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Joe Mazzulla: 'My Stupidity' To Blame for Boston Celtics Slow Start In Win Over Miami

BOSTON — Things were not going well for the Celtics in the first half against Miami Friday night. They were trying to work a new guy into the lineup, maneuvering guys into different configurations after losing a key bench scorer, and spinning their wheels offensively.

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Celtics Depth Chart: Boston’s Lineup After Busy Trade Deadline Revealed

BOSTON — The insanity of the NBA trade deadline has passed, and the Boston Celtics were among its most active teams. They made four trades to reshape their roster and shave more than $325 million off their tax bill.

Nikola Vucevic News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 7

Boston Celtics Erase 22-Point Deficit, Nikola Vucevic Double-Double to Beat Miami: Three Reasons Why They Won

BOSTON — The Celtics went from looking terrible to looking amazing as they went from down 22 to up five late in the game, holding on for a 98-96 win over the Miami Heat.

Nikola Vucevic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 6

Celtics’ Nikola Vucevic goes to work for Boston in debut vs. Heat

The Boston Celtics didn’t take long to see the “Nikola Vucevic Effect” in action. Just days after acquiring the veteran big man from the Chicago Bulls for Anfernee Simons, Vucevic made his debut on Friday night and provided the steady hand the team needed to pull off a gritty comeback win against the Miami Heat.

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NBA News / CelticsBlog / February 6

Celtics comeback to beat the Heat, 98-96

After a rough first half in which the Celtics were 1 for 20 from three, Boston rode a strong third quarter to beat the rival Miami Heat, 98-96. It was one of the biggest comebacks of the season for the Celtics, who trailed by 21 at halftime.

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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 / Field Level Media / February 6

Celtics overcome slow start to beat Heat, extend win streak to 5

Jaylen Brown scored 29 points and Payton Pritchard finished with 24 as the Boston Celtics overcame a 22-point deficit to defeat the visiting Miami Heat 98-96 Friday night.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 6

Celtics’ Brad Stevens explains ‘no pressure’ approach to Jayson Tatum’s injury return

Brad Stevens explained the Boston Celtics’ approach to having Jayson Tatum stay on the right track with his recovery process throughout the 2025-26 season.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 6

Brad Stevens reveals Celtics’ openness to future spending

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics were very busy at the trade deadline, but they weren’t exactly big spenders. Rather, they traded away minor contracts, saved money, and ducked under the luxury tax after being far above it over the summer.

Baylor Scheierman News / CelticsBlog / February 6

Celtics latest addition marks a reunion between two old friends

BOSTON — Amid all the chao of Thursday’s NBA midseason tradeline deadline, the Celtics traded for two-way player John Tonje. Tonje, who was drafted by the Utah Jazz 53rd overall in June, was in the middle of standout season with the Salt Lake City stars when he learned he was traded.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 6

Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce clash over Celtics’ success before Big Three

Former Boston Celtics stars Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce engaged in a pointed on-air debate over the franchise’s direction before the formation of the Big Three during the latest episode of KG Certified, revisiting long-standing disagreements about Boston’s success prior to their 2008 title run.

NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / February 6

Miami Heat at Boston Celtics Preview, Prediction & Odds | February 6, 2026

With the NBA season heating up, the Miami Heat are heading to TD Garden to take on the Boston Celtics and help bettors win cash for tonight’s game. The Celtics are on a hot streak and could continue their strong February, while the Heat are trying to stop a potential losing streak after a weak trade deadline.

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Boston Celtics Trade A Unique Opportunity For Nikola Vucevic, Which Includes 'Re-wiring My Brain'

BOSTON — Nikola Vucevic is starting over. He’s 15 years into his NBA career and he’s never won a playoff series. He’s been on two winning teams, the most

Brad Stevens News / Boston Celtics on SI / February 6

Brad Stevens Explains Boston Celtics Trade Deadline Moves

Brad Stevens and the Boston Celtics front office were active at the trade deadline, ultimately moving away four players, adding Nikola Vucevic from the Chicago Bulls, and getting under the tax line. On Friday, Stevens held a news conference to explain the moves. “Obviously this summer we had to get under the second apron,” he said.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / February 6

The $325 million miracle that shaped the Celtics’ trade deadline

BOSTON — The insanity of the NBA trade deadline has passed, and the Boston Celtics stayed active throughout. The Celtics made four trades to reshape their roster and shave more than $325 million off their tax bill.

Chris Boucher News / Field Level Media / February 6

Celtics trade F Chris Boucher to Jazz

Two days after acquiring center Nikola Vucevic, the Boston Celtics traded forward Chris Boucher to the Utah Jazz on Thursday. Guard John Tonje heads to Boston, while Utah also receives a second-round draft pick and cash.

Jaylen Brown News / Athlon Sports / February 5

Jaylen Brown Injury Update Emerges After Missing 1 Game

Jaylen Brown was out of action for the Boston Celtics on Wednesday due to multiple injuries. The 29-year-old was dealing with tightness in his left hamstring and a sore right knee, forcing him to sit out the game against the Houston Rockets.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / February 5

Celtics Agree To Trade Tillman, Cash To Hornets

More than an hour after the trade deadline passed, word of another deal has trickled in. According to Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link), the Celtics reached an agreement to send center Xavier Tillman Sr.

Chris Boucher News / Hoops Wire / February 5

NBA Trade Notes: Jazz, Chris Boucher, Lonzo Ball, Celtics, tax

The Jazz are adding frontcourt depth while helping the Celtics trim their tax bill. According to Shams Charania of ESPN, Utah has agreed to acquire veteran big man Chris Boucher from Boston.

Josh Minott News / Hoops Rumors / February 5

Celtics To Trade Josh Minott To Nets

The Celtics are trading Josh Minott to the Nets, Shams Charania reports for ESPN (Twitter link). According to Erik Slater of ClutchPoints (Twitter link), no additional players or draft picks are involved in the deal.

Amari Williams News / Hoops Rumors / February 5

Celtics To Promote Rookie Amari Williams To 15-Man Roster

The Celtics are promoting rookie two-way player Amari Williams, Marc Stein of The Stein Line tweets. Williams has agreed to a two-year, $2.7MM standard contract.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 6

Warriors trade for Kristaps Porzingis in a blockbuster move

Kristaps Porzingis is headed back to the Western Conference.

Warriors HC Steve Kerr addresses potential Draymond Green trade

Hornets swing trade for sixth man, acquire Coby White from Bulls

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NBA News / Yardbarker / February 4

Nikola Vucevic deserves to finally play for a contender

The new Celtics big man is in his 15th NBA season and has played in only 16 playoff games.

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Beyond the Hardwood: Why the Boston Celtics are Turning to the Ring for Banner 19 Conditioning

In the modern NBA, the grind doesn't end when the final buzzer sounds at TD Garden. For a team like the Boston Celtics, who are perpetually in the hunt for another championship, the traditional off-season routine of "just shooting jumpers" has become a relic of the past.