Celtics
Here’s how NBA insiders view the Celtics’ offseason, title chances
Celtics The Celtics were viewed kindly in a recent ESPN poll of 15 insiders around the NBA. Jayson Tatum (left) and Jaylen Brown (right) have a big year ahead of them. Jim Davis/Globe Staff The Boston Celtics have massive expectations once again, even from some people around the NBA. In a recent ESPN poll surveying […]
Jrue Holiday to the Celtics would be difficult to pull off. Should they try?
Celtics Holiday is available after the Damian Lillard trade on Wednesday, but should the Celtics make an offer? The Celtics reportedly have interest in Jrue Holiday. Does a deal make sense? AP Photo/Charles Krupa In the aftermath of the three-team blockbuster trade that sent Damian Lillard to the Bucks on Wednesday, one question emerged that […]
Celtics reportedly ‘expected to explore’ potential Jrue Holiday trade
Morning Sports Update Holiday, traded just days after he said he considered himself a “Buck for life,” could be on the Celtics’ radar. Jrue Holiday during Game 3 of a first-round playoff series against the Miami Heat, April 22, 2023. AP Photo/Lynne Sladky The Celtics and Jrue Holiday: One of the many subplots that resulted […]
What does the Damian Lillard trade to the Bucks mean for the Celtics? 5 takeaways
Celtics The Eastern Conference got stronger with the Lillard trade, but not in the way everyone expected. Damian Lillard drives to the basket against Jayson Tatum during a March 8, 2023 game in Boston. AP Photo/Charles Krupa Just as we all expected, Damian Lillard has been traded to an Eastern Conference contender – an already […]
Former Celtics coach suggests how Boston can benefit from Damian Lillard trade
Celtics “Portland, buy Jrue out so he can sign to the Celtics.” Jrue Holiday was a useful cog for the Bucks over the previous three seasons. Morry Gash / AP Photo The Celtics’ standing as the top contender in the Eastern Conference received a significant challenge on Wednesday evening. The Milwaukee Bucks — already considered […]
Here’s what Brad Stevens said about Malcolm Brogdon, the new-look Celtics and more
Celtics “We’re looking forward to getting started and here we go.” Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens had a lot to say about the Celtics’ roster and season. Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff As the Boston Celtics prepare to begin the 2023-24 NBA season, they have some questions to answer about their relationship with […]
Here are the odds that the Celtics will trade for Damian Lillard
Celtics A sports betting site released their odds for Damian Lillard’s next team, and the Celtics’ chances are pretty high. Damian Lillard (white) attacks the basket against new Celtic Kristaps Porzingis (furthest right). John McDonnell/Washington Post 5 things to know about new Celtic forward Lamar Stevens Celtics reportedly agree to deal with G/F Lamar Stevens […]
Celtics reportedly agree to deal with G/F Lamar Stevens ahead of training camp
Celtics Stevens played the first three seasons of his career with the Cavaliers, where he earned a defensive-oriented reputation. Lamar Stevens has signed a deal to join the Celtics, likely battling for a roster spot in training camp. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane) The Celtics are adding another depth piece to the roster in the lead-up to […]
Report: Malcolm Brogdon upset with how Celtics handled his injured elbow
Celtics “There is a question of when he might be available, how’s he’s available.” Malcolm Brogdon struggled in the final days of Boston’s playoff run in 2023 due to his elbow injury. Wilfredo Lee / AP The Celtics and reigning Sixth Man of the Year Malcolm Brogdon might be on shaky terms entering the 2023-24 […]
Marcus Smart’s wedding turned into a Celtics reunion featuring Jayson Tatum, Brad Stevens & more
Celtics Smart celebrated his wedding day alongside his wife, Maisa Hallum, on Saturday. Marcus Smart celebrated with a few of his former Celtics teammates over the weekend. Jim Davis / The Boston Globe Marcus Smart will take to the court with the Memphis Grizzlies this season following his trade from Boston earlier this offseason. But […]