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Celtics Star in Talks With Dana White for UFC Move Amid MVP Push

“I think the versatility of him, that he can play both sides of the court and still score and still be dominant and still be top 3 in the East, so you know, he’s a really good player,” said three-time MVP Nikola Jokic recently, backing the 29-year-old Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown in the MVP race.

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What Jaylen Brown told Dana White about fighting in UFC

Jaylen Brown has revealed he has seriously considered stepping into the UFC one day, and he has already spoken to Dana White about the possibility. The Boston Celtics star is known for his intensity on the court, but his competitive edge may not be limited to basketball.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 15

How the Celtics celebrated a Special Olympian’s lifelong message: “You can do anything”

Michael Bullock has admired the Boston Celtics for as long as he can remember. His father, James Bullock, introduced him to the team at birth (literally), and rather than revere their 18 championships, Michael has learned far more from his favorite team.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 15

The Celtics weren’t supposed to be this good. What should fans expect now?

At the All-Star break, it’s worth acknowledging something that felt unlikely just four months ago. The Celtics are good, not just scrappy, feisty, or ahead of schedule — they’re all of those things too, don’t get me wrong.

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Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / February 14

Jaylen Brown pitches new event to save NBA All-Star Weekend

Jaylen Brown believes he has the fix to spark interest in NBA All-Star Weekend again. The Boston Celtics star spoke to reporters Saturday ahead of his first-ever start in the NBA All-Star Game at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, Calif.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / February 14

Rising Stars Ron Harper Jr. quiet in All-Star Weekend stints

Boston Celtics two-way player Ron Harper Jr. appeared twice in the NBA All-Star Weekend festivities, but fell short of leaving a mark on either competition.

Jaylen Brown News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 14

Jaylen Brown Would 'Challenge All Them' If The NBA Added One All-Star event

Jaylen Brown is now a five-time All-Star and starting for the first time this year. He has also participated in the three-point shootout and dunk contest before, so he’s been a big part of the All-Star experience. It’s an experience that has probably needed a refresh for a little while now.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 14

Celtics’ Jaylen Brown shares intriguing Jayson Tatum update amid possible 2025-26 return

Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown gave an encouraging injury update on Jayson Tatum at All-Star Media Day. For many, the Celtics’ trade for Nikola Vucevic signaled a Tatum return, or at least, the organization’s desire for one, while the All-Star forward hasn’t made a final decision on whether he should return this season.

Derrick White News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 14

Derrick White Has a Perfect Response For Not Making The All-Star Team

Derrick White is enjoying his All-Star break, taking a few days to get off his feet, see his family, and get energized for the back-end of the Celtics

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 14

Jayson Tatum Gets Glowing Review From Boston Celtics Teammate Who Played In His Scrimmage

Jayson Tatum is playing basketball again , and it looks like he’s getting close to a return , even wants to say he’s not sure if he will or not. The noncommittal part of it seems to be more of a company line than Tatum’s insecurity about where he is in the rehab.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 14

Which Celtic will make his 1st All Star game next season?

This year’s NBA All Star game will be Jaylen Brown’s 5th. Jayson Tatum has been in 6 himself. Newcomer Nikola Vucevic appeared in two. If they are back at normal health next season, I would expect to see Brown and Tatum back in the game.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 14

How does Boston’s competition stack up after the trade deadline?

Not many people would have guessed that the Boston Celtics would be buyers at this year’s trade deadline, especially after shedding Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis’s contracts to get under the second apron.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 13

Dylan Harper calls game on Ron Harper Jr. for NBA Rising Stars win

Brotherly love was in the air in Los Angeles on Friday as San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper and Boston Celtics guard Ron Harper Jr. faced off in the Rising Stars at All-Star Weekend.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 13

NBA Notes: Celtics, Jayson Tatum, Pacers, Ivica Zubac, Pistons

Jayson Tatum checked an important box this week. Monday’s practice with the Celtics’ G League affiliate marked the first time Tatum has participated in a full five-on-five scrimmage with NBA and G League players during his recovery from an Achilles tear, according to Shams Charania on NBA Today.

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The Most Important Games Remaining on the Boston Celtics Schedule

The Celtics are currently 35-19 and a half game ahead of the New York Knicks. There are 28 games left to play when they get back to it on February 19. Here’s a look at the most important remaining games on the schedule. April 9 at New York Knicks The first tiebreaker is head-to-head record.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / February 13

Celtics guard ready for the spotlight at NBA All-Star Weekend

LOS ANGELES — In a crowded room at the Intuit Dome, dozens of reporters from across the globe surrounded Ron Harper Jr. Several were from the Philippines, inquiring about whether the 25-year-old Celtic would ever consider eventually playing for the Philippine national team (he would).