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Celtics, Magic Reveal Starting Fives Ahead of NBA Cup Game

The Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic announced their starting lineups ahead of their Emirates NBA Cup matchup on Friday. The Celtics are coming off of a bounceback, blowout win against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday after losing their previous two games.

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Celtics drop first NBA Cup game, lost to Magic 123-110

Back in April, the Celtics disposed of the Magic in five games. However, that gentleman’s sweep wasn’t indicative of how rough and tumble that first round series was.

Boston Celtics News / The SportsRush / November 7

Kendrick Perkins Dishes Out Advice to Jaylen Brown Amid His Hairline Saga

One of the funniest storylines in the NBA this season has been about Jaylen Brown and his hair. The Boston Celtics guard has been caught with sprayed-on hair enhancements.

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The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

How many of the 25 NBA players to score at 30 points and grab 10 rebounds in at least 100 games in their NBA career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA franchise 30-point-game leaders' quiz

The 'Triple-doubles from the 2022-23 NBA season' quiz

The 'NBA 20-season club' quiz

Jaylen Brown News / Stadium Rant / November 7

Amid Difficult Start To 2025-2026 Season, Jaylen Brown Is Every Bit The Leader Celtics Need Him To Be

So far this young season, Jaylen Brown has been every bit the stud Boston Celtics fans know him to be. Not only is the 29-year-old former NBA Finals MVP leading his team in scoring, but his 27.7 points per game are the fifth-most in the Eastern Conference this year.

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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.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 7

How Boston accidentally became a mid-range team

For the first time since the 2013/14 season, the Celtics are among the top five teams in long mid-range frequency in the NBA. In a nutshell, the last time this happened, it was Brad Stevens’ first season as head coach and the Celtics’ only season without a playoff appearance in the last 17 years.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 7

4 Celtics Ruled Out vs Magic for NBA Cup Game Friday

The Boston Celtics may not be looking like contenders, but they do have a baseline competence even with a new-look roster. The Celtics have kicked off their 2025-26 season with a 4-5 record and the No.

NBA 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.

NBA News / Celtics Life / November 7

Celtics Wizards Recap

The Celtics defeated the Wizards 136-107 to get back on track after a 2-game skid, putting them at 4-5 on the season. Once again, the Celtics gave up a big quarter defensively, allowing the Wizards to score 37 points in the first quarter.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 7

Celtics Film Round-Up: Week 3

We’re back again. It’s been a strange week of Celtics basketball; frustrating losses, Jaylen Brown’s scoring, Jaylen Brown’s hair, things of this nature.

Jaylen Brown News / Fadeaway World / November 7

Rick Ross Calls Out Jaylen Brown And His Barber

Boston Celtics superstar Jaylen Brown has become the subject of many jokes on social media following his recurring issues with his spray-on hairline. Although Brown attempted to address the matter by passing it off as a joke, claiming it was AI-generated content in a recent tweet, it is abundantly clear that fans aren’t buying it.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / November 7

Honey, the Celtics shrunk their lineup

Prior to Boston’s 136-107 runaway win over the Wizards on Wednesday night, the Celtics had utilized a true small ball lineup combination two times for a grand total of seven minutes.

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / November 7

Jaylen Brown had amazing response after his fake hairline claimed another victim

Boston Celtics swingman Jaylen Brown is dodging accountability after his fake hairline struck again on Wednesday night. Brown went viral for the wrong reasons last month when his fake hairline rubbed off on New York Knicks star OG Anunoby’s white jersey during a live game.

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The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

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Boston Celtics News / Field Level Media / November 6

Jaylen Brown, Josh Minott propel Celtics into 2-game visit to Magic

The Boston Celtics tip off a three-game road trip on Friday night with the first of two consecutive games against the Orlando Magic. Friday's game is an NBA Cup Group B game, while Sunday's contest will not have that distinction.

RJ Luis News / CelticsBlog / November 6

Former St. John’s star waived by Maine Celtics, will undergo surgery

The Maine Celtics have unveiled their 2025-2026 roster, and there’s one notable omission: former St. John star RJ Luis. Luis was on a two-way contract with the Celtics at training camp and joined the Celtics’ G League affiliate after being waived by the Celtics.

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.

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.

Alex Sarr making a much-needed leap for Wizards in year two

Knicks offense starting to gel under new head coach Mike Brown

Cooper Flagg's absurd dunk should give Mavs hope for life after Luka Doncic

Klay Thompson gets demoted by Mavs

Another rival team has been linked to Grizzlies' Ja Morant in trade rumors

Congressional committee, NBA officials met to talk gambling scandal

Anfernee Simons News / NBA Analysis Network / November 5

Anfernee Simons reveals his honest reaction when he was traded to the Boston Celtics

Anfernee Simons has been getting adjusted to life with the Boston Celtics. The Boston Celtics acquired Anfernee Simons from the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Jrue Holiday.

Derrick White News / Celtics Life / November 5

Derrick White talks bounce back as team prepares to get back to winning ways versus Wizards

The Boston Celtics look to shake off a couple of tough losses when they host the Wizards tonight at the TD Garden. Following the team's shootaround NBC Sports Boston's Abby Chin checked in with Derrick White to take his pulse on where things are at for him personally and the team.

Boston Celtics News / NBA Analysis Network / November 5

Josh Minott names one aspect Boston Celtics must improve to find their identity without Jayson Tatum

Josh Minott believes the Boston Celtics are on the verge of figuring out what their identity is without Jayson Tatum, and just need to fix their style of play.

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / November 5

Former Celtics HC Reached Out to Jayson Tatum After Achilles Tear

Former Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka has been in regular contact with Jayson Tatum regarding his Achilles injury. Udoka coached Tatum while he was the head coach in Boston before he left the organization following a scandal involving inappropriate conduct.

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?

Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / November 4

Celtics' State, Willie Green's Future Among NBA's 3 Biggest Questions

The 2025-2026 NBA season hasn’t been short of entertaining, but there are some questions in the early stages of the year. While some scenarios playing out are expected, such as the Oklahoma City Thunder going unbeaten through seven games so far, other situations have required more attention.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 2

Will Celtics actually miss playoffs? This overreaction is premature

The whispers started early. A 1-3 start from a recent champion is enough to get the hot-take machines running, and the Boston Celtics, the NBA’s model of consistency over the last decade, suddenly found themselves at the center of a ridiculous question: Are the Celtics really in danger of missing the playoffs?

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).