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On YouTubeBoston Celtics News / The Lead / April 17
Who Will Be the Celtics’ Backup Center in the Playoffs?
An argument over whether to play Luka Garza or Nikola Vucevic would have been unheard of at the start of this season. That is now the question: who will be the backup center for the Celtics’ playoff run?
Jayson Tatum News / CelticsBlog / April 17
Jayson Tatum is ready for the playoffs 
Jayson Tatum wasn’t sure he was going to be here. “I get the opportunity to be a part of this team and play in the playoffs — I couldn’t be more grateful,” Tatum said at his media session on Friday.
NBA News / CelticsBlog / April 17
Boston faces a tricky equation against Philadelphia’s speed
The Boston Celtics will face the Philadelphia Sixers in the first round of the playoffs, and it is safe to say that they are the clear favorites. The Sixers have the 18th-best net rating (-0.3 per Cleaning The Glass) and will have to play without their best player, Joël Embiid.
The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in their NBA debut for every franchise can you name in five minutes?
Jaylen Brown News / CelticsBlog / April 17
It’s time for Jaylen Brown to claim his spot in the NBA pantheon
Jaylen Brown just put together the best season of his career and it wasn’t particularly close. Averaging 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game, Brown showed that not only can he be the number one option on a playoff team, but he can be the number one on a really good playoff team.
Celtics Around the Web
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 / Boston Celtics on SI / April 16
Joe Mazzulla Praises Jaylen Brown's Ability To Take Mentality 'To A Dark Place'
Comedian Neal Brennan has a really funny bit about athletes and mental health. “ESPN’s always carrying on about how athletes need to have good mental health,” the bit begins.
Boston Celtics News / AirJordanChronicles / April 16
Kobe Bryant’s Influence Leads Jaylen Brown to Unique Footwork Training
Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown is spending his free time doing something few would ever expect. He has picked up a new physical hobby right before the playoffs that’s inspired by Kobe Bryant. A report by Burtland Dixon via ClutchPoints highlighted the story of Brown Bryant-esque habit.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 16
Celtics could be vulnerable to 76ers early in series
The Boston Celtics have exceeded expectations this season. They were expected to struggle as they were without superstar Jayson Tatum for the majority of the season as he rehabbed from last season’s Achilles injury.
NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 16
Three Non-Stars on the Philadelphia 76ers Who Could Make Things Tough For Boston
The Boston Celtics are pretty strong favorites to beat the Philadelphia 76ers in their opening round series, and for good reason. The Sixers won’t have Joel Embiid after his appendectomy, and the rest of the team is inconsistent and flawed.
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / April 16
The one stat that could decide Celtics vs. Sixers: can Boston avoid the clutch?
Close your eyes and think about the kid you always matched up against growing up. Little League, Pee Wee hoops, doesn’t matter. Just picture that little stinker and that matchup.
NBA News / EasySportz / April 16
Celtics vs 76ers First-Round Series Preview and Prediction
The Boston Celtics enter the playoffs as one of the most complete teams in the NBA—and their first-round matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers looks heavily tilted in their favor.
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 / CelticsBlog / April 16
The long, brutal playoff history of Celtics-76ers
The Boston Celtics are going to be facing off against the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the playoffs this season after they beat the Orlando Magic 109-97 in the Play-In Tournament.
Tyrese Maxey News / Hoops Rumors / April 16
Sixers Clinch Playoff Spot, Will Face Celtics In First Round
The Sixers got 31 points from Tyrese Maxey on Wednesday as they claimed the seventh seed in the East with a 109-97 win over the Magic. Maxey broke open a tight game by scoring seven straight points late in the fourth quarter to give Philadelphia a victory in front of its home fans.
Joe Mazzulla News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 15
How Joe Mazzulla is Addressing Celtics Biggest Remaining Question Before the Playoffs
There are 82 game players in the NBA, and then there are 16 game players. The 82 game guys are the ones who can accumulate stats over the course of a
Ron Harper News / Celtics Life / April 14
Watch: Ron Harper Jr. and his journey to Boston
A look back at Ron Harper Jr's journey with the Celtics this season courtesy of their Next Up series. Watch as Ron continues to put the work in both in Maine and Boston finally culminating with a late season two year NBA contract with the franchise.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 14
NBA Announces 2 Mistakes in Celtics' Win Against Magic
The Boston Celtics didn't have to play their final regular-season game against the Orlando Magic. Their status as the second seed is secured, so head coach Joe Mazzulla doesn't have to field his strongest team against an Orlando Magic squad that is also a lock for the play-in tournament.
Luka Garza News / The Lead / April 13
Luka Garza’s Father Reveals the Mindset Behind His NBA Rise
Since joining the Boston Celtics, Luka Garza has excelled in his role. What Garza lacks in athleticism, he makes up for with footwork, a mind-over-matter work ethic, consistency, meditation, and visualization.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 13
Magic close regular season with a thud against Celtics backups
It's the capper to a Magic season that's been alternately encouraging and frustrating.
Baylor Scheierman News / Field Level Media / April 12
Baylor Scheierman, Celtics top Magic, enter playoffs on winning note
Baylor Scheierman tossed in a career-high 30 points to lead the Boston Celtics to a 113-108 victory over the visiting Orlando Magic on Sunday in the final regular-season game for each team.
The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to make at least five three-pointers off the bench at least 20 times in their career can you name in five minutes?
Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / April 11
Celtics’ Chisholm On Mazzulla, Stevens, TD Garden, More
Celtics owner Bill Chisholm recently gave an interview to Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe (subscriber link). The conversation covers a number of topics, including Chisholm’s first year as the team’s governor and majority stakeholder, his thoughts on Jaylen Brown‘s excellent season, Jayson Tatum‘s return from a torn Achilles tendon, and more.
Dalano Banton News / Hoops Rumors / April 11
Celtics To Sign Dalano Banton To Two-Year Deal
The Celtics and free agent guard Dalano Banton have reached an agreement on a two-year deal, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 11
Celtics tie their own NBA record vs. Pelicans
Two teams in NBA history had ever made 29 three-pointers in a game before this week. Friday night, the Boston Celtics became the second team in five nights to tie the single-game record for threes.
Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / April 10
Report: Celtics could break up their core this offseason
The pressure may suddenly be on for the Boston Celtics this postseason.
The '60-point NBA games' quiz
Throughout NBA history, only 39 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 39 can you name in five minutes?
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