eliminated: How Boston’s Core Players Influenced Their 2026 Playoff Run

Source As the 2026 NBA postseason came to a disappointing end for the Boston Celtics, attention quickly shifted toward how the franchise’s core players shaped the team’s playoff journey.