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NBA World Comments On Boston Celtics Losing Key Player

Luke Kornet established himself as one of the most important players on the Boston Celtics over the last two seasons. He finished this past year with averages of 6.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.0 blocks per contest while shooting 66.8% from the field in 73 games.

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Cavs, Knicks Among Teams Expressing Interest In Al Horford

The Cavaliers, Nuggets, Knicks and Warriors are among the teams expressing interest in Celtics free agent big man Al Horford, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

Luka Garza News / Total Apex Sports / June 30

Boston Celtics-Luka Garza Agree On 2-Year Deal

The Boston Celtics and young Center Luka Garza agreed on a two-year $5.5 million contract on Monday evening. He is coming off a season with the Minnesota Timberwolves where he did not receive much playing time.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30

Hawks reloading in suddenly wide-open Eastern Conference

The Atlanta Hawks gave up De'Andre Hunter at the trade deadline in what looked like a give-up trade. Instead, the move kicked off a retooling that makes the Hawks look dangerous in a wide-open Eastern Conference.

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Timberwolves seem to be in win-now mode after latest move

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Fifteen different players have won multiple NBA Most Valuable Player honors. How many can you name?

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Every NBA Finals MVP winner

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Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / June 30

Celtics add Luka Garza following Luke Kornet's signing with Spurs

The Celtics made an attempt to retain Luke Kornet, but the center ended up getting offers out of Brad Stevens' conmfort range and is moving on to San Antonio on a four year, $41 million contract.

Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / June 30

Boston Celtics Sign 4-Year NBA Player

Luka Garza has spent all four seasons of his pro career with the Minnesota Timberwolves. On Monday night, the former Iowa star become a free agent. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Garza will now sign a deal with the Boston Celtics.

Luke Kornet News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

Spurs to sign key Celtics depth player to a four-year deal

He has played the last 3.5 seasons with the Celtics, carving out a role for himself as a valuable third-string center and averaging 10.2 minutes over the course of Boston’s title run in 2024.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Lakers Preparing to Meet With Celtics NBA Champion

With the Boston Celtics now under the NBA's second tax apron, their next priority is keeping their free agent big men Al Horford and Luke Kornet. It could be tricky for them to keep either of them, let alone both, as they will likely have markets.

Jayson Tatum News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum seen going hard in the gym during Achilles rehab

Just over six weeks after having surgery for a torn Achilles tendon, Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum is already back in the gym, tackling the early stages of a lengthy rehab journey.

Paul Pierce News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Paul Pierce Assigns Blame for Recent Trades by the Boston Celtics

Former Boston Celtics star Paul Pierce doesn't shy away from making headlines with his hot takes, and there's a reason why he's known as "The Truth," even if he's only expressing his opinions.

Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / June 30

NBA Fans Send Love To Boston Celtics Coach Joe Mazzulla

Joe Mazzulla has been the coach of the Boston Celtics for each of the previous three seasons. On Monday, he is celebrating his 37th brirthday. Via The Boston Celtics: "Happy birthday Joe ☘️" Many NBA fans sent love to Mazzulla on social media.

Al Horford News / Athlon Sports / June 30

New report emerges on Al Horford’s Celtics decision

Al Horford will enter unrestricted free agency for the first time since 2019. The last time that happened, he left the Boston Celtics for their division rival, the Philadelphia 76ers.

Celtics have enormous demand in Derrick White trade talks

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Derrick White News / Larry Brown Sports / June 29

Celtics have enormous demand in Derrick White trade talks

The Boston Celtics are making it very clear that they want to keep Derrick White for next season. The Celtics have a massive asking price in trade talks surrounding White, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.

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Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Celtics Make $2 Million Move Before NBA Free Agency

The Boston Celtics have already achieved their biggest offseason goal: getting under the NBA's second tax apron. Now they have other priorities to turn to, like keeping unrestricted free agents Al Horford and Luke Kornet.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / June 29

Celtics exercising option on 2024-25 G League MVP

His $2.27M salary for next season is fully non-guaranteed, so the move doesn’t necessarily mean that Celtics will retain the 22-year-old guard.

Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / June 29

NBA Legend Dwyane Wade Reveals Thoughts On Boston Celtics Trade

Last week, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that the Boston Celtics and Portland Trail Blazers had made a trade. As part of the deal, the Celtics landed Anfernee Simons.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 28

Why Dwyane Wade absolutely loves Celtics’ Anfernee Simons trade

With Jayson Tatum set to undergo a lengthy Achilles recovery, the Boston Celtics have made multiple huge moves to avoid luxury tax and second apron penalties.

Kevin Garnett News / The SportsRush / June 28

'We Trying to Win or Are We Trying to Save Money?': Kevin Garnett Boldly Questions Celtics’ New Owners’ Intention

Championship windows close just as quickly as they open in the NBA. The Boston Celtics had all the makings of becoming the league’s next dynasty. Following their 2024 title, they brought back their entire roster in hopes of repeating.

Anfernee Simons News / Fadeaway World / June 28

Celtics May Flip Anfernee Simons To Free Up Room For Two Key Stars

The Boston Celtics’ whirlwind offseason may not be finished just yet. After trading away Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis to clear salary and reshape the roster, Boston is reportedly exploring yet another cost-cutting move, this time centered on newly acquired guard Anfernee Simons.

Boston Celtics News / Hardwood Heroics / June 28

'Not Sure Where All That Reporting Came From' – Boston Celtics Exec Shuts Down Trade Talks Involving Jaylen Brown and Derrick White

Boston Celtics assistant general manager Mike Zarren recently debunked reports about the team listening to offers for Jaylen Brown or Derrick White. In an interview with The Athletic’s Jared Weiss, Zarren reiterated that they never wanted to trade them in the first place.

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / June 28