'Prominent rival coach' calls out Boston Celtics fans
Boston Celtics fans have been in shambles ever since they watched their team go crashing out of the playoffs at the hands of the Miami Heat.Half the fanbase all of a sudden has cold feet on giving Jaylen Brown a super-max contract extension, after clamoring for him to make All-NBA a month ago, so the team could do just that - pay him.
'Unclear' if Boston Celtics will keep their NBA Draft pick: Report
The future of the Boston Celtics' 2023 NBA Draft pick is "unclear," as the June 22 date looms large.According to The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor, the Celtics are trying to "bolster the roster," perhaps using the pick as a trade chip."It's unclear if Boston will keep this pick, though," O'Connor wrote.
Celtics reportedly 'active' in trade discussions ahead of 2023 NBA Draft
Celtics The Celtics could move a guard off their roster, especially if it bolsters their frontcourt.The Celtics may not be entering into the Bradley Beal sweepstakes this offseason.But that doesn't mean that Brad Stevens is going to sit on the sidelines as the trade market begins to ramp up.According to MassLive.com's
Why losing to the Nuggets in the Finals could have been beneficial for the Celtics
Celtics "Oh, make no mistake.The Nuggets would have throttled them."A 3-point heave's worth of thoughts on the Celtics ...
⪠Two weeks after their season ended with a Game 7 no-show, it remains a bummer that the Celtics couldn't overcome the Heat - but mostly themselves - to reach the NBA Finals.
Proposal sees Boston Celtics acquire pair of top-4 draft picks for Jaylen Brown
The Boston Celtics' Eastern Conference Finals elimination opened the floodgates for Jaylen Brown trade proposals - which makes sense considering previous comments made about "toxic" fans in the city of Boston and the looming potential $295 million supermax now on the table after his All-NBA Second Team 2022-23 season.
Boston Celtics 'active' in 'trade talks' leading up to NBA Draft: Report
After a disappointing end to their season, the Boston Celtics have some big decisions to make this summer.Well, sort of.Essentially they have one decision to make, it's just a big one.Do they continue forward with the same nucleus, or reshape the roster?Well, it sounds like the Cs have at least some interest in shaking things up.
Ranking star guards the Celtics could trade Jaylen Brown for this offseason
The Boston Celtics could undergo a significant roster overhaul this summer as the NBA's new second tax apron kicks in.The harshest penalties kick in during the summer of 2024, but Boston must plan as Jaylen Brown enters the final year of his contract.The Celtics have to extend him or the two-time All-Star will be gone.
The Boston Celtics bounced back in Game 3 after a disappointing loss in Game 2, regaining control with strong performances from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. [ more ]
Why Jaylen Brown appeared upset following clutch basket in Celtics' Game 4 win
Jaylen Brown took issue with an official appearing to bump into him before hitting a game-sealing 3-pointer in the Celtics' win over the Cavaliers. [ more ]
Jayson Tatum, Celtics Hailed By NBA Fans for Bounce-back Game 3 Win vs. Adebayo, Heat
The Boston Celtics defeated the Miami Heat in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference playoffs with strong performances from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. [ more ]
Celtics Rumors: Jaylen Brown Trade Realistic, Could Command Kevin Durant-Level Return
Jaylen Brown's future with the Boston Celtics may not be secure as the team may need to make financial decisions in the future.
A trade involving Brown could result in a major return for the Celtics, potentially including multiple first-round picks and high-level rotation players. [ more ]
Jaylen Brown meets with Mass. legislators, advocates for 'Raise the Age' bill
Jaylen Brown advocates for the 'Raise the Age' bill, which would raise the age of criminal responsibility to 21.
The 'Raise the Age' bill would keep 18 to 20-year-olds in the juvenile system, where they can receive support, education, and mental health resources. [ more ]
Constructing a Boston Celtics dream team if they nailed every NBA Draft
The Boston Celtics have been a great team over the past few years, meaning they haven't had many high draft picks of their own.However, through trades, they've managed to acquire a few lottery picks, including the third pick twice from the Nets.Did the Celtics choose the right players with those picks?
Eastern Conference foe a threat to pry Grant Williams from Boston Celtics
The majority of the Boston Celtics' nucleus is under contract for a few seasons.The lone player who is not - assuming that Jaylen Brown is extended this summer - is Grant Williams.Williams' rookie-contract expires on July 1, making him a restricted free agent, which means that Boston can match any deal he is offered.
ESPN personality surprisingly leaves Boston Celtics off top contenders list
ESPN personalities are known to have outrageous takes on their various shows.On Tuesday morning, Chris Russo had an outlandish take where he listed his top five championship contenders and surprisingly omitted the Boston Celtics.This list is truly hilarious, as Russo put the Sacramento Kings and Oklahoma City Thunder ahead of the Celtics.
