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Rockets Sign Ex-Celtics G League MVP After Surprise Cut

Of all the players the Celtics were expected to rid themselves of in their quest to get below the dreaded NBA second apron, young point guard JD Davison--the team's second-round pick out of Alabama in 2022--was not high on the list.

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Celtics Fan Favorite Expected to Leave NBA After Deal Falls Through

The Boston Celtics had some veterans on their Summer League roster. That includes some players who were on last year's team, including Jordan Walsh and Baylor Scheierman.

Al Horford News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 26

Celtics' Al Horford Holding Up Free Agency, Says Insider

After doing exactly zilch in free agency thus far, the Golden State Warriors may be the most interesting club left on the board. The team is still in the

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 26

Celtics Rumors: NBA Insider Provides Major Update on Anfernee Simons, Georges Niang Trades

An insider has revealed how the Boston Celtics could approach the futures of new additions Anfernee Simons and Georges Niang. The Boston Celtics have been trying to find another trade partner to reroute a couple of players they have acquired in trades this offseason, after trading both Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis.

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Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 26

Former Celtics Champion Gets Exciting New Gig

In 2007-08, the Boston Celtics completely revamped their core, bringing in future Hall of Famers Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen to compliment incumbent All-Star small forward Paul Pierce and instantly vaulting the team back to title contention for really the first time in decades.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 26

Celtics Rookie Slammed by NBA Insider for Disappointing Summer League

One of the Boston Celtics’ newest additions to their roster, rookie first-round draft pick Hugo Gonzalez, has not impressed The Athletic's NBA insider John Hollinger in his initial Summer League games with the organization.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 26

Celtics First Round Pick Predicted to Land in G League

The Boston Celtics are in a curious spot heading into this year. With Jayson Tatum sidelined with a torn Achilles, the team revamped considerably in the offseason.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 26

Celtics Called Out for Trading Away Former First-Round Draft Pick

The Boston Celtics recently traded away a first-round draft pick, who ultimately became one of the best players in the league. The Celtics held the No.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 26

Celtics Notes: Major Trade Update, All-Star Signing Urged, Ex-Celtic Champion Cut

The Boston Celtics have a major trade update amid an otherwise unpredictable offseason. The roster is already at an incredibly different place than last season, but Boston is reportedly shopping a $45 million guard to shed some salary and shake things up around the league even more.

Jayson Tatum News / Hardwood Heroics / July 26

'You’re Going to Come Back Better Than You Were Before' – Former Boston Celtics Forward Has Eye-Opening Injury Advice to Jayson Tatum

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum continues to work his way back from an Achilles injury he suffered against the New York Knicks in the 2025 playoffs, and one of his former teammates is not surprised by the progress he has made in the past few days.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 25

Celtics Roster ‘Makes Zero Sense’ Says NBA Insider

Bleacher Report's Dan Favale listed the Boston Celtics' roster as one of five which 'make no sense' ahead of the 2025-26 season. Favale cited the Celtics' notable lack of presence in their frontcourt as a major issue for the Eastern powerhouse heading into an uncertain season with their superstar player out.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 25

Former Celtics NBA Champion Released By West Squad

Former Boston Celtics champion guard Jaden Springer will look for a new home this upcoming season. More news: Former Celtics Forward Says His Injuries Are the Reason Jayson Tatum Became Superstar in Boston The Utah Jazz have waived the former Celtics guard.

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 25

Jayson Tatum Receives Injury Advice From Former Celtics Forward

The Boston Celtics had the worst possible thing happen to them in the second round of the NBA playoffs against the Knicks. Not only did they lose the series, but they lost their best player.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 25

Celtics Could Trade $45 Million Guard in Major Roster Shakeup: Report

The Boston Celtics have already traded two starters as they pursue getting under the second apron of the luxury tax. They are still about $20 million over that second apron.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Celtics Waive G League MVP in Another Cost-Cutting Move

It's not quite as painful, of course, as having to trade away point guard Jrue Holiday, whose veteran presence and defense were keys to the Celtics winning

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Why Celtics’ recent roster move has major second-apron implications

This summer has been all about avoiding the second apron for the Boston Celtics. In late June, they traded two key members from their 2024 title run — center Kristaps Porzingis and guard Jrue Holiday — because of the new CBA’s punitive tax penalties.

JD Davison News / Hoops Wire / July 24

Celtics Waive JD Davison, Clearing Cap Space Below Second Apron

The Boston Celtics have waived guard JD Davison, the team announced via social media, parting ways with the 2024-25 G League MVP despite a strong run with their affiliate.

Boston Celtics News / The Lead / July 24

The Celtics Should Pick Up the Pace in 2025-26

The Boston Celtics have been an offensive juggernaut during Joe Mazzulla’s tenure. They are the only team in the NBA to rank in the top three in offensive rating in each of the past three seasons, fueled by historically elite halfcourt execution.

Jayson Tatum News / Fadeaway World / July 24

Jayson Tatum Wanted To Leave The Boston Celtics Because Of One Player

Back in 2017, the Boston Celtics made two major moves that would define their future, though not in the way anyone expected. First, they used the No. 3 overall pick to draft Jayson Tatum, a polished scorer from Duke. Then, in free agency, they signed All-Star forward Gordon Hayward to a lucrative deal.

Kristaps Porzingis News / Fadeaway World / July 24

Celtics Forward Calls Himself A 'Minivan' In Comparison To Kristaps Porzingis, Expects No Love In Boston

The Boston Celtics recently had to part ways with Kristaps Porzingis in the process of their ongoing salary-shedding efforts. In the trade for Porzingis,

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / July 24

Celtics expect to make another move

It's been a busy summer for the Boston Celtics as they navigate Jayson Tatum's injury and an untenable payroll, and it doesn't sound like they are done making moves just yet.

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Georges Niang News / Hoops Wire / July 23

Georges Niang On Celtics Fans: ‘You Took The Unicorn And Got A Minivan With Scratches’

The Boston Celtics added another floor spacer when they acquired forward Georges Niang in the trade that sent Kristaps Porzingis to the Hawks. But as Niang tells it, the reception in Boston hasn’t exactly been warm.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / July 23

Celtics Exec Gets ‘Brutally Honest’ On Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis Trades

The Boston Celtics made two huge trades this NBA offseason, sending Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers and Kristaps Porzingis to the Atlanta Hawks.