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Celtics’ Jayson Tatum ‘starting to feel’ like himself amid Achilles injury rehab

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum is beginning to sense a return to normalcy as he works his way back from a ruptured right Achilles tendon. Five months into Tatum’s rehab, the All-Star forward said he is finally starting to “feel like myself” again after one of the most difficult stretches of his career.

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Joe Mazzulla on Josh Minott: ‘he has a knack for the ball and just being in the mix’

After a week and a half of training camp and a strong showing in the Celtics’ first preseason 121-103 win over the Grizzlies, Josh Minott has become Boston’s best spokesperson for how they’re going to play this season.

Jaylen Brown News / CelticsBlog / October 9

Jaylen Brown thrives in driver’s seat in Celtics’ preseason opener

Jaylen Brown took a test drive with the new-look Celtics following an offseason filled with tough decisions, new additions, and plenty of skepticism, to begin the team’s preseason campaign against the Grizzlies on Wednesday night at FedExForum.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / October 8

Celtics outwork Grizzlies in first preseason game, win 120-103

The Boston Celtics traveled to Memphis to take on the Grizzlies in Game #1 of the 2025-26 NBA preseason. With a cast of new faces, Boston’s new era started out strong, as they outworked and outplayed the hometown Grizz to prevail 117-101.

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How many of the 49 players in NBA history to haul in at least 20 rebounds in a game on 30 or more occasions can you name in seven minutes?

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Xavier Tillman News / CelticsBlog / October 8

Xavier Tillman is back in Memphis — and ready for a career year

MEMPHIS — Xavier Tillman would be the first to admit that last season was disappointing — he appeared in just 33 games and averaged 7 minutes a night. And, albeit in limited stints, he struggled on the court, shooting just 24.5% from the field and 15.6% from three.

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The best draft pick in the history of NBA franchise

The draft is a huge key to building a team. Sometimes, picks don't work out the way general managers hope, but sometimes, they can change the fate of your franchise's next decade or two.

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 8

Celtics Players in Awe of Jayson Tatum's Quick Recovery From Achilles Tear

The Boston Celtics are preparing to play the entire season without Jayson Tatum. After he tore his Achilles tendon in the second round of the playoffs a year ago, that was what they were planning on doing.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 8

Celtics Notes: Boston Star Calls Out Thunder, Anfernee Simons Trade Update, Jayson Tatum Comeback Message

A Boston Celtics star claimed that the Oklahoma City Thunder got away with a lot of fouls amid their championship run. He also spoke on how the physicality level is more lenient in the playoffs as a whole.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / October 8

A dozen spinning plates: what could the Celtics rotation could look like tonight

Trying to predict the Celtics rotation heading into their first preseason game tonight will admittedly read like fan fiction. With as much turnover as

Boston Celtics News / Hardwood Heroics / October 8

'JT is Superhuman' – Boston Celtics Fans Will be Hyped With Jaylen Brown’s Latest Jayson Tatum Update

The Boston Celtics are expected to be without Jayson Tatum for (at least) most of the 2025-26 campaign due to a torn Achilles, but there’s a slight chance that he might suit up later in the season if things go according to plan.

Boston Celtics News / EssentiallySports / October 7

Joe Mazzulla’s Change in Plan Puts Jaylen Brown at Risk as Reoccurring Issue Haunts Celtics Star

The Boston Celtics are entering a new era with a significantly reshaped roster after losing key players like Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday. Coach Joe Mazzulla faces the challenge of building a new system that maximizes the team’s remaining talent.

Duke Blue Devils News / Larry Brown Sports / October 7

Jayson Tatum takes job with CBB team during his recovery

Celtics' Jayson Tatum takes job with CBB team during his injury recovery

Jayson Tatum will miss most, if not all of the 2025-26 season as he recovers from an Achilles tear. He is finding another way to stay busy beyond his rehab, however.

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Jaylen Brown News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 7

Jaylen Brown Reveals Why Celtics Have Been 'Spoiled'

This season is going to be much different for the Boston Celtics than the last few seasons have been. For once, they are not one of the favorites to win the NBA championship.

Boston Celtics News / The Lead / October 7

Celtics Are Counting on Pritchard, Simons’ Defense

Despite the offseason departure of Jrue Holiday, the Boston Celtics remain in good hands at point guard. Payton Pritchard and Anfernee Simons bring plenty of offensive firepower to the position.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 7

Celtics' Trade Deadline Revolves Around One Player, Says Insider

The Boston Celtics acquired Anfernee Simons in the offseason while they dumped Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers. It was a move that was made with salary cap implications in mind.

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Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 7

Celtics Coach Sends Message on Jayson Tatum Comeback

A Boston Celtics assistant coach, a former three-time champ and an All-Star point guard in his day, has issued a strong missive about a potential Jayson Tatum return to the floor this season.

NBA News / The SportsRush / October 7

Jaylen Brown’s Raw Take On Marcus Smart Being With Celtics’ Rival Lakers

The first games of the NBA’s regular season are only two weeks away. That means it’s nearly that time of the year when all the casual basketball fans who tune out during the summer play their annual game of ‘Wait, he’s on WHAT team?!’ Player movement in the NBA is a common thing, and sometimes that leads to some strange bedfellows.

Payton Pritchard News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 7

Celtics Notes: Payton Pritchard Calls Out Thunder, Path to Keeping Al Horford Revealed, More

Boston Celtics point guard Payton Pritchard took a shot at the Oklahoma City Thunder, who won the NBA Championship in the 2024-25 season. “When you see OKC and them win the championship, they got away with a lot of hands, fouls, a lot of physicality.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / October 7

How to make sure CelticsBlog shows up in your Google search

As many of you are likely aware, Google searches are … different these days. The good news is Google is offering a solution for folks who like to get their news from specific sources.

Joe Mazzulla News / Hoops Wire / October 5

Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla pushes back on ‘Mazzulla Ball’ label

The Celtics’ three-point attack has become known as “Mazzulla Ball” in recent seasons. That could change this year. With Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porziņgis and Al Horford gone — and Jayson Tatum expected to miss most of the season — Boston may need to lean more on two-point scoring.

Payton Pritchard News / Fadeaway World / October 5

'Been A War Out There' – Payton Pritchard On Being Bloodied During Celtics Training Camp

Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard had a noticeable gash on the side of his neck when he spoke to the media after practice on Saturday. When asked about the wound, Pritchard revealed he got it on Friday and that the Celtics’ training camp has been quite physical.

Joe Mazzulla News / EssentiallySports / October 4

Concerning Visuals Emerge From Celtics Training Camp as Joe Mazzulla’s Plan to Test NBA Officials Revealed

When you are the Boston Celtics with 18 championships under your belt, the expectations are always high. However, after Jayson Tatum’s injury and the departures of key players such as Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday, many believed that it wouldn’t be the case this time around.

Baylor Scheierman News / Yardbarker / October 2