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Payton Pritchard scored a game-high 23 points and Jaylen Brown finished with 20 to lead the Boston Celtics to a 102-94 victory over the visiting Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night.

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Celtics spoil Jrue Holiday’s return, beat Trail Blazers 102-94

The Boston Celtics hosted the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. Former Celtics guard Jrue Holiday suited up against the C’s for the first time since his June 23rd, 2025 trade.

Paul Pierce News / EssentiallySports / January 26

Celtics Legend Paul Pierce Faces Paternity Lawsuit After Ignoring Woman’s Plea

Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce has landed in deep trouble as the former NBA champion has been hit with a paternity lawsuit from a woman named Princess Santiago, who is claiming that she is the mother of Pierce’s unborn child.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 26

Derrick White tricks Jrue Holiday with textbook shot fake

The Boston Celtics came into their game against the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday looking to get back in the win column following their loss to the Chicago Bulls.

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The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?

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Boston Celtics News / The SportsRush / January 26

Kobe Bryant Sought Dwyane Wade’s Help to Take Down Celtics in 2010

The LA Lakers’ 2010 NBA title felt like a release rather than just another banner. After beating the Magic for a ring a year earlier, that Finals run against the Celtics was Kobe Bryant reminding everyone exactly who he was.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Ron Harper News / CelticsBlog / January 26

Celtics youngster selected for All-Star weekend Rising Star game

BOSTON — Boston Celtics two-way player Ron Harper Jr. has been selected to participate in the 2026 Castrol Rising Stars challenge as one of 7 G League players, the NBA announced on Monday.

Jayson Tatum News / Sneakers on SI / January 26

Jayson Tatum's 'Celtics' Shoes are 25% Off Online

Despite Jayson Tatum missing all of the season so far, the Boston Celtics are second in the Eastern Conference standings. Also, Tatum's signature Jordan Brand basketball shoes remain as popular as ever.

Jaylen Brown News / Boston Celtics on SI / January 26

Jaylen Brown's signature shot has abandoned him, so he's adjusting to find ways to score

Jaylen Brown has been great this season in the primary role for the Boston Celtics. He’s hovered between third and fifth in most MVP rankings, and he was voted an All-Star starter for the first time in his career. A big reason for Brown’s offensive success was the incredible efficiency of his mid-range shot.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / January 26

New Celtics injury report means rookie center could see extended opportunity vs Blazers

BOSTON — Both Neemias Queta and Luka Garza are dealing with a non-COVID illness and are questionable to play in the Celtics’ Monday night game against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / January 26

Scouting Amari Williams: Breaking down the Boston Celtics rookie's first start

Amari Williams earned the first start of his young NBA career after giving Boston some important clutch minutes in Brooklyn. The almost 24-year-old big (his birthday is on Wednesday) has been playing well for the Maine Celtics in the G League, averaging 17.3 points, 11.8 rebounds, and 4.4 assists.

Jayson Tatum News / EssentiallySports / January 26

Celtics to Take Drastic $27.6M Decision as Jayson Tatum’s Return Nears

The Boston Celtics are back in business. They’re reportedly looking to reinforce their frontcourt at the trade deadline. Now why would they rock the boat when the current squad has taken them to the second seed in the East?

Anfernee Simons News / Hardwood Heroics / January 26

NBA Trade Rumors: Anfernee Simons’ $27.6M Expiring Contract Sparks Celtics’ Pursuit of Top Centers

Anfernee Simons and the Boston Celtics have surprised everyone with their strong play in the 2025-26 NBA season. Over the summer, the Celtics lost Jrue Holiday, Al Horford, Kristaps Porzingis and Luke Kornet.

Anfernee Simons News / Field Level Media / January 25

Anfernee Simons making case for Boston as Celtics prep for Blazers

Guard Anfernee Simons is frequently linked to trade rumors, but he's making it difficult for the Boston Celtics to move him. Simons and the Celtics will meet the visiting Portland Trail Blazers on Monday, two days after he came off the bench to score 21 points in 28 minutes during a 114-111 loss to Chicago.

