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Boston Celtics News / Fadeaway World / July 1

Celtics Legend Says He Played With The Best All-White Team Ever: 'I Got Larry Bird, Kevin McHale...'

Boston Celtics legend Cedric Maxwell spent 11 seasons in the NBA, and he reckons no one in league history played with better White players than he did.

Cam Whitmore News / Celtics Life / July 1

Could Celtics make a run at Cam Whitmore?

Despite an impressive rookie season Cam Whitmore appears to be the odd man out on a very deep Houston Rockets team with plans to contend this coming season.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

Celtics legend Paul Pierce makes Jaylen Brown trade request

Despite all of the moves the Boston Celtics have already made this offseason, many are still wondering about the fate of Jaylen Brown. Celtics legend Paul Pierce has made his stance abundantly clear.

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Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

Kristaps Porzingis reacts to former Celtics teammate Luke Kornet securing Spurs bag

One of the Boston Celtics’ most prominent bench pieces, Luke Kornet, has decided to move on and take his talents to the San Antonio Spurs. Kristaps Porzignis was happy to see the Texas native receive a solid payday.

Boston Celtics News / Fadeaway World / July 1

Celtics' Starting Lineup Has Been Massively Downgraded Compared To Last Year

The Boston Celtics were on top of the basketball world just a year ago, but a lot has changed since then. The Celtics have lost some key pieces this offseason, and with Jayson Tatum likely out for a year after tearing his Achilles, too, their projected starting lineup for 2025-26 looks vastly different from the one in 2024-25.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Why Kevin Garnett questions Celtics trading away Jrue Holiday

Boston Celtics legend Kevin Garnett expressed concern about the front office’s decision to trade away Jrue Holiday. The longtime elite defensive guard was dealt to the Portland Trail Blazers for Anfernee Simons and two second-round draft picks.

Luke Kornet News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1

Celtics lose fan favorite in free agency

The Boston Celtics’ cost-cutting measures led to another roster casualty at the start of NBA free agency. Beloved Celtics backup Luke Kornet is signing a long-term contract with the San Antonio Spurs.

Al Horford News / Hoops Wire / June 30

Cavs, Knicks Among Teams Expressing Interest In Al Horford

The Cavaliers, Nuggets, Knicks and Warriors are among the teams expressing interest in Celtics free agent big man Al Horford, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Luke Kornet, Luka Garza moves highlight Celtics’ new cap reality

The 2025 offseason was expected to be a busy one for the Boston Celtics, and the start of free agency confirmed that. On Monday night, former Celtics center and fan favorite Luke Kornet agreed to a four-year, $41 million contract with the San Antonio Spurs, per ESPN insider Shams Charania.

Luka Garza News / Total Apex Sports / June 30

Boston Celtics-Luka Garza Agree On 2-Year Deal

The Boston Celtics and young Center Luka Garza agreed on a two-year $5.5 million contract on Monday evening. He is coming off a season with the Minnesota Timberwolves where he did not receive much playing time.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Celtics replace Kristaps Porzingis, Luke Kornet with former Timberwolves center Luka Garza

Last week, the Boston Celtics bid farewell to center Kristaps Portzingis after he was traded to the Atlanta Hawks. A few days later, fellow Celtics center

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Celtics’ Paul Pierce reacts to Kevin Garnett’s ‘point’ on Achilles tears

Former Boston Celtics superstar Paul Pierce recently supported fellow Hall of Famer and former-teammate Kevin Garnett’s view on the troubling rise of Achilles injuries in NBA players.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30

Hawks reloading in suddenly wide-open Eastern Conference

The Atlanta Hawks gave up De'Andre Hunter at the trade deadline in what looked like a give-up trade. Instead, the move kicked off a retooling that makes the Hawks look dangerous in a wide-open Eastern Conference.

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Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / June 30

Boston Celtics Sign 4-Year NBA Player

Luka Garza has spent all four seasons of his pro career with the Minnesota Timberwolves. On Monday night, the former Iowa star become a free agent. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Garza will now sign a deal with the Boston Celtics.

Jayson Tatum News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum seen going hard in the gym during Achilles rehab

Just over six weeks after having surgery for a torn Achilles tendon, Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum is already back in the gym, tackling the early stages of a lengthy rehab journey.

Paul Pierce News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Paul Pierce Assigns Blame for Recent Trades by the Boston Celtics

Former Boston Celtics star Paul Pierce doesn't shy away from making headlines with his hot takes, and there's a reason why he's known as "The Truth," even if he's only expressing his opinions.

Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / June 30

NBA Fans Send Love To Boston Celtics Coach Joe Mazzulla

Joe Mazzulla has been the coach of the Boston Celtics for each of the previous three seasons. On Monday, he is celebrating his 37th brirthday. Via The Boston Celtics: "Happy birthday Joe ☘️" Many NBA fans sent love to Mazzulla on social media.

Al Horford News / Athlon Sports / June 30

New report emerges on Al Horford’s Celtics decision

Al Horford will enter unrestricted free agency for the first time since 2019. The last time that happened, he left the Boston Celtics for their division rival, the Philadelphia 76ers.

Celtics have enormous demand in Derrick White trade talks

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Derrick White News / Larry Brown Sports / June 29

Celtics have enormous demand in Derrick White trade talks

The Boston Celtics are making it very clear that they want to keep Derrick White for next season. The Celtics have a massive asking price in trade talks surrounding White, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.

Luke Kornet News / Boston Celtics on SI / June 29

Celtics News: Luke Kornet's Potential Free Agency Price Revealed

The Boston Celtics are looking to keep some of their role players now that they have shipped off Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis. Those two starters will play elsewhere next year.

Anfernee Simons News / Fadeaway World / June 28

Celtics May Flip Anfernee Simons To Free Up Room For Two Key Stars

The Boston Celtics’ whirlwind offseason may not be finished just yet. After trading away Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis to clear salary and reshape the roster, Boston is reportedly exploring yet another cost-cutting move, this time centered on newly acquired guard Anfernee Simons.

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / June 28

Celtics reportedly considering surprising move

The Boston Celtics may be getting off the Anfernee Simons ship before it even sets sail next season. The Celtics acquired Simons as the centerpiece of the deal that sent Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers earlier this week.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / June 26