Fred VanVleet's contract demands could hurt trade chances
Early Monday afternoon, Fred VanVleet announced he would be declining his $22.8 million player option for next season.Heading into the open market, the former All-Star point guard is looking for a pay raise while hoping to test the waters of free agency.The Toronto Raptors now have a serious dilemma on their hands.
Boston Celtics not interested in trade for 3x All-Star: Report
According to ESPN's Brian Windhorst, the Boston Celtics are not interested in trading for Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal."My feel from talking to sources is that the Celtics are not necessarily in on this one," Windorst said."Their intention is to get Jaylen Brown done on a contract extension this year."
Celtics Rumors: Jaylen Brown Contract Remains Priority over Bradley Beal Trade
Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images The Boston Celtics may have fallen short of their championship expectations, but don't expect a major shakeup.ESPN's Brian Windhorst said the Celtics' priority this offseason is re-signing Jaylen Brown to a contract extension and the team has no plans on trading him-even if it means acquiring Bradley Beal.
Under-the-radar Boston Celtics player fans should monitor in offseason
The Boston Celtics offseason is in full swing, and before you know it, Summer League will be here.The Celtics summer league players will be important to follow this summer because of the new CBA rules that will force teams to find diamond-in-the-rough players.Boston desperately needs to find these kinds of players with the impending contract extension for star forward Jaylen Brown.
12-time All-Star would only be good Boston Celtics fit in backup role, says analyst
Chris Paul would be a good fit on the Boston Celtics only under the condition that he was a reserve floor general in Joe Mazzulla's rotation, says Chowder and Champions' Tarringo Basile-vaughan - who believes that CP3 could bring out the most in Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown but is no longer capable of doing so for extended minutes every night.
Are Boston Celtics fans torn on whether Joe Mazzulla is the right guy for the HC job?
Joe Mazzulla was given a tough task this season as the head coach of the Boston Celtics: he had to deal with the pressure of coaching Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown as well as being the favorite to win the title.Although Mazzulla failed to deliver a title, he still had a decent season.Despite this, I have seen on social media the disconnect between Celtics fans and Mazzulla, and it begs the question: Are Celtics fans not in agreement on whether Mazzulla is the guy?
5 Grant Williams replacements that improve Celtics title odds in 2024
The Boston Celtics have been in the conference finals five times in the last seven years, but they are facing an offseason of difficult and franchise-altering decisions.Jaylen Brown became supermax eligible after making the All-NBA team, and Boston needs to lock him up this summer if they want to keep him long-term.
Boston Celtics keeping stars together will lead to restricted free agent's departure, says analyst
The Boston Celtics retaining Jaylen Brown in order to maximize his and Jayson Tatum's primes will lead to the offseason departure of restricted free agent Grant Williams - this, at least, according to Chowder and Champions' Ryan Whitley."Simply put, the Jaylen Brown-Jayson Tatum duo is destined to win together in Boston," Whitley prefaced before saying, "And to accomplish that goal, sacrifices are going to have to be made.
Blockbuster proposal sees Boston Celtics and Hornets swap former No. 3 picks
Weeks ahead of the 2023 NBA draft, one of the Boston Celtics' top draft picks in the last decade, Jaylen Brown, finds himself as one of the most popular names in the rumor mill - and the crew of the CLNS Media "Garden Report" podcast came up with a swap that'd swap him out for another former No. 3 pick: Hornets guard LaMelo Ball.
Emerging third star 'the last' guard Boston Celtics should consider trading, says analyst
Derrick White should be the last guard the Boston Celtics consider trading this offseason - this, at least, according to CelticsBlog's Jack Simone, who sees the current guard rotation as "redundant" and in need of a shakeup in some form."As the Celtics explore potential trade options this summer, the guard rotation will be looked at through a magnifying glass," Simone wrote.
Lakers legend calls for the Boston Celtics to trade All-NBA Second Teamer
All-NBA Second Team forward Jaylen Brown should find his a new team this offseason - at least that's what Lakers legend Shaquille O'Neal believes the Boston Celtics should facilitate for him to make No. 7 a No. 1 option elsewhere."I would, business-wise, break them up and use one of them to get the pieces I want," said O'Neal during an episode of "The Big Podcast with Shaq." "I would say Tatum is the No.1.
Shaquille O'Neal makes a case for why the Celtics should trade Jaylen Brown
Celtics "I can tell that it frustrates him to be the other guy."Shaquille O'Neal knows quite a bit about being part of a superstar duo in the NBA.He's played with Penny Hardaway, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, and LeBron James over the course of his career.His ability to navigate these situations is part of why he's a four-time NBA champion.
Why the Boston Celtics should pursue Chris Paul this offseason
Although the NBA Finals are still underway, the NBA offseason waits for no one, Boston Celtics fans.On Wednesday evening, Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report broke the news that the Phoenix Suns had informed Chris Paul that he would be waived ahead of free agency.BREAKING: Phoenix Suns have notified star Chris Paul that he will be waived, making the future Hall of Famer one of the top free agents this offseason, league sources tell @NBAonTNT, @BleacherReport.