Boston Celtics: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

10 takeaways from a back-and-forth battle with the Suns

Slowly but surely, the synergy between Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum is coming back. There hasn’t been a big highlight with an alley-oop yet, but some plays are showing that they can both be so impactful together.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / March 17

Celtics put Joe Mazzulla’s philosophy into practice to stifle Devin Booker’s barrage

BOSTON — In the final weeks of the regular season, Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla has emphasized a simple but effective message. “Give the game what it needs,” Mazzulla has preached.

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The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

How many of the 44 active NBA players to record a triple-double with 30 points at least once in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

The 'Active NBA All-Star leaders' quiz

The '1,000 double-figure NBA games' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / March 17

Derrick White Joins Kevin Garnett in Celtics History With His Defensive Performance

Derrick White recorded one steal and one block against the Phoenix Suns on Monday night. That is not something eye-popping, for sure. But what makes it special is that the Boston Celtics guard has been doing it consistently.

Jayson Tatum News / EssentiallySports / March 17

Jayson Tatum Admits Mental Struggle Despite Return From Achilles Injury vs. Suns

The Boston Celtics continued their title charge against the Phoenix Suns. The Shamrocks clinched a close win in the cross-conference battle. The Celtics have now won four of the five games with Jayson Tatum in the lineup.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Joe Mazzulla News / Hardwood Heroics / March 17

Joe Mazzulla Gets Real About Suns’ Challenge Despite Celtics’ 120-112 Statement Win

Joe Mazzulla and the Boston Celtics had a 120-112 statement win against the Phoenix Suns on Monday. The Suns are a tough team that consistently plays their best defense, so the victory was hard-earned.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 16

Celtics’ Derrick White completes rare defensive feat last done by Kevin Garnett

The Boston Celtics, long before Jayson Tatum returned from a lengthy absence due to a ruptured Achilles, were already a fierce team to contend against, thanks to the consistent two-way excellence of both Jaylen Brown and Derrick White.

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The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

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Jaylen Brown News / Field Level Media / March 16

Jaylen Brown's 41-point effort pushes Celtics past Suns

Jaylen Brown had 41 points, seven rebounds and six assists to lead the Boston Celtics to a 120-112 victory over the visiting Phoenix Suns on Monday night.

Boston Celtics News / The SportsRush / March 17

2024 Celtics Champ Luke Kornet Shares Why Joe Mazzulla Apologizing After Finals Game 4 Loss ‘Meant a Lot to Him’

The 2023-24 Boston Celtics side looked like they were destined to win the title. In the playoffs, after steamrolling through the Heat, Cavaliers, and Pacers, they took on a scary Dallas Mavericks side led by Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / March 16

Four Ways NBA Expansion Could Impact the Boston Celtics

After years of speculation, the NBA is finally about to take its first step towards expanding. According to ESPN , the league will vote next week on whether

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 16

Luke Kornet reveals why Joe Mazzulla apologized to Celtics after Game 4 loss in 2024 Finals

BOSTON — After the Boston Celtics held on to win Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Finals against the Dallas Mavericks, it felt like they were on the precipice of basketball immortality.

NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / March 16

Phoenix Suns at Boston Celtics Preview, Prediction & Odds | March 16

The season is coming to a close, with weeks left in the season, and with both teams being hot, bettors could win a lot of money with the Phoenix Suns taking on the Boston Celtics.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / March 16

Celtics Still Planning Another Roster Move After Promoting Max Shulga and Inking Free Agent Big Man, What Do The Signings Meaning Going Forward?

The Boston Celtics have been the surprise of the NBA this season and are legit NBA title contenders with Jayson Tatum back in the fold. Still, the Celtics made a pair of roster moves to comply with NBA rules.

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / March 15

Celtics Hall of Famer Marvels at Jayson Tatum's Recovery, Physically and Mentally

Robert Parish remembers when tearing an Achilles tendon was essentially a basketball death sentence. That's why he’s so amazed at what Jayson Tatum has

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / March 15

Celtics Hall of Famer Impressed by Jaylen Brown, Joe Mazzulla, and Brad Stevens this season

When Jayson Tatum went down with a torn right Achilles tendon, a lot of analysts automatically wrote the Celtics off this year. The term “gap year” was

Max Shulga News / Hoops Wire / March 15

Celtics Promote Max Shulga To Standard Contract

The Celtics have officially promoted guard Max Shulga from a two-way deal to a standard contract, the team announced. The agreement runs through the end of next season, with the 2026-27 portion expected to be non-guaranteed, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / March 15

Checking In On Celtics’ Cap Management

The Celtics completed a pair of signings on Sunday, adding center Charles Bassey on a 10-day deal and promoting Max Shulga from his two-way contract to the standard roster.

Jayson Tatum News / Field Level Media / March 15

Celtics to face Suns with a 'relaxed' Jayson Tatum

Things continue to trend in the right direction for Jayson Tatum as the Boston Celtics enter Monday night's home game against the Phoenix Suns. Tatum played a season-high 32 minutes Saturday night to help the Celtics end a two-game losing streak with a 111-100 victory over the Washington Wizards.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / March 14

Celtics Signing Max Shulga To Standard Contract

Celtics two-way player Max Shulga will be promoted to a standard contract that runs through the end of next season, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 14

Celtics dominate 2nd quarter, extend Wizards' skid to 11

Neemias Queta scored a game-high 24 points and had 10 rebounds to help the Boston Celtics end a two-game losing streak by beating the visiting Washington Wizards 111-100 on Saturday night.

Boston Celtics News / EssentiallySports / March 14

Celtics Star Diagnosed With Incurable Condition in 2nd Grade Reflects on 'Rough' Childhood

The Boston Celtics’ young players’ enthusiasm has been one of the team’s most positive aspects this season. Jordan Walsh, a second-year wing, is one of them.

Boston Celtics News / Stadium Rant / March 13

Even In Defeat, The Boston Celtics Strike Fear Throughout The NBA

The Boston Celtics dropped a pair of high-profile games this week. Their fans should be stoked. Okay, so losing sucks; but the ways in which the NBA’s most winningest franchise fell to the top two teams in the Western Conference should provide plenty of hope going forward.

Jordan Walsh News / Scoop B / March 13

Beyond the Court: Jordan Walsh on Championing Alopecia Awareness and the Celtics’ 'Shark Mentality'

In a league defined by physical dominance and high-profile aesthetics, Jordan Walsh stands out—not just for his defensive versatility and high motor on the wing, but for the skin he’s in.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 13

Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander breaks insane Wilt Chamberlain record against Celtics

The Oklahoma City Thunder possess the best record in the NBA and are primed to make another run at a second consecutive title this season, largely due to the consistent and historic play from guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Devin Booker drops 43 points as surging Suns hand Pacers 11th straight loss

Jalen Suggs helps Magic close out wild overtime win vs. Wizards

Stephen A. Smith questions NBA ref's authority after Jaylen Brown ejection

Dwight Howard officially announces his retirement from basketball

Two more teams eliminated from postseason contention

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / March 12