Boston Celtics: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Sam Hauser—The Players in Green

In the middle of Wisconsin, at a bend in the Wisconsin River named after a grocer named George Stevens, is a smallish town that used to be a hotbed of lumbering and is now a center for insurance and the headquarters of the U.S.

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 28

Why This is Jayson Tatum's Best Chance at an MVP, and What it Would Take to Win

Jayson Tatum, a five-time All-NBA player (four first-team), has never finished higher than fourth in MVP voting. The league has always seen him as one

Boston Celtics News / Viral Sports News / July 28

Celtics Linked to Major Late-Offseason Free Agency Move

The Boston Celtics rank as the leading potential destination for free agent DeMar DeRozan, a five-time All-Star whose addition could bolster the team’s reshaped roster following a major offseason move.

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The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / CelticsBlog / July 28

How LeBron James and the Boston Celtics keep finding each other

For most of LeBron James’ career, the Celtics have been waiting for him somewhere. Sometimes, they were the wall he could not get over. Other times, they forced him to find another way around it.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who peaked in their 30s

An athlete's peak tends to coincide with the youthfulness of their 20s. Sometimes, though, that apex happens when they've had more time to marinate in experience, and that's sometimes true in the NBA.

Steph Curry News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 27

Could the Boston Celtics Pry Steph Curry Away From Golden State Warriors?

When Brad Stevens pulled the trigger on the confusing Jaylen Brown trade that returned Paul George, two first round picks, and two second round picks, he sold “optionality” as the main selling point.

Jaylen Brown News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 27

Where Jaylen Brown Ranks On All-Time Boston Celtics Statistical Lists

Jaylen Brown spent 10 seasons playing 674 regular season games for the Boston Celtics before being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers. Over that time, he has amassed a lot of big statistics for the Celtics which will keep him in the conversation of all-time greats for a long time.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 26

How Celtics inadvertently helped 76ers land LeBron James

The Celtics, who have become known for dominating the 76ers and making savvy trades, seem to have swapped their position with Philadelphia and made one of the most questionable trades in recent NBA history.

Did this one thing seal LeBron James' move to 76ers?

LeBron James' agent reveals why he didn't retire

Clarity emerges on Draymond Green's Warriors future after LeBron James snub

The '35 points after turning 35' quiz

NBA News / HITC / July 26

Jayson Tatum aims sly dig at Jaylen Brown during motivational speech at youth training camp

Jayson Tatum’s motivational speech to a group of youth basketball players took an odd turn with perceived digs towards former teammate Jaylen Brown. Tatum and Brown formed two halves of an incredibly successful duo with the Boston Celtics.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / July 26

'Don’t Wanna be That Person': Jayson Tatum Seemingly Takes Shot at Jaylen Brown in Speech to Kids

Basketball wisdom uttered at youth camps rarely makes it to the NBA headlines. Yet Jayson Tatum’s message to a group of young campers sparked a different conversation, especially after one particular phrase that sounded strikingly familiar to an accusation made on his former teammate, Jaylen Brown.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / July 26

Karl-Anthony Towns Addresses if Knicks Will Hack Mitchell Robinson After Celtics Move

Despite ending the franchise drought after 53 years, not every player on the roster will get a chance to run it back. Mitchell Robinson was the longest-tenured Knick in the locker room and now will suit up for the rivals, the Boston Celtics.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Boston Celtics News / Stadium Rant / July 24

The Boston Celtics May Have Changed The NBA Forever With One Tiny Decision

The Boston Celtics were deep in conversations to land Giannis Antetokounmpo at one point during the offseason. The talks with the Milwaukee Bucks seemed to stall due to the refusal to include Hugo Gonzalez, a 20-year-old who averaged less than four points a game during his rookie season.

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Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 24

Blazers add ex-Celtics guard on two-way contract

While the sports world is focused on LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers, the Portland Trail Blazers are making moves of their own. On Friday, the front office managed to add some depth to the backcourt by signing a former Boston Celtics guard on a two-way contract.

John Tonje News / Hoops Rumors / July 24

Trail Blazers, John Tonje Agree To Two-Way Contract

The Trail Blazers plan to sign free agent guard John Tonje to a two-way contract, agents George Roussakis and Mark Bartelstein tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

Payton Pritchard News / Boston Celtics on SI / July 24

What Should Payton Pritchard's Extension with the Boston Celtics Look Like?

Jordan Walsh’s extension with the Boston Celtics (not long after Neemias Queta got one himself) left one more big piece of business to be done this summer: Payton Pritchard’s contract extension. He’s eligible for a three-year, $67 million extension on October 1.

Jordan Walsh News / EssentiallySports / July 24

'Little Torn on This': Celtics Analyst Raises Serious Doubts About Jordan Walsh’s $16M Extension

The Boston Celtics have continued their busy offseason by securing forward Jordan Walsh to a three-year, $16 million contract extension. However, the decision to lock down the 22-year-old wing long-term has drawn mixed reactions.

Jayson Tatum News / Athlon Sports / July 23

Jayson Tatum Reacts After Celtics Announcement on Thursday

Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics are looking to reestablish themselves after an early exit in the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Tatum did not play in Boston's 109-100 Game 7 loss to Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the playoffs.

Tacko Fall News / Viral Sports News / July 24

Former Celtics Fan Favorite Shares Emotional Message

Former Boston Celtics big man Tacko Fall has always stood out not just for his towering presence on the court, but for the warmth and authenticity he brings to his public life.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / July 23

NBA Moves: Celtics, Jordan Walsh, Rockets, Jae’Sean Tate, Mouhamadou Gueye

The Celtics have agreed to a three-year contract extension with forward Jordan Walsh, according to Prime’s Chris Haynes and ESPN’s Shams Charania. There is a slight discrepancy on the total value, with Charania reporting $15 million and Haynes putting it at $16 million.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / July 23

Celtics Make $15 Million Move on Thursday

Brad Stevens and the Boston Celtics are in transition this offseason after trading Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers. Announced on July 1 and made official on July 6, Philly sent Paul George and a pair of future first- and second-round NBA Draft picks in exchange for the 2024 NBA Finals MVP.

Jordan Walsh News / Hoops Rumors / July 23