Jaylen Brown News / Fadeaway World / January 24

Celtics Fall To Game-Winning Three-Pointer; Bulls Spoil Jaylen Brown’s Big Night

After battling back and forth all night, Boston watched a late defensive breakdown turn into a dagger three from Chicago in the closing seconds, sealing a 114-111 loss that stung even more because of how hard they fought to stay in it.

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NBA News / Ball Exclusives / January 24

Celtics survive 2-OT thriller against Nets

Friday saw the Boston Celtics grab a 130-126 victory after two overtimes against the Brooklyn Nets. The game saw 28 lead changes with both teams holding a double-digit lead at one point.

Boston Celtics News / NBA Analysis Network / January 24

Celtics rookies Hugo Gonzalez and Amari Williams rescue Boston in wild double OT win over Nets

The Boston Celtics beat the Brooklyn Nets in double overtime Friday night, and it was a pair of rookies who made the biggest plays. Without Jayson Tatum, Boston needed someone to step up.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 24

Celtics playing at 'high level' heading into encounter vs. Bulls

Torrid long-range shooting boosted the Boston Celtics to victory in the first leg of a road back-to-back amid significant struggles on the glass. On Saturday, the Celtics will hope to have a more complete effort as they visit the surging Chicago Bulls less than 24 hours after a 130-126 double-overtime win in Brooklyn.

Amari Williams News / Boston Celtics on SI / January 24

Amari Williams stepped off a plane, into Barclays Center, and was huge in Boston's win in Brooklyn

Amari Williams played five minutes for the Celtics Friday night in Brooklyn. He made one shot, one free throw, had one assist, and one block. He was huge.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 24

Jaylen Brown talks about setting a ‘precedent’ for Boston Celtics basketball by playing hard

Jaylen Brown’s message after the Boston Celtics gritty double-overtime win in Brooklyn was clear — effort is non-negotiable for the Green team, regardless of circumstance.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / January 23

Eastern Conference Team Surprisingly Expected To Be Aggressive At Trade Deadline, Analyzing 3 Players Who Make Sense

The Boston Celtics have been the biggest surprise in the Eastern Conference. As a result, the Celtics are likely to be buyers rather than sellers, as originally believed at the start of the season, NBA Insider Zach Lowe believes.

Jayson Tatum News / EssentiallySports / January 23

Celtics Make Major Trade Decision Ahead of Jayson Tatum Injury Return

The Boston Celtics have been one of the biggest surprises of the season. Despite superstar Jayson Tatum going down with an Achilles injury in the team’s playoff run last year, they’ve been one of the leaders in the Eastern Conference, sitting at the #2 seed.

Derrick White News / Athlon Sports / January 22

Celtics Announce Derrick White News After 42 Games Played

Derrick White has played in 42 of the Boston Celtics' 43 games so far, averaging 17.6 points, 4.2 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.5 blocks. With Jayson Tatum still out after his Achilles injury in May last year, White has stepped up and has since become Boston's second-best player behind Jaylen Brown.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 23

Five NBA players who could change teams at the trade deadline

Here are five players likely to change teams before the deadline of Feb. 5.

Giannis Antetokounmpo's frustration with Bucks at 'all-time high'

Giannis puts Bucks teammates on blast

Antetokounmpo curiously leaves game amid drama with Bucks

Warriors mulling Jonathan Kuminga trade for former Golden State All-Star

Tyrese Haliburton pulls an unusual move amid Pacers-Thunder rematch

Jayson Tatum News / Hoops Wire / January 21

Celtics continue to do more than survive as they wait on Jayson Tatum

This was supposed to be a bridge year for the Celtics. A reset of sorts. A season to stay afloat while Jayson Tatum rehabbed a torn Achilles suffered during last year’s playoff run.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / January 19

Celtics’ Anfernee Simons quietly building trade stock

The Celtics may have learned something Thursday night, and it came from a place they were not necessarily expecting. Anfernee Simons delivered his best game of the season in a 119-114 win over the Miami Heat, pouring in 39 points and completely taking over the fourth quarter.