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Celtics' Jaylen Brown Addresses Growing Gambling Scandal Surrounding NBA

The NBA world was rocked Thursday morning after Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier were arrested as part of an FBI investigation into illegal betting activities.

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Celtics Could Face Knicks Without 4 Stars

The Boston Celtics are set to take on the New York Knicks for their home game of the season. More news: Celtics Bring in Fired Knicks Coach for Practice Ahead of Regular Season The Celtics will hit the road for their first road game, at the same place where their season ended last year.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 24

Celtics’ Anfernee Simons ‘in shock’ over Chauncey Billups arrest

Mere hours after coaching the Portland Trail Blazers to a 118-114 loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Chauncey Billups was arrested and charged with wire-fraud conspiracy and money-laundering conspiracy.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 24

Celtics Predicted to Break Wild NBA Record This Season

The Boston Celtics shot — and made — the highest volume of 3-pointers in 2024-25, and ESPN NBA writer Zach Kram believes they could set an NBA record by shooting from deep this season.

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The 'Most 6-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least six three-pointers in a game on 35 or more occasions can you name in five minutes?

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Celtics Around the Web

Meet Xavier Tillman, Celtics center whose age, size make him a fan favorite · Sporting News

C's Brown: NBA not shielding players over betting · ESPN

Jaylen Brown serves as pre-audition judge for Druski's 'Coulda Been Records' Boston auditions · ESPN

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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 / CelticsBlog / October 24

Celtics fans are optimistic (NBA Reacts Results)

Before the first game of the season we posted an NBA Reacts survey to see how Celtics fans are feeling about the upcoming season. It seems like Boston fans are a lot more optimistic than the general consensus is with this team.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / October 24

Jaylen Brown, Anfernee Simons weigh in on NBA sports gambling arrests

NEW YORK CITY — This time last year, Anfernee Simons was living in Portland and playing under Trail Blazers head coach Chauncy Billups. Life changes quickly.

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / October 24

Celtics 76ers opening night recap

The Celtics fall to 0-1 after a last-second 117-116 defeat from the 76ers. The Celtics were in control of the game throughout but dropped the ball in crunch time. To open the game, the starting lineup was what we saw for most of the preseason.

Anfernee Simons News / CelticsBlog / October 24

Anfernee Simons received a text praising his defense before Celtics debut

BOSTON — Anfernee Simons flashed the defensive focus from his offseason immediately on opening night. He chased down Tyrese Maxey in transition and ripped the ball from him as Maxey arrived at the rim, breaking up one of the many 76ers breakouts that cost Boston.

Derrick White News / CelticsBlog / October 24

Derrick White’s Opening Night was a prelude to something bigger

Last season, Derrick White had four games with at least 20 field goal attempts. With a team-high 20 FGA on Wednesday night, he reached that mark in game one against the Sixers.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 23

Celtics Guard Predicted to Make All-Star Debut in 2025-26

An ESPN article previewing the 2025-26 NBA season stated Boston Celtics shooting guard Derrick White has what it takes to make his first All-Star Game alongside teammate Jaylen Brown.

Anfernee Simons News / CelticsBlog / October 23

Parquet Plays: Anfernee Simons showed us he can defend. Will it continue?

“It’s just a matter of whether I want to do it or not,” Anfernee Simons said during Media Day when asked about his potential defensive impact. Simons also noted several times that he and head coach Joe Mazzulla had engaged in extensive conversations about his growth on that end of the floor.

Jayson Tatum News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23

Celtics rumors: Why Chris Haynes still believes Jayson Tatum will return this season

Much has been made about Jayson Tatum’s Achilles injury and his potential return, with the initial expectation being that he would sit out the entire 2025-26 NBA season.

Joel Embiid News / Fastbreak on SI / October 22

Celtics’ Center Mystery Threatens East After Clash vs Joel Embiid

One of the biggest questions heading into the 2025-2026 NBA season for the Boston Celtics was focused on the center position. Without Kristaps Porzingis or Al Horford, could a Neemias Queta-led front court get the job done?

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VJ Edgecombe News / Yardbarker / October 23

VJ Edgecombe has historic debut for 76ers in comeback win over Celtics

Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe had a debut to remember.

10 takeaways from first full night: Clear winner in battle of No. 1 picks

Grading Cooper Flagg's NBA debut

Physical Knicks break losing streak to Cavaliers in opener

Charles Barkley takes a ruthless shot at Kawhi Leonard during his ESPN debut

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Luka Garza News / EssentiallySports / October 23

What Happened to Luka Garza? Concussion Protocol Forces Celtics Star to Locker Room vs 76ers

It was a thrilling night as the 76ers edged out the Celtics 117-116 in a nail-biting finish. The game was a rollercoaster, with momentum swinging back and forth and keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

Jayson Tatum News / Fastbreak on SI / October 22

Jayson Tatum's Message to NBA Insider Should Worry the East

Jayson Tatum is working on making a miraculous recovery after going down with an Achilles injury during the 2025 NBA Playoffs. The Boston Celtics star publicly hinted that he has his eyes on a return this season.

Wyc Grousbeck News / EssentiallySports / October 22

Wyc Grousbeck Puts Celtics Locker Room on Notice With Trade Plan Involving 4 Stars

Boston Celtics Alternate Governor Wyc Grousbeck has delivered a clear message that the team’s current roster is not necessarily its final form. In a recent radio appearance, he outlined the financial realities forcing the front office to consider significant changes, directly putting players on notice about potential moves.

Jayson Tatum News / EssentiallySports / October 22

Celtics Alternate Governor Officially Announces Jayson Tatum Return Decision

Just a few days ago, Boston Celtics superstar forward Jayson Tatum sent shockwaves throughout the NBA world after he was spotted dunking during practice.

Jaylen Brown News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Jaylen Brown Announces Personal News Before NBA Season

Jaylen Brown has been a core member of the Boston Celtics since being selected in the 2016 NBA Draft. Now entering his tenth season with the franchise, Brown has cemented his place in Celtics history.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / October 21

NBA Notes: Celtics, Brad Stevens, Blazers, Scoot Henderson, cap situations

Even before Jayson Tatum tore his Achilles in the second round of last year’s playoffs, the Celtics were planning a reset. President of basketball operations Brad Stevens told Jay King of The Athletic that Boston had already decided to shed salary to duck under the second tax apron and gain flexibility for the long term.