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Ben Simmons to Celtics Potentially Dead After Decision by NBA Free Agent

Ben Simmons is one of the biggest names remaining on the free agency market. The Boston Celtics have been named as one of the teams interested in him. Though not the player he once was, the Celtics could mold him to be part of their center rotation if they add him and all goes right.

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New NBA Trade Report Comes at Unfortunate Time for Celtics

The Boston Celtics have made some massive changes this offseason. To get under the NBA's second tax apron, they traded Jrue Holiday for Anfernee Simons, then traded Kristaps Porzingis for Georges Niang.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 2

Celtics' $45 Million Forward 'Disrespected' Says Insider

A key Boston Celtics champion forward has been given short shrift in the league at large, posits a longtime NBA insider. Dan Favale of Bleacher Report lays out the top "disrespected" players on each of the league's 30 teams as part of a fresh piece.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / August 2

WNBA relocation rumors heat up with reported Sun sale

The Connecticut Sun took a significant step toward relocation on Saturday.

Change necessary after Aces fold in humiliating 53-point loss to Lynx

Lynx F Napheesa Collier departs game with ankle injury

Lynx, Collier solidify status as WNBA favorite, MVP lock

The best player in the WNBA is someone no one is talking about

Why the WNBA may be facing a competitive balance problem

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The 'Most NBA games played' quiz

How many of the career leaders for games played in the NBA can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA all-time 50-point game leaders' quiz

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Kristaps Porzingis News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 2

Celtics Predicted to Choose Shocking Kristaps Porzingis Replacement

The Boston Celtics are going to have a new starting center next season after trading Kristaps Porzingis to the Atlanta Hawks. Moving Porzingis was part of the Celtics' goal to shed salary.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 2

Celtics Big Man Reacts to Shocking Roster Overhaul, Losing Multiple Key Players

A Boston Celtics big man has weighed in on the team's flurry of summer moves, amidst a surprisingly thorough offseason. When six-time All-Star power forward

Boston Celtics News / The SportsRush / August 2

Celtics Legend Confesses His Gambling Addiction While Reacting to Marcus Morris’ Arrest

Marcus Morris has made headlines but not for his hot takes. Morris, who recently transitioned from NBA player to sports media analyst, has found himself in legal trouble for allegedly committing fraud at two different casinos.

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 2

Celtics' Jayson Tatum Could Play This Season, Says Scout

Could six-time All-Star Boston Celtics power forward Jayson Tatum actually be back in action before the end of the 2025-26 regular season? The 6-foot-8

Al Horford News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 2

Celtics Notes: Boston Signs Guard, Al Horford Update, Big Man Has Surprise Surgery

The Boston Celtics made a roster move, signing an international guard to a two-way deal. Despite all the changes to the squad this offseason, the deals keep coming through as Boston still looks to get under the second apron.

Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / August 2

Surprising update emerges about Jayson Tatum's recovery

Jayson Tatum may be giving a glimmer of hope right now to the Boston Celtics.

Notable Giannis Antetokounmpo update emerges amid uncertainty

Knicks reportedly made a signing based on Antetokounmpo trade belief

Lakers reportedly monitoring availability of two-time All-Star

Three best fits for Jonathan Kuminga

What 76ers' Daryl Morey got wrong about Lakers' bubble title

Pregnant wife of former NBA star gets attacked by shark

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 1

Former Celtics Champion Signs With West Squad

The Boston Celtics haven't been in the position to develop young players on their roster over the last few years. They have been competing for championships, so that's why young guys can't get time.

Jaden Springer News / Fastbreak on SI / August 1

Recent Boston Celtics NBA Champion Signs With New Team

Jaden Springer played 43 games for the Boston Celtics and Utah Jazz during the 2024-25 season. During the middle of the year, he was traded to the Jazz.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 1

Celtics Make Roster Move, Sign Guard

The Boston Celtics have had one whirlwind of a summer. Boston has undergone a ton of changes in the past month or so, and it appears that they are not

Jaylen Brown News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 1

Celtics News: Insider Provides Massive Update on Jaylen Brown Knee Injury

The Boston Celtics weren't at full health during the playoffs this past season. Kristaps Porzingis had some mysterious illness that kept him out of games in both the first and the second round.

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NBA News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA All-Rookie first-teams since 2015-16' quiz

How many members from the NBA First-Team All-Rookie Teams since the 2015-16 season can you name in six minutes?

Jayson Tatum News / Hoops Wire / August 1

Rumor: Celtics’ Jayson Tatum ‘Moving Really Well,’ Could Play Next NBA Season

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum was “moving really well” at Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul‘s basketball camp in Las Vegas, according to NBA reporter Steve Bulpett of Heavy Sports. Tatum has not been ruled out for next season. “He was moving really well,” an NBA scout told Bulpett.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 1

Celtics Facing Major Competition for Highly Sought After All-Star Free Agent

The Boston Celtics are not done making moves in the offseason. They will not be starting the year without being under the first apron of the luxury tax.

Boston Celtics News / Hardwood Heroics / August 1

'Is He About to Have His Scottie Pippen Year?' – Boston Celtics Insider Offers Unique Jaylen Brown Question Ahead of 2025-26 Campaign

With Jayson Tatum out indefinitely due to a torn Achilles, Jaylen Brown is expected to shoulder the heavy load for the Boston Celtics on both ends of the floor in the 2025-26 campaign.