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Rockets’ Godfather Jaylen Brown trade offer that would force Celtics to consider blockbuster

The Houston Rockets were the centerpiece of the biggest trade in NBA history last year, a seven-team deal that landed them Kevin Durant. Even after landing one of the best players in NBA history, Houston wasn’t able to get past the first round of the playoffs.

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NBA Notes: Celtics, Jaylen Brown, Clippers, Cavs, James Harden

The Celtics continue to be linked to offseason questions surrounding Jaylen Brown’s future. While there has been no indication Boston is actively shopping Brown, speculation about a possible blockbuster trade has resurfaced following a disappointing season and reports suggesting Brown may be unhappy with the current situation.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 3

Hawks’ Godfather Jaylen Brown trade offer that would force Celtics to consider blockbuster

This offseason is likely to see some big-time superstars switch teams via the trade market. While most blockbusters in recent years have seen superstars traded for draft capital, it is possible that some of the best players in the league will be swapped for one another this offseason.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 3

Pelicans added to list of Jaylen Brown suitors

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown is eligible for a contract extension this offseason, and with it have come rumors, no matter how accurate or not, that the Celtics could look into a potential trade.

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The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

How many of the most recent players to score at least 30 points in an NBA Finals game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?NOTE: The Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, have never made the NBA Finals, while no Kings player scored 30 in their lone appearance (1951).

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 3

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Celtics ‘intrigue’ keeps trade buzz alive

Trade speculation surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Boston Celtics continues to persist, with a recent report from The Athletic indicating there remains intrigue between the sides despite public efforts to downplay the possibility.

Jaylen Brown News / Hoops Wire / June 3

Report: Pelicans interested in trade for Celtics’ Jaylen Brown

The Pelicans appear to be searching for a major offseason splash. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, New Orleans has interest in Celtics star Jaylen Brown as trade speculation continues to swirl around Boston following its surprising first-round playoff exit.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / June 3

Battle of the bands: could the Celtics go the good vibes route and put together their own version of the Nova Knicks?

Upfront, I’ll admit that I’m a sentimental guy. I love nostalgia and in Boston, basketball is a brotherhood. How many times have you seen alumni visiting the Auerbach Center and talking to the team or lining the front rows of TD Garden during a playoff game?

Jaylen Brown News / Larry Brown Sports / June 2

Jaylen Brown is being linked to surprising new team

Jaylen Brown might end up on a team that has been doing a lot of losing in recent years. The New Orleans Pelicans have interest in acquiring the Boston Celtics star Brown via trade this offseason, Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer revealed during a livestream on Tuesday.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / June 2

Latest Celtics Trade Rumor Called 'Absolute Insanity.' There's a Good Reason Why

Welcome to June, when the trade rumors start challenging mosquitoes in the race to be the most annoying thing flying around you at all times. Unfortunately

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / The Lead / June 1

Celtics Can’t Afford to Overpay for Giannis Antetokounmpo

When a talent like Giannis Antetokounmpo becomes available, it’s organizational malpractice not to at least discuss a way to bring him in. Rumors about the Milwaukee Bucks superstar wanting out have circulated for years.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Max Shulga News / CelticsBlog / June 1

CelticsBlog exit interview: Max Shulga is good at everything, but not great at anything

Max Shulga’s season is tricky to give a definitive grade. He spent the vast bulk of the season with Maine and appeared in just 11 NBA games, playing a minuscule 3.3 minutes per outing.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / June 1

A call to arms: depth becomes key component in Western Conference Finals

Throughout the regular season, previously unproven players stepped up in the absence of Jayson Tatum and the rest of the departed championship core. It was Neemias Queta stepping into the starting lineup for Al Horford and Kristaps Porzingis and Luka Garza being a nightly Tommy Award candidate.

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Jayson Tatum News / Celtics Life / June 1

Jayson Tatum 2025-2026 season and playoffs highlight reel

Jayson Tatum’s 2025-2026 season was defined by his early comeback from his Achilles tendon rupture during last year's playoffs. Tatum missed 66 regular-season games, making his triumphant return on March 6th.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / May 31

What the Boston Celtics Can Learn From the Spurs-Thunder Conference Finals

The San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder put on a quite a show for seven games of the Western Conference Finals, giving fans a tantalizing preview

Ron Harper News / HITC / May 31

Dylan Harper opens up on advice from five-time NBA champion father after Game 7

Ron Harper knows the road his son Dylan Harper is trying to travel, having won five NBA titles across the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers dynasties.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / May 29

Does a Boston Celtics Reunion with Robert Williams III Make Sense?

If there's one thing Boston Celtics fans love more than anything, it’s contemplating reunions with former players. Anfernee Simons had a nice stint with Boston last season and now there are a fair amount of people pushing to get him back.

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