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Jaylen Brown Has Jumped to No. 1 in MVP Race in December: Kendrick Perkins

Is the NBA MVP race already a wrap? Some people believe it is after Nikola Jokic went down with a hyperextended knee that will keep him out for at least a month.

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It’s Time to Reset Expectations for the Boston Celtics

The 2025-2026 Boston Celtics are exceeding even the most optimistic expectations. This season was supposed to be a retooling year and a gap year when the Celtics would finally pick inside the top-20 in the NBA Draft, maybe even quietly put their thumb on the scale and stealth-tank their way into the lottery.

Anfernee Simons News / CelticsBlog / January 7

Anfernee Simons and Celtics found each other at the perfect time

When we’re young and we do poorly on a math test, we start to believe that we’re “bad at math.” We beat ourselves up, wonder why we’re lagging compared to our peers and internalize comments that seem harmless to others but eat at us inside.

Ivica Zubac News / Larry Brown Sports / January 6

Clippers' Ivica Zubac linked to two recent NBA Finals teams in trade rumors

The LA Clippers’ top trade asset is drawing interest from a couple of notable teams.

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NBA News / The Predictors / January 6

Celtics take down Bulls 115-101

Anfernee Simons poured in a game-high 27 points and Payton Pritchard added 21 as the Boston Celtics used a dominant defensive first half to cruise past the Chicago Bulls, 115-101, on Monday night.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 6

NBA Rumors: Celtics, Anfernee Simons, Clippers, Ivica Zubac, Pacers

The Celtics continue to draw a firm line when it comes to Anfernee Simons. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Boston has been unwilling to attach a first-round pick to Simons in order to simply move off his contract for tax relief.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / January 6

Three Celtics NBA Trade Deadline Narratives to Monitor Before February 5

The Boston Celtics weren't supposed to be back at the top of the Eastern Conference, but with the calendar turning to 2026, that's where they find themselves ahead of the February 5 NBA trade deadline.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / January 6

Injury report reveals Celtics could face very shorthanded Nuggets team

BOSTON — The Celtics (23-12) will look to make it five straight wins when they face the Denver Nuggets (24-12) on Wednesday night at 7pm at TD Garden. Boston enters the matchup relatively healthy; they’ll only be without Jayson Tatum, who continues to recover from a ruptured Achilles tendon, and Josh Minott, who is out with a left ankle sprain.

Boston Celtics News / The Lead / January 6

Hugo Gonzalez Is Yet Another Young Boston Celtic to Step Up

After a look at the stat sheet after the final buzzer of a Boston Celtics game, chances are there are a few noticeable things. Perhaps it would be yet another Jaylen Brown 30+ point game, or a Derrick White three-point shooting clinic.

Joe Mazzulla News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 6

Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla says quiet part out loud about ugly win over injured Bulls

BOSTON — On Saturday night, Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown put on a 50-point performance that fans are sure to remember, as he delivered an offensive masterclass that helped the C’s crush the Los Angeles Clippers, 146-115.

Anfernee Simons News / Boston Celtics on SI / January 6

Celtics Getting More Clarity on Potential Trade Piece Anfernee Simons

The Boston Celtics destroyed the Chicago Bulls on Monday night at the TD Garden, 115-101, and they had two 20-point scorers in the process. Shockingly, neither was the red-hot Jaylen Brown, who, with 14 points, scored below 20 for the first time since November.

Jayson Tatum News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 6

No Jayson Tatum, no problem?! Celtics move past Knicks for No. 2 in East

On Monday night, the Boston Celtics improved to 23-12 with a comfortable home win over the Chicago Bulls, 115-101. The big hero of this game was Anfernee Simons, who poured in 27 points, more than making up for a rare off night from Jaylen Brown on the heels of his 50-point performance against the Los Angeles Clippers over the weekend.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / January 6

Boston Celtics cap Q&A with former CelticsBlogger and Spotrac’s Keith Smith

I think by now most understand the dangers of the dreaded 2nd apron. However, I’ll sheepishly admit that I may have missed the differences between the 1st apron and the luxury tax lines.

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Jaylen Brown News / Total Apex Sports / January 6

Is Jaylen Brown the Best Two-Way Player In the NBA?

Is Boston Celtics Guard Jaylen Brown the best two-way player in the NBA? Brown, 29, has been making headlines just days after the Celtics’ 146-115 blowout of the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday.

NBA News / thePeachBasket / January 6

Boston Celtics Dominate Chicago Bulls in 115-101 Victory

The Boston Celtics showcased their offensive firepower and defensive prowess in a commanding 115–101 victory over the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden. From the opening quarter, the Celtics established dominance, racing out to a 31–14 lead that set the tone for the rest of the game.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / January 6

10 Takeaways from Celtics solid win over Bulls

Coming off of the Celtics vs. Clippers masterful shooting display where both teams played one of the best offense games of the season, Boston went back home to face the Bulls where both teams put up the most offensive shooting game of the season.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / January 6

Celtics turned “tired” start vs. Bulls into a “competitive spirit” showcase

BOSTON — Fresh off a season-high five-game road trip, the Boston Celtics weren’t themselves right away. Even against the No. 9-seeded Chicago Bulls, it took a while to reacclimate on Monday night.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / January 6

'Hell of a Ball Player' – Boston Celtics’ Sixth Man Draws Plaudits for His Hot Shooting Night in Win Vs. Chicago Bulls

Anfernee Simons provided a massive spark off the bench in the Boston Celtics’ 115-101 home win over the Chicago Bulls on Monday night. The 26-year-old guard contributed a team-high 27 points, three rebounds, three assists, and eight three-pointers on 9-for-16 shooting in 27 minutes of action.

Boston Celtics News / BasketballNews.com / January 6

Jaylen Brown, Joe Mazzulla keeping Celtics relevant sans Jayson Tatum

There was always going to be a reckoning for the Boston Celtics. When Jayson Tatum went down with a torn Achilles during last year’s playoffs, the immediate question wasn’t just how long Boston would be without its franchise star – but what the Celtics would look like in his absence.

Jaylen Brown News / thePeachBasket / January 6

Jaylen Brown Celtics Performance: Explosive Plays & Leadership Breakdown

Jaylen Brown Just Sent the NBA a Message! The world of basketball has been rattling with excitement as Jaylen Brown, the Boston Celtics‘ young star, is rapidly establishing his dominance.