Celtics
NBA scout explains why the Celtics will still miss Marcus Smart this season
Celtics “He is a guy that can get on them. Or at least he had the clout, the voice to tell them.” Marcus Smart was traded to Memphis back in June as part of the deal for Kristaps Porzingis. Jim Davis / The Boston Globe Brad Stevens was busy this offseason in his efforts to […]
With Holiday, Porzingis in Boston and Harden trying to leave 76ers, Celtics the best of the Atlantic
Celtics The Celtics should easily be the class of the division and maybe even once again the entire Eastern Conference after falling one game shy of the NBA Finals in 2022-23. Boston Celtics’ Kristaps Porzingis shoots over Philadelphia 76ers’ P.J. Tucker. Chris Szagola/AP Photo By BRIAN MAHONEY, Associated Press October 18, 2023 | 11:23 AM […]
The Celtics’ top six will be really hard to stop: 8 takeaways from Celtics vs. Knicks
Celtics The top of the Celtics’ rotation looked great in a tune-up against the Knicks. The Celtics took on the Knicks in a preseason game on Tuesday. Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images The Celtics beat the Knicks 123-110 on Tuesday in their second-to-last preseason game, which may also have doubled as the final chance for […]
What Derrick White said about contract extension talks with Celtics
Celtics “If it happens, great. If not, I’m still excited for the season to be here.” Derrick White still has two more years left on his current contract. John Tlumacki/ The Boston Globe The Celtics have had a busy offseason, and that might be underselling it. With Brad Stevens looking to get the Celtics over […]
‘I want to be Derrick White’: Lakers’ D’Angelo Russell says Celtics guard is his inspiration
Celtics “He makes all the winning plays. That’s who I want to be.” Derrick White blocks a D’Angelo Russell layup. Erin Clark/Globe Staff Jeff Van Gundy added to the Celtics’ staff as a senior consultant Jaylen Brown invites Deion Sanders to Celtics game, talks tailgating with Derrick White D’Angelo Russell is taking a more aggressive […]
‘Everybody is willing to sacrifice for a bigger goal’: Kristaps Porzingis and Celtics aren’t worried about individual stats
Celtics The Celtics loaded their roster with talent, but sharing the ball won’t be an issue according to Porzingis. Kristaps Porzingis spoke to the media on Saturday about the Celtics’ talented lineup. (John Tlumacki/Globe Staff) Jeff Van Gundy added to the Celtics’ staff as a senior consultant No matter how many stars you have on […]
Sam Cassell has worked with Jayson Tatum during Celtics camp, but Joe Mazzulla hopes he helps out with everyone
Celtics “He’s working with Jayson, we need him to have 1-on-1 conversations with Jaylen [Brown] and develop Jaylen.” Sam Cassell has spent a lot of time with Jayson Tatum during the leadup to the regular season. Barry Chin/Globe Staff Jayson Tatum was already close to one of the new assistant coaches the Celtics hired over […]
Jeff Van Gundy added to the Celtics’ staff as a senior consultant
Celtics Van Gundy was a head coach in the NBA for over a decade prior to becoming a broadcaster for the last 16 seasons. Jeff Van Gundy reportedly discussed a coaching role with the Celtics over the offseason. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff) The Celtics have hired another veteran coach to their staff. Jeff Van Gundy has […]
‘He’s just developing as a player every day’: Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla impressed by Payton Pritchard’s growth
Celtics Pritchard recently signed a four-year contract extension. Joe Mazzulla is happy with the development he’s seen from Payton Pritchard. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II) Kevin Garnett concerned about Celtics’ depth, thinks they could be emulating Nuggets with Kristaps Porzingis move Payton Pritchard’s preseason has Celtics fans excited about his potentially increased role with Boston this […]
Kevin Garnett concerned about Celtics’ depth, thinks they could be emulating Nuggets with Kristaps Porzingis move
Celtics “Your bench is everything.” Kristaps Porzingis was one of the Celtics’ two major acquisitions this offseason. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm) When the Celtics made their big splashes to acquire Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday over the offseason, arguably the biggest thing they gave up was their depth. Boston parted ways with starting point guard Marcus […]