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1 Celtics player in danger of losing starting job in 2025-26 training camp

Just a season after winning the NBA Finals, the Boston Celtics are already in a transition period. With Jayson Tatum out for an extended period after suffering an Achilles injury in the last playoffs, team officials decided to focus on the future instead of rolling the dice in the upcoming campaign.

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Celtics' Jayson Tatum Receives Shocking Future Prediction From NBA Insider

Injured six-time All-Star Boston Celtics power forward Jayson Tatum, who will likely miss all of 2025-26 recovering from an Achilles tendon rupture, has surprisingly popped up a lot in a recent poll of ESPN NBA insiders, as compiled by their Worldwide Leader colleague Tim Bontemps.

Jaylen Brown News / Boston Celtics on SI / September 22

Celtics' Jaylen Brown Gets Candid About 'New Era' in Boston

Four-time All-Star Boston Celtics swingman Jaylen Brown has acknowledged that the club's total roster revamp over the summer has ushered in a "new era" for the franchise during a recent live stream, as captured by Celtics Blog's Noa Dalzell.

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Celtics Around the Web

Celtics insiders share Jayson Tatum injury update from coach Joe Mazzulla · Sporting News

Celtics insider provides insight into Anfernee Simons trade rumors · Sporting News

Celtics could cut ties with $285 million champion forward, acquire former first overall pick · Sporting News

Jaylen Brown awkwardly left hanging by Celtics teammates; made him start 'contemplating life' · Sporting News

‘I had two choices' - Jaylen Brown talks about playing through major injury during Celtics postseason run · Sporting News

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The 20 best current NBA players over the age of 35

Be sure to appreciate the final years of the following players' careers because what they're doing at this age isn't normal.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / September 22

Mock Trade Sends Celtics' Anfernee Simons to Kings for 6-Time All-Star Forward

It has been an interesting offseason thus far for the Boston Celtics as they have made multiple changes to their roster following Jayson Tatum’s injury during their playoff run last season.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / September 22

Celtics Insider Believes Team Shouldn’t Trade Star Guard

The Boston Celtics have had a depressingly busy offseason. After six-time All-Star power forward Jayson Tatum, Boston's best player, tore his Achilles tendon during the team's second-round playoff series against the New York Knicks, team president Brad Stevens decided to make some cost-cutting moves.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / September 22

The NBA’s Longest Streak Is on the Line in Boston

The Boston Celtics have been one of the more consistent teams in the NBA right now. They currently hold the longest active streak of playoff appearances in the NBA with 11.

Jayson Tatum News / Sneakers on SI / September 22

Jordan Brand Unveils Jayson Tatum's 4th Signature Shoe

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum and Jordan Brand have quickly built one of the strongest active signature sneaker lines in the NBA. After months of anticipation (and a few leaks online), Jordan Brand unveiled Tatum's fourth signature basketball shoe: the Jordan Tatum 4.

Al Horford News / Boston Celtics on SI / September 22

Celtics Notes: Boston Cuts Ties With Guard, Al Horford Latest, Breakout Player Predicted

The Boston Celtics cut ties with a rookie guard as training camp is right around the corner. After recently being signed to an Exhibit 10 deal, he is expected to join Boston's G League affiliate, the Maine Celtics, according to a team insider.

Jaylen Brown News / Athlon Sports / September 22

Jaylen Brown Gets Honest About His Role as Boston's Leader

Plenty of NBA fans have already counted out the Boston Celtics ahead of the 2025-26 season. With Jayson Tatum's Achilles injury, people are no longer projecting the Celtics as contenders, as he is currently absent.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / September 22

Celtics' 'new era' will have a rocky start

Boston underwent a wave of changes this summer.

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'I’m the Only Actor Here': Denzel Washington’s Comment Aimed at Jayson Tatum Had Spike Lee 'Dying'

Denzel Washington has built a stellar reputation over the last few decades as a thespian, whose mark on the industry will be talked about long after he’s gone.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / September 21

Jaylen Brown says Celtics are entering 'new era'

After several years as title contenders, Boston may fall into the middle of the pack in the East, at least for the upcoming season.

Notable update emerges about Boston superstar's injury recovery

Nets could have the youngest roster in NBA history when season opens

Mavs receive huge Anthony Davis boost

Heat rookie could be thrown into starting role following Tyler Herro blow

Three questions for the 76ers ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season

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Ron Harper News / Hoops Wire / September 20

Celtics sign Ron Harper Jr, two others to camp deals

The Celtics have finalized their training camp agreements with Kendall Brown, Jalen Bridges and Ron Harper Jr., per the NBA’s transaction log. Brown, 22, was the No.

Boston Celtics News / Last Word On Sports / September 20

Celtics Ink Two Intriguing Youngsters With NBA Experience To Compete With 4 Others For Roster Spots

The Boston Celtics made two intriguing signings yesterday. According to Hoophype’s Michael Scotto, the Celtics signed Kendall Brown and Jalen Bridges to Exhibit 10 contracts.

Jayson Tatum News / Larry Brown Sports / September 19

Notable update emerges about Jayson Tatum’s recovery

Jayson Tatum appears to be making excellent progress just four months removed from his Achilles tear.

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Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Celtics Could Bolster Frontcourt by Swapping Anfernee Simons for Jazz's Young Center

It has been an interesting offseason thus far for the Boston Celtics as they have elected to make multiple moves to cut salary following Jayson Tatum’s Achilles injury during the playoffs last season.