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Celtics’ Jordan Walsh’s ‘messy’ mic drop right before hero shot vs. Magic

21-year-old Jordan Walsh drained arguably the most pivotal shot in the Boston Celtics’ 111-107 victory over the Orlando Magic on Sunday, and issued an intense directive that might have fueled a career night.

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Celtics Star Sends Clear Message on Next Goal After Career Season

The Boston Celtics likely didn't expect Payton Pritchard to eventually become their starting point guard when they drafted him in the first round of the 2020 NBA Draft.

Jaylen Brown News / CelticsBlog / November 10

“I believe in them”: Celtics lifted Jaylen Brown’s spirit in redemption win over Magic

The Celtics spent a taxing three-day weekend in Orlando. It began with a return to NBA Cup play, where the Celtics watched a fourth-quarter lead unravel into a nightmarish 26-14 Magic run on Friday night.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / November 10

Five Stats That Have Defined the Celtics’ Opening Month

The Celtics’ opening month has been a fascinating mix of grit, overachievement, and growing pains. Despite losing three key players from their 2024 championship team and missing franchise superstar Jayson Tatum, Boston remains competitive.

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Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 10

Anfernee Simons makes history, earns Jaylen Brown’s praise in win over Magic

ORLANDO — Anfernee Simons played just two minutes in the first half of Friday’s 123-110 loss to the Orlando Magic. The Celtics were outscored by 11 in that stretch, and Joe Mazzulla opted to give Jordan Walsh and Hugo Gonzalez more extended run.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Luka Garza News / CelticsBlog / November 10

Luka Garza shines in the Celtics win

Luka Garza’s first ten games as a Boston Celtic have had some ups and some downs. That is to be expected from a player on his third team in five years and has never had a regular rotation role.

Boston Celtics News / Total Apex Sports / November 10

Boston Celtics Edge Magic in a Nail-Biter Thanks to Late-Game Heroics 111-107

The air in Orlando’s Kia Center was thick with tension for the Boston Celtics, the kind you can only cut with a perfectly timed three-pointer. On a Sunday

Jaylen Brown News / The SportsRush / November 10

Gilbert Arenas Lauds Jaylen Brown for Silencing Doubters as Celtics’ Number 1 Option

When Jayson Tatum went down with a torn Achilles tendon in the 2025 ECSF against the New York Knicks, fears set in that the following campaign would be a painful affair.

Jordan Walsh News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 9

Celtics’ Jordan Walsh receives new nickname after heroics in win over Magic

Getting NBA minutes has been a battle for Boston Celtics wing Jordan Walsh, but he earned every one of them on Sunday night during a 111-107 road win over the Orlando Magic.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 9

Celtics rally in fourth quarter to split two-game set in Orlando

A fourth-quarter run and late flurry of 3-pointers helped the Boston Celtics take the second leg in a pair of road games with the Orlando Magic, 111-107 on Sunday.

Anfernee Simons News / CelticsBlog / November 9

Anfernee Simons catches fire early, Celtics outlast Magic, 111-107, in thriller

Anfernee Simons ignited the Celtics in the first half, Luka Garza shifted the momentum late and Jordan Walsh provided the finishing touches to steer the Celtics to a 111-107 road win over the Magic on Sunday.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 9

It just takes some time, Boston Celtics, you’re in the middle of the ride

Hey, don’t write this team off yet It’s only in your head, you feel left out (of the playoffs) Or in the tank They’ll try their best Try everything they

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 9

Celtics, Magic Make Final Decisions on Starting Lineups for Second Game in 3 Days

The Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic are facing off for the second time in three days. On Friday, the Celtics lost 110-123 to the Magic in an NBA Cup game.

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Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / November 9

Reviewing the 2026 Celtics through 10 games

We are 10 games into the 2025-2026 season, and the Celtics currently stand at 4-6, good for the 11th seed in the Eastern Conference. So far, the Celtics have played around expectations.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 9

3 Celtics Ruled Out for Rematch vs Magic

A trio of Boston Celtics players will miss out on the club's second game against the Orlando Magic in three days. Per Boston's official X account, the revamped Celtics sport a fairly clean injury report ahead of Sunday's rematch.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 8

Slumping Celtics seek revenge against Magic

After they squared off on Friday in NBA Cup group-stage play, the Orlando Magic host the Boston Celtics for the second time in as many games on Sunday.

Josh Minott News / The Lead / November 8

The Boston Celtics Should Extend Josh Minott

Josh Minott, who is set for a $2.8 million team option for the 2026-27 season, needs to be extended for the long term. After never starting a game in his first three seasons with Minnesota, Minott has been in the starting lineup 75 percent of the time for the Celtics in the early part of the campaign, and for good reason.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / November 8

NBA Legend Dwight Howard Has Unexpected Offer for Jaylen Brown

Jaylen Brown has received an offer from Dwight Howard amid his on-court struggles. The Boston Celtics star has been involved in at least three incidents

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / November 8

Orlando Magic Outlast the Boston Celtics In NBA Cup

The Boston Celtics, looking to assert their dominance in the new NBA Cup, walked into a buzzsaw in Orlando Friday night, falling to the Magic 123-110. It was a game that felt like a playoff rematch from last spring, only this time the Magic seemed to have found the cheat code.

Ja Morant News / Last Word On Sports / November 7

Celtics’ Next Big Move? A Swoop For Ja Morant

BOSTON — In the NBA, remaining still can be fatal. The best teams adjust, pivot, and seize unexpected openings. The Boston Celtics may now have that opportunity by pursuing Ja Morant in an unexpected swoop.

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / November 6

Celtics Rising: Why Boston Still Matters in NBA Futures Conversations

Picture Credit When Jayson Tatum ruptured his Achilles tendon during last season’s playoff run, many assumed the Boston Celtics’ upcoming season was effectively over.

Anfernee Simons News / HITC / November 6

Anfernee Simons shares his honest reaction to being traded to the Boston Celtics

Anfernee Simons is still settling into life with the Boston Celtics. The Celtics brought Simons over from the Portland Trail Blazers in a trade that sent Jrue Holiday the other way.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / November 6

Jaylen Brown reaches a level no Celtics player ever has before

While most experts are busy dismissing the Boston Celtics' chances to contend this season, Jaylen Brown is busy ignoring that noise and making history.

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Derrick White News / Fadeaway World / November 5

Derrick White Plays Below Expectations In First 8 Games; Ranked As Celtics’ Top Trade Asset

The start of this 2025-26 NBA season hasn’t quite gone according to plan for Boston Celtics guard Derrick White. With Jayson Tatum on the sidelines and the likes of Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis no longer on the team, White was expected to step up his game, and he has failed in that quest so far.

Payton Pritchard News / Last Word On Sports / November 4

Are The Boston Celtics Making a Mistake Starting Payton Pritchard?

The Boston Celtics turbulent start to the season has created questions surrounding the reigning Sixth Man of the Year: Payton Pritchard. Can he handle the burden of scoring for a Celtics team missing their best scorer?

Baylor Scheierman News / Hoops Rumors / October 30

Celtics picking up 2026-27 option on Baylor Scheierman

The Celtics will exercise their team option on Baylor Scheierman‘s rookie scale contract for the 2026/27 season ahead of Friday’s deadline, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).