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NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 23
Jaylen Brown Calls Out Jayson Tatum After Celtics Star Claims He Was ‘Caught Off Guard’ by Celitcs-76ers Trade
In an offseason with some major blockbuster moves, the aftermath of the Jaylen Brown saga has extended with a few tense moments. The historic partnership between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown delivered an NBA championship to Boston, but their post-trade dynamic took a dramatic turn.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 23
Jaylen Brown calls Jayson Tatum a liar in public callout
Jaylen Brown is not buying what his former buddy Jayson Tatum is trying to sell. The Boston Celtics’ dynamic duo was broken up in July when the team traded Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in a blockbuster move that eventually led to LeBron James also ending up in Philly.
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 / Field Level Media / October 22
Winless Knicks, Celtics square off on reunion night in Boston
Winning the franchise's first title in 53 years created a lasting bond among the members of the 2025-26 New York Knicks. But those bonds will take a back seat Friday night when the Knicks face former teammate Mitchell Robinson and the Boston Celtics in a clash of Eastern Conference powers.
Paul Pierce News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 22
Three Most Interesting Things Said at Celtics Practice Thursday, Including Paul Pierce
The Boston Celtics hit the practice floor again on Thursday, trying to put the sting of an opening night collapse to Detroit behind them. “I don't think it's concerning,” Sam Hauser said.
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / October 22
With The Truth in the building, Celtics give honest perspective on loss to Pistons 
Yeah, that was a stinker. Despite Paul George turning back the clock for 38 points, the Celtics were out-rebounded and lost the margin battle in the trenches, Jayson Tatum looked off, and Jaylen Brown looked great in a Sixers win over the Knicks on their Ring Night.
Mitchell Robinson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22
Celtics’ Mitchell Robinson ethers his ‘trash’ performance vs. Pistons, and he’s absolutely right
The Boston Celtics stumbled out of the gates on Tuesday afternoon with an ugly road loss to the Detroit Pistons, blowing a 22-point lead in the process.
Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 22
The Boston Celtics Need One Position to Play Great Every Night to be Their Best Selves
Joe Mazzulla has called centers the most important position in basketball, and if the Boston Celtics' season-opening loss showed us anything, it’s that
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.
Payton Pritchard News / The Lead / October 22
Payton Pritchard’s New Deal Will Be a Bargain by Next Year
NBA insider Shams Charania recently announced that Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard signed a new two-year, $44.2 million contract extension. It includes a mutual option for the 2029-30 season.
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / October 22
Hauser-Queta lineup makes early case for starting five
The Boston Celtics trotted out a starting lineup of Derrick White, Jordan Walsh, Jayson Tatum, Paul George, and Mitchell Robinson in the team’s Opening Day loss — but it might not be the team’s best.
Paul George News / EasySportz / October 21
Paul George Makes Celtics History With Record Breaking Debut
Paul George wasted little time making history with the Boston Celtics, delivering a spectacular performance in his first game with the franchise. Despite Boston suffering a 121-113 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night, George gave Celtics fans plenty of reasons to be excited about what he could bring to the team this season.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 21
NBA Notes: Celtics, Joe Mazzulla, Pelicans, Suns, Jalen Green
The Celtics had more than enough opportunities to prevent their opening-night collapse. Too often, they helped the Pistons along. That’s the assessment of John Karalis of Celtics On SI, whose breakdown of Tuesday’s 121-113 loss goes beyond Jayson Tatum’s poor shooting.
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.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 23
One takeaway for every NBA team after first game — two for unbeaten Sixers, Thunder
The 2026-2027 NBA season has tipped off for every team following Thursday's games. Let's do a rapid-fire look at each team with a one-sentence reaction to each team's Opening Night outcome.
Paul George 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?
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.
Joe Mazzulla 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.
Boston Celtics News / Viral Sports News / October 19
Boston Celtics Get Bad News on New Addition Before Season
The Boston Celtics’ newest two-way contract addition, guard Devin Carter, will miss the start of the 2026-27 regular season after being diagnosed with mononucleosis.
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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