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Ex-Celtics Prospect Heads to LSU After NBA Stint as NCAA-NBA Loophole Continues Growing

Ex-Celtics Prospect Heads to LSU After NBA Stint as NCAA-NBA Loophole Continues Growing

The NBA G-League remains one of the hottest pursuits for college basketball prospects. However, a former Boston Celtics prospect has taken a whole new route to return to the CBB after a relatively short stint in the NBA.

Jayson Tatum News / CelticsBlog / May 19

CelticsBlog exit interview: Jayson Tatum’s return was the best moment of the 2025-26 season

When Jayson Tatum returned to TD Garden 298 days after rupturing his achilles tendon, the unprecedented return generated one of the loudest moments you’ll ever hear from the Garden faithful.  A putback dunk, a corner three, and a crowd just waiting to go berserk.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / May 19
Yam Madar Reportedly Agrees To Deal With LSU

Yam Madar Reportedly Agrees To Deal With LSU

Israeli point guard Yam Madar has agreed to a lucrative contract to play college basketball at LSU, according to a report from Mozzart Sport. Israel Hayom previously reported that Madar was in advanced talks with LSU on a deal worth approximately $5MM.

Boston Celtics News / EssentiallySports / May 19
Jaylen Brown Under Fire as Kendrick Perkins Leaks Ex-Celtics Stars Chats After Stephen A. Smith Rant: 'It Caused Friction'

Jaylen Brown Under Fire as Kendrick Perkins Leaks Ex-Celtics Stars Chats After Stephen A. Smith Rant: 'It Caused Friction'

Jaylen Brown continued his Twitch stream rants and recently stated, “F–k Stephen A.” The 2024 NBA Finals MVP even added another jab for the ESPN veteran, “the face of clickbait media”.

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The 'NBA steals-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'NBA steals-per-game leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players to lead the league in steals per game since the merger (1976-77) can you name in five minutes?

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Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / May 18
Stephen A. Smith fires back at Jaylen Brown

Stephen A. Smith fires back at Jaylen Brown

Stephen A. Smith and Jaylen Brown are officially beefing. Smith had a fiery response to Brown’s latest jab, which saw the Boston Celtics forward dismiss the ESPN personality as a generator for clickbait.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

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.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

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.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / May 18
How Lottery Reform Could Impact the Boston Celtics' Ability To Do Business

How Lottery Reform Could Impact the Boston Celtics' Ability To Do Business

NBA lottery reform seems to be inevitable. In the NBA’s eyes, the tanking was too blatant at the bottom of the league this past season, even if it was

Jaylen Brown News / CelticsBlog / May 18

Celtics’ Jaylen Brown questions NBA’s need for a social justice award

Jaylen Brown is skeptical about the NBA’s Social Justice Champion award, challenging the idea of honoring players for what he considers a basic responsibility.

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The 'No. 2-scorers by NBA champion' quiz
 The 'No. 2-scorers by NBA champion' quiz
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 The 'PGA Championship host courses' quiz
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 The 'Most 40-point games in a season' quiz
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 The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
Boston Celtics News / HITC / May 18
Jaylen Brown drops his hot take on Drake’s surprise three-album release

Jaylen Brown drops his hot take on Drake’s surprise three-album release

Jaylen Brown has weighed in on Drake’s latest release after the rapper dropped far more music than expected, releasing three albums last Friday. The rollout included Iceman, Habibti and Maid Of Honour, totalling 43 tracks across almost two and a half hours.

Jaylen Brown News / CelticsBlog / May 18

CelticsBlog exit interview: Jaylen Brown exceeded expectations in 2026

Going into the 2025-26 NBA season, there were a ton of people saying that it was a gap year for the Boston Celtics. Luke Kornet, Jrue Holiday, Al Horford, and Kristaps Porzingis all left the team in the offseason and Jayson Tatum was expected to miss most of the season with a torn Achilles.

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / May 18
Jaylen Brown has profane message for Stephen A. Smith

Jaylen Brown has profane message for Stephen A. Smith

Jaylen Brown had zero love lost for Stephen A. Smith on the former’s latest live stream. The Boston Celtics star called out Smith on Sunday for being a clickbait artist rather than a real journalist.

Jayson Tatum News / Hoops Wire / May 16
Jayson Tatum eyes another title, as Celtics face key offseason decisions

Jayson Tatum eyes another title, as Celtics face key offseason decisions

Celtics star Jayson Tatum is thinking bigger now. A lot bigger. After entering last season simply hoping to get healthy and contribute, Tatum is already looking ahead to what comes next.

Boston Celtics News / The Lead / May 15
The Celtics Have Several Reunion Options in 2026 Free Agency

The Celtics Have Several Reunion Options in 2026 Free Agency

The pressure is on for Brad Stevens and the Boston Celtics’ front office. Last offseason, the Celtics dismantled what was projected to be the NBA’s most expensive roster ever ($540 million).

Boston Celtics News / Ball Exclusives / May 15
Boston Celtics Bringing Back Former Superstar in New Role

Boston Celtics Bringing Back Former Superstar in New Role

Since being traded for Kyrie Irving back in 2017, Isaiah Thomas has campaigned for a return to the Boston Celtics. Now, nearly 10 years later, Thomas is getting his wish as he will be rejoining the franchise as a pro and college scout according The Boston Herald.

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / May 15
Isaiah Thomas lands a job with former NBA team

Isaiah Thomas lands a job with former NBA team

Isaiah Thomas is ready to let bygones be bygones. The retired former NBA All-Star Thomas is reuniting with the Boston Celtics, Adam Himmelsbach of the Boston Globe reported on Thursday.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / May 14
Celtics add Isaiah Thomas to scouting staff

Celtics add Isaiah Thomas to scouting staff

The Celtics are bringing back a familiar name in a new role. Boston has hired Isaiah Thomas as a pro and college scout, according to Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / May 14
Narrowing Down Potential Boston Celtics Free Agent, Trade Targets, and Strategies

Narrowing Down Potential Boston Celtics Free Agent, Trade Targets, and Strategies

Some very smart people in the Boston Celtics front office are putting a plan together for the offseason, and if there's one hallmark of the Brad Stevens

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 12
Jayson Tatum reveals doctor’s heartbreaking response to Achilles tear

Jayson Tatum reveals doctor’s heartbreaking response to Achilles tear

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum just completed one of the most miraculous seasons we’ve seen out of a superstar player. His team may have lost in the first round of the NBA playoffs, but what he did was unmatched.

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