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NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 21
The Biggest Mistakes the Boston Celtics Made During Collapse vs. Detroit Pistons
There is a lot of hand-wringing over the Boston Celtics blow 22-point lead in their season-opening loss to the Pistons. Obviously, the made plenty of mistakes along the way, so I wanted to take a closer look at what those were.
Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 21
Jayson Tatum draws Scottie Pippen comparison after Celtics’ first game of season
On Tuesday afternoon, the Boston Celtics fell to 0-1 with a huge blown lead against the Detroit Pistons on the road. It was a particularly bad game for star Jayson Tatum, who shot just 6-23 from the field in the loss and laid several bricks down the stretch as Boston attempted to make a late rally.
Boston Celtics News / Fadeaway World / October 21
Stephen A. Smith Calls Out Jayson Tatum For Not Stopping Celtics From Trading Jaylen Brown
Stephen A. Smith thinks Jayson Tatum could have stopped the Boston Celtics from trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers. After the Celtics blew
The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz
Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
NBA News / CelticsBlog / October 21
Failure to rebound spells Celtics’ doom in season opener vs. Pistons 
The Boston Celtics’ season opener against the Detroit Pistons started with nerves and excitement followed by confidence and joy, but ultimately resulted in sheer disappointment.
Paul George News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21
Paul George opens up on his health after his historic Celtics debut
Paul George had quite an introduction to Boston Celtics fans, but the journey to his historic performance on Tuesday wasn’t as easy as it looked. In his first game in a Celtics uniform, the nine-time NBA All-Star put on a show, albeit in a 121-113 loss to the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich.
Jayson Tatum News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21
Jokes pour in after Jayson Tatum’s stinker in Celtics season opener
Jayson Tatum’s awful performance in the Boston Celtics’ season opener gave the haters the material they craved. Tatum was simply not himself in Boston’s
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / October 21
Old Habits: Takeaways From Celtics/Pistons
Not the start we all had in mind. Old habits die hard, and for the Boston Celtics, that habit is letting go of the rope once they’ve built themselves a comfortable lead.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 21
Boston Celtics Player Grades After Disappointing Collapse versus Detroit Pistons
The Boston Celtics had a lead as big as 22 points in the third quarter of their season opener against Detroit, but their defense collapsed after that and
Paul George News / Stadium Rant / October 21
Celtics Vs. Pistons: Paul George Scores 38 In Detroit’s Comeback Win
It was a strong season opener for 36-year-old Paul George, who helped lead the Boston Celtics despite a 121-113 loss to the Pistons on the road. Boston was in control early and had the upper hand for most of the game.
Mitchell Robinson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 21
Celtics’ Mitchell Robinson shares injury update after tweaking ankle vs. Pistons
Mitchell Robinson drew the start in his first official game for the Boston Celtics, their season-opener against the Detroit Pistons. In the second quarter of what would be a 121-113 loss, Robinson appeared to tweak his ankle on a battle for a loose ball.
NBA News / EasySportz / October 21
Celtics Blow 22 Point Lead in Season Opening Loss to Pistons
The Boston Celtics opened the 2026-27 NBA season with a disappointing 121-113 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday, blowing a 22 point lead despite a spectacular debut from Paul George.
Paul George News / Hoops Wire / October 21
Paul George dismisses record Celtics debut: ‘It means nothing’
Paul George delivered the highest-scoring debut in Celtics history. He wasn’t interested in celebrating it. “I’m not a moral victory guy,” George said, via The Associated Press.
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / October 20
Paul George rediscovered 'pop' while making Celtics history in Boston debut
Who would've guessed beleaguered forward Paul George would set a franchise record in his debut with the Boston Celtics?
Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 20
What Went Right and Wrong as Boston Celtics Blow 22-Point Lead in Loss to Detroit
The Boston Celtics got out to a sloppy start but Jayson Tatum started distributing and Payton Pritchard settled down a frantic offense to take a lead after the first quarter.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 20
Celtics' Jayson Tatum starts 2026-27 NBA season with quiet 13-point performance vs. Pistons
After trading guard Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason, the Boston Celtics want Tatum to cement himself as a clear No. 1. He didn't look ready to assume that role in Boston's 121-113 loss to the Detroit Pistons in the Celtics season opener on Tuesday.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / October 20
How Mitchell Robinson fared on his Boston Celtics debut in NBA season opener vs Detroit Pistons
Mitchell Robinson began his new stint with the Boston Celtics in their season opener against the Detroit Pistons. On the night his former New York Knicks teammates were collecting their Championship Rings and raising the banner at Madison Square Garden, Mitchell Robinson was embracing his new start with the Boston Celtics.
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / October 20
Celtics’ opening-day collapse to Pistons was all too familiar
The Boston Celtics began a new era on Tuesday afternoon against the Detroit Pistons.
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / October 20
Celtics’ trade for Paul George already paying huge dividends
At least for one day, the trade is looking much better for the Celtics than anyone expected.
Payton Pritchard News / Athlon Sports / October 20
Celtics Veteran Reveals Unexpected Payton Pritchard Moment Before NBA Season
The Boston Celtics have no shortage of recognizable names entering the 2026-27 NBA season, but one of the team’s most interesting relationships might involve two guards at very different stages of their careers.
Kendrick Perkins News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21
Kendrick Perkins gets brutally honest on Celtics’ NBA title hopes
Can the Boston Celtics make an NBA Finals run even without Jaylen Brown? Former Celtics big man Kendrick Perkins certainly doesn’t think so, and he let his feelings be known during an episode of “First Take” ahead of NBA Opening Night.
Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / October 17
Celtics Waive Four Camp Invitees
The Celtics have finalized a series of cuts, placing Hayden Gray, Milos Uzan, Gabe McGlothan, and Tucker DeVries on waivers, according to NBA.com’s transaction log.
Devin Carter News / Hoops Rumors / October 17
Celtics Converting Devin Carter To Two-Way Contract
Former lottery pick Devin Carter is having his Exhibit 10 contract converted to a two-way deal by the Celtics, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
Payton Pritchard News / Yardbarker / October 13
Celtics get a bargain with Payton Pritchard extension
He'd clearly get more on the open market, but Pritchard wanted to stay in Boston and get life-changing money, rather than test free agency in 2028.
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / October 12
Celtics' starting lineup questions don't need just one answer
An embarrassment of riches isn't a bad spot to be in, and that seems to be where Joe Mazzulla and the Celtics find themselves with a new season just a week away.
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