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Celtics Legend Paul Pierce Accuses NBA of Rigging Major Event

Paul Pierce has never been one to shy away from bold takes, but his latest comments are quite strong even by his standards. As the NBA continues to tackle its tanking issues, Pierce has accused the league of rigging the NBA Draft Lottery.

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Celtics could be without multiple starters against Pelicans

BOSTON — The Celtics will be without several key players when they face the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night. Jayson Tatum (right Achilles injury management) is sidelined on the second night of a back-to-back, while Jaylen Brown (left Achilles tendinitis) is questionable.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / April 10

10 takeaways from Boston losing control late in New York

The Celtics entered the game with the 7th-best half-court defense in the NBA, allowing 95.9 points per 100 possessions. Last night, the Knicks scored 122.5 points per 100 possessions in half-court situations.

Cade Cunningham News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz

How many of the players to lead the No.1 seed in each conference in points per game since the 2006-07 playoffs can you name in five minutes?

The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

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NBA News / Field Level Media / April 10

Celtics vie to secure East's No. 2 seed in clash vs. Pelicans

The Boston Celtics will have another chance to secure the No. 2 seed for the Eastern Conference playoffs when they host the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 10

Joe Mazzulla Furious After No-Call Sparks Chaos as Jalen Brunson Strikes Before Buzzer

Trying to make a late-season push, tensions were already on a high note at Madison Square Garden, but a controversial first-quarter sequence added fuel to an already intense Celtics-Knicks clash.

Jayson Tatum News / Fadeaway World / April 10

Jayson Tatum Speaks On Being Vulnerable And Sharing His Struggles While Recovering From Injury

Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum suffered a horrific Achilles injury in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the New York Knicks last year.

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 10

Five Reasons the Celtics Lost to the Knicks, Including a Lack of Coaching Adjustments

The Boston Celtics had their chances against the New York Knicks, holding a lead from the end of the third to midway through the fourth quarter, but the Knicks were able to finish strong and pull away for a six-point win. Here are five reasons the Knicks won The Celtics did what a lot of teams do, and that's play off Hart.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Baylor Scheierman News / CelticsBlog / April 10

Baylor Scheierman ready to answer any call for Celtics despite playoff uncertainty

Baylor Scheierman’s sixth 3-pointer against the New York Knicks on Thursday night brought the entire Boston Celtics bench to its feet. Jordan Walsh did the sharpshooter’s signature thumbs-up celebration, and Luka Garza bunny-hopped with excitement, watching him conquer Madison Square Garden.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / April 10

Celtics vs. Knicks player grades: Vucevic, Scheierman sharpen tools in loss

A lot has to happen to get a bucket in the NBA. The right screen creates just enough space to free up the ball. A pass has to be on the money for a player to get a shot off.

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Baylor Scheierman News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 10

Celtics-Knicks Player Grades and Stats: Scheierman's 20 Nearly Saves Celtics in Loss

The Celtics were without Jaylen Brown but they still had a chance late in the game to beat the Knicks and cinch the second seed, but their earlier shooting struggles were too much to overcome.

Payton Pritchard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 10

Celtics’ Payton Pritchard makes playoff guarantee after brutal loss to Knicks

Despite not having Jaylen Brown, the Boston Celtics took the fight to the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Thursday before eventually falling short, 112-106.

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 9

The Boston Celtics Lost, But Jayson Tatum Was The Biggest Winner of the Night

There isn’t much new for Jayson Tatum in basketball anymore. He’s been around long enough to have seen just about everything by now. But Thursday night in New York was different. Tatum was nervous. “This was a big moment, big hurdle for me,” Tatum said after the Boston Celtics loss to the Knicks.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / April 9

Knicks down Celtics in wild finish, 112-106

The Boston Celtics traveled to New York to play the Knickerbockers for their 79th game of the season. Boston needed just a single win to secure a second place birth in the Eastern Conference playoffs.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 9

Celtics’ Jaylen Brown sounds off on MVP case that’s more than just numbers

Jaylen Brown has been in the conversation for the MVP Award throughout the course of the 2025-26 NBA season. The Boston Celtics revealed his thoughts on potentially getting the annual award.

Jayson Tatum News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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?

Jaylen Brown News / Field Level Media / April 9

Celtics rule out star G Jaylen Brown vs. Knicks

The Boston Celtics will be without star guard Jaylen Brown on Thursday as they vie to clinch the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference against the host New York Knicks.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 9

Derrick White’s Joe Mazzulla revelation proves he’s a true sicko

It’s been quite a season for the Boston Celtics. They are the second-best team in the East at 54-25, and Derrick White has been their defensive anchor.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / April 9

Why Boston Celtics Will Win East, Advance to NBA Finals

To some degree, Jaylen Brown will not like reading praise about the Boston Celtics. “I like when my back is against the wall,” Brown said during a road trip to Los Angeles earlier this season.

Jordan Walsh News / The Lead / April 8

Jordan Walsh Embodies Celtics’ ‘Stay Ready’ Mindset

Earning consistent playing time under Joe Mazzulla is not easy. In his first few seasons as head coach of the Boston Celtics, he maintained strict rotations.

Boston Celtics News / HITC / April 8

What Joe Mazzulla had to say after Giannis Antetokounmpo praised his Celtics’ culture

Joe Mazzulla has responded after Giannis Antetokounmpo openly praised the Boston Celtics’ culture, highlighting what he believes truly drives success in the NBA.

Boston Celtics News / Stadium Rant / April 8

For The Boston Celtics, Now Is Not The Time To Celebrate — But Let’s Celebrate

By no means is it time to celebrate. Nobody’s looking, though, so let’s celebrate just a little. The Boston Celtics are headed to the playoffs. To be clear, making it to the playoffs in and of itself is nothing to write home about — especially in this city.

Brad Stevens News / The Spun / April 7

Will Brad Stevens Return To College Basketball? Here's What He Said

It seems like Brad Stevens is constantly mentioned as a potential candidate for the top coaching jobs in college hoops, and yet, he continues to run basketball operations for the Boston Celtics.

Ron Harper News / Hoops Rumors / April 4

Celtics To Sign Ron Harper Jr. To Two-Year Deal

The Celtics will sign Ron Harper Jr. to a two-year contract, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports (Twitter link). Harper, who is currently on a two-way deal, has played 26 games for the Celtics this season, after spending the previous three years with the Raptors and Pistons.

Robert Parish News / Yardbarker / April 1