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Blazers’ Jrue Holiday fires back at ‘miserable, unhappy’ speculation about Celtics trade

When the 2024 champion Boston Celtics traded Jrue Holiday to the Portland Blazers, many assumed the veteran guard was disgruntled about the move. For some veterans, moving on from a title-contending team amidst the latter stages of an NBA career isn’t ideal.

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Celtics to convert Ron Harper Jr. to two-way contract

The Celtics are making a move to keep Ron Harper Jr. in the fold. After waiving rookie RJ Luis on Wednesday, Boston plans to convert Harper to a two-way contract, his agent Drew Gross told Shams Charania of ESPN.

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16

Son of five-time NBA champion signs with Celtics

The Boston Celtics have made a new commitment to the son of a five-time NBA champion just before the start of the 2025-26 season. Ron Harper Jr. signed a two-way contract with the Celtics son Thursday, his agent told ESPN’s Shams Charania.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / October 16

Celtics converting Ron Harper Jr. to two-way deal

After waiving RJ Luis on Wednesday, the Celtics are poised to convert Ron Harper Jr. to a two-way contract.

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Jayson Tatum News / Sneakers on SI / October 16

Jayson Tatum Welcomes Fans to 4 Cities in Rare Sneaker Pack

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is out of the lineup, but not the conversation. Tatum's signature sneaker line with Jordan Brand is going full steam ahead, which includes a limited-edition sneaker pack that spans the globe.

Neemias Queta News / CelticsBlog / October 16

Ten takeaways from Celtics vs. Raptors: Queta’s rise and Pritchard’s poise

Well, yes, Pritchard only made one bucket last night, but his offensive performance was still positive overall. While he couldn’t convert from three, his passing shone at TD Garden, especially in pick-and-roll situations.

Derrick White News / CelticsBlog / October 16

Derrick White’s preseason finale signals green pastures ahead for Celtics

The NBA preseason yields the perfect opportunity for players at every stage — from rookies to seasoned veterans — to make an impression, log valuable reps, and set the tone before Opening Night.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / October 16

Celtics swerve potential catastrophe to begin new season

The Boston Celtics have dodged a bullet.

Celtics coaches played the media in basketball and destroyed them

Son of five-time NBA champion signs with Celtics

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The best draft pick in the history of NBA franchise

The 'NBA yearly playoff assist leaders since 2000' quiz

Joe Mazzulla News / NBA Analysis Network / October 16

Joe Mazzulla says Boston Celtics star’s major improvement is inspiring, ‘why you get into coaching…’

Joe Mazzulla had high praise for one of his Boston Celtics players who has shown a lot of improvement, and even reminded him of his passion. Joe Mazzulla has a tall task ahead of him as he tries to coach the Boston Celtics through a difficult season where they don’t contend for an NBA championship.

Xavier Tillman News / CelticsBlog / October 16

The Celtics may have found their X-Factor

BOSTON — Xavier Tillman has repeatedly told reporters that he’s feeling much, much better. He’s down 12 pounds, is no longer dealing with knee swelling, and is eyeing a career season on a Celtics team that is lacking proven frontcourt options.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Celtics get encouraging Jaylen Brown sign amid injury scare

Wednesday night was quite eventful for the Boston Celtics. Head coach Joe Mazzulla got into it with Immanuel Quickley during their preseason tilt against the Toronto Raptors, while Xavier Tillman Sr.

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Xavier Tillman News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Celtics’ Xavier Tillman Sr. stuns Raptors with NBA preseason game-winner

To say that preseason in the NBA is meaningless would be disingenuous. But results rarely matter, as it is the process of getting into game speed and jelling with teammates that should take precedence for NBA teams.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / October 15

Celtics close out preseason with a 110-108 win over Raptors

The Celtics preseason finale was a fun one. After taking a big lead late, the Celtics let the game slip away before Xavier Tillman Sr. saved the day with a game winning floater over the Raptors.

Jaylen Brown News / Total Apex Sports / October 15

Boston Celtics Star Jaylen Brown Leaves Preseason Game With Injury

Just when you thought things couldn’t get any worse for the Boston Celtics, the universe decided to laugh maniacally and throw another wrench into their already sputtering engine.

Joe Mazzulla News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 15

Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla Slams Preseason Games

The Boston Celtics will play in their final preseason game on Wednesday when they take on their division rivals, the Toronto Raptors. More news: Celtics’

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 15

Celtics Receive Bleak Prediction Ahead of New Season

The Boston Celtics will soon begin their 2025-26 season, and it will be one to forget. Actually, it depends on who you ask. More news: Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla Doesn’t Hold Back on Players Needing to Stay Ready Many are pessimistic about the Celtics this season, while others are optimistic about their chances.

Jaylen Brown News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 15

Jaylen Brown Explains Why Celtics 'Need' New Free Agent Signing

The Boston Celtics have revamped their lineup considerably from the championship core that brought them a 64-18 record and a title in 2023-24 and a 61-21 finish and the East's No.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 15

Five NBA players who could make the leap to All-Star level in 2025-26

Last season's NBA All-Star Game was won by a veteran-heavy team featuring Steph Curry, Kevin Durant and other long-time veterans, but there's a passel of promising young players — and a few less-young players — ready to join them.

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Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / October 15

Celtics coaches played the media in basketball and destroyed them

The Boston Celtics’ coaching staff had a preseason game against the media on Tuesday, and it did not go well for the assembled reporters. Celtics writer Taylor Snow shared a video on X Tuesday that showed a clip from the game.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / October 13