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Celtics need a center before the trade deadline after painful loss to Bulls exposes frontcourt flaws

The Boston Celtics’ 114-111 loss to the Chicago Bulls exposed a persistent problem. Jaylen Brown’s 33-point performance demonstrated his All-Star caliber, but individual excellence cannot mask structural deficiencies.

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10 Takeaways from the Celtics last second loss to Bulls

In Game 3 of the 2015 Eastern Conference Finals, Derrick Rose hit a game-winning three at the buzzer to give the Bulls the win and a 2-1 lead in the series.

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / January 24

Chicago Bulls catch fire from deep, beat Celtics at buzzer 114-111: Five reasons why Boston fell short

The Celtics hung around, frankly, more than I expected considering they were playing their third game in four night and a back-to-back after a double overtime game.

Jaylen Brown News / Fadeaway World / January 24

Celtics Fall To Game-Winning Three-Pointer; Bulls Spoil Jaylen Brown’s Big Night

After battling back and forth all night, Boston watched a late defensive breakdown turn into a dagger three from Chicago in the closing seconds, sealing a 114-111 loss that stung even more because of how hard they fought to stay in it.

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The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Active 20-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

The 'Active NBA players with the most 40-point games in a season' quiz

The 'NBA's No. 1 picks turned RoY' quiz

NBA News / CelticsBlog / January 24

Celtics drop second game of back-to-back, lose to Bulls 114-111

On a night when the Bulls franchise honored Derrick Rose and raised his #1 to the United Center rafters, the home team beat Boston 114-111 with a last second triple from Kevin Huerter.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / January 24

Question Marks: Can Boston close the back-to-back against the Bulls?

The Celtics roll into Chicago looking to extend a winning rhythm, but the Bulls are in a groove as well. Boston had to dig deep last night, and they’ll have to again on the second half of a back-to-back.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / January 24

Celtics injury report lists two starters ahead of Bulls game

The Celtics could be without Jaylen Brown and Neemias Queta when they face the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. Brown (left hamstring tightness) and Queta (non-COVID illness) are both probable.

Amari Williams News / CelticsBlog / January 24

Amari Williams needed just five minutes to win over Celtics fans

In maybe one of the most exciting games of the season, the Boston Celtics eked out a win over the Brooklyn Nets in a double-OT thriller on Friday night.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / January 24

Celtics survive 2-OT thriller against Nets

Friday saw the Boston Celtics grab a 130-126 victory after two overtimes against the Brooklyn Nets. The game saw 28 lead changes with both teams holding a double-digit lead at one point.

Hugo Gonzalez News / Boston Celtics on SI / January 24

Video: Step-by-step breakdown of Hugo Gonzalez's clutch shot against the Brooklyn Nets

The Celtics shouldn’t have needed double overtime to beat the Brooklyn Nets Friday night. They had a 10-point lead with three minutes to go and then let

Payton Pritchard News / CelticsBlog / January 24

Same jersey, different job: Payton Pritchard

In this series, we’re looking at the biggest statistical differences between last season and the current one to understand how Celtics players have evolved while wearing the same jersey.

Jaylen Brown News / CelticsBlog / January 24

Same jersey, different job: Jaylen Brown

In this series, we’ll look at the biggest statistical shifts from last season to this one to understand how Celtics players have evolved — even while wearing the same jersey.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / January 24

10 takeaways from Boston’s chess match in Brooklyn

If you read my 10 takeaways before, you know how much I enjoy looking at the first few possessions of a game and identifying which play teams are going for – and if you’ve never read me before, welcome, and I hope you’ll like it!

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The 'NFL undrafted receiving leaders' quiz

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The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz

The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 24

Celtics playing at 'high level' heading into encounter vs. Bulls

Torrid long-range shooting boosted the Boston Celtics to victory in the first leg of a road back-to-back amid significant struggles on the glass. On Saturday, the Celtics will hope to have a more complete effort as they visit the surging Chicago Bulls less than 24 hours after a 130-126 double-overtime win in Brooklyn.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 23

Celtics survive poor regulation finish to beat Nets in double OT

Payton Pritchard scored 32 points and found rookie Amari Williams for the go-ahead basket with 3:30 left in double overtime as the Boston Celtics outlasted the Brooklyn Nets for a 130-126 victory Friday night in New York.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / January 23

Eastern Conference Team Surprisingly Expected To Be Aggressive At Trade Deadline, Analyzing 3 Players Who Make Sense

The Boston Celtics have been the biggest surprise in the Eastern Conference. As a result, the Celtics are likely to be buyers rather than sellers, as originally believed at the start of the season, NBA Insider Zach Lowe believes.

Jaylen Brown News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23

Shams drops obvious Celtics’ Jaylen Brown MVP truth bomb

ESPN insider Shams Charania delivered emphatic praise for Jaylen Brown on the latest episode of The Pat McAfee Show, placing the Boston Celtics star squarely in the NBA Most Valuable Player conversation as the regular season enters its second half.

Anfernee Simons News / Athlon Sports / January 23

Mock Trade Has Clippers Landing Celtics' Anfernee Simons to Upgrade Backcourt

It has been an interesting season thus far for the Los Angeles Clippers as they have been able to turn things around after their disappointing start to the year.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / January 22

Celtics Announce Derrick White News After 42 Games Played

Derrick White has played in 42 of the Boston Celtics' 43 games so far, averaging 17.6 points, 4.2 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.5 blocks. With Jayson Tatum still out after his Achilles injury in May last year, White has stepped up and has since become Boston's second-best player behind Jaylen Brown.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 23

Five NBA players who could change teams at the trade deadline

Here are five players likely to change teams before the deadline of Feb. 5.

Giannis Antetokounmpo's frustration with Bucks at 'all-time high'

Giannis puts Bucks teammates on blast

Antetokounmpo curiously leaves game amid drama with Bucks

Warriors mulling Jonathan Kuminga trade for former Golden State All-Star

Tyrese Haliburton pulls an unusual move amid Pacers-Thunder rematch

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Mock Trade Sends Celtics’ Anfernee Simons to Bulls for $60 Million Veteran to Address Major Need

The Boston Celtics have been a surprise team in the NBA this season as they currently sit second in the Eastern Conference standings with a 26-16 record.

Boston Celtics News / The Lead / January 21

Celtics’ Recent Officiating Complaints Reflect League-Wide Attitude

It’s safe to say every sport has evolved significantly compared to four decades ago. This can be seen through changed techniques, equipment, audiences, or rules — particularly those who enforce them…the refs.

Jayson Tatum News / Hoops Wire / January 21

Celtics continue to do more than survive as they wait on Jayson Tatum

This was supposed to be a bridge year for the Celtics. A reset of sorts. A season to stay afloat while Jayson Tatum rehabbed a torn Achilles suffered during last year’s playoff run.

Boston Celtics News / Total Apex Sports / January 20

Boston Celtics Jayson Tatum Shows Shocking Injury Recovery Progress In Hour-Long Workout

Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum is making waves as he continues his recovery from a torn Achilles, an injury that has sidelined him since May 2025.

Anfernee Simons News / Hoops Wire / January 19

Celtics’ Anfernee Simons quietly building trade stock

The Celtics may have learned something Thursday night, and it came from a place they were not necessarily expecting. Anfernee Simons delivered his best game of the season in a 119-114 win over the Miami Heat, pouring in 39 points and completely taking over the fourth quarter.