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The NBA Slam Dunk Contest is one of the best parts of the entire All-Star celebration. Players achieve incredible athletic feats and come up with creative slams to wow fans and viewers alike. However, in recent years, there have been no stars in this All-Star competition. In fact, eight of the last nine Dunk Contest […]

This past offseason, the Boston Celtics made some major changes, and they’ve paid off so far. After defeating the pesky Atlanta Hawks 125-117 on Wednesday night, Boston improved to 39-12 overall while remaining in first place in the Eastern Conference. Even though Boston is five games ahead of the second-place Cleveland Cavaliers, its front office […]

The NBA trade deadline is less than 24 hours away, and the Boston Celtics are officially open for business. The league-leading C’s are sending two second-round picks and forward Lamar Stevens in exchange for Memphis Grizzlies big man Xavier Tillman, per ESPN insider Adrian Wojnarowski. 🚨 The Grizzlies are trading Xavier Tillman to the Boston […]

For many teams, the NBA trade deadline is a time for panic. It’s when big contracts get shipped out, disappointing star players are ditched, or new talent is found. But, for the Boston Celtics, the 2024 trade deadline is a time for planning. The Celtics have championship aspirations for the 2023-24 season, and their record […]

The Boston Celtics aren’t looking to make a huge splash before the 2024 NBA trade deadline. Rather, they’re aiming for a smaller move that could bolster their already potent roster. Utah Jazz forward Simone Fontecchio could fit the bill for that kind of deal. The 28-year-old is reportedly garnering interest from the Celtics ahead of […]

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown is known for his in-game, high-flying dunks. And yet, Brown has never put his skills to the test at All-Star weekend before. That may change this year, as the Boston star could very well be the first Celtic in over 15 years to join the Slam Dunk Contest, per Shams […]

The Boston Celtics crushed the undermanned Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday afternoon, blowing them out 131-91. But, the 40-point win at TD Garden was not the primary concern for a lot of Celtics fans. Instead, they were focused on giving former Celtic guard Marcus Smart the best homecoming possible. The 2022 Defensive Player of the Year […]

On Sunday afternoon, former Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart will hear plenty of cheers at TD Garden. Although the ex-Celtic is now with the Memphis Grizzlies, he’ll be embraced like he never left. Of course, Smart didn’t choose to go, as Boston included him in a three-team trade this offseason to acquire center Kristaps Porzingis. […]

There are no certainties in the NBA, and that was proven on Thursday night when the Boston Celtics lost 114-105 to the undermanned Los Angeles Lakers. L.A. was without its two best players, as 2024 All-Stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis both missed the nationally televised contest with various injuries. All of Boston’s starters were […]

The Boston Celtics are sending two players to Indianapolis for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game, but guard Derrick White isn’t among them. White, who’s started every game he’s played for the C’s this season, has been hearing plenty of All-Star noise lately. Yet he was left off the list of Eastern Conference All-Star reserves before […]

After a disappointing finish to the 2022-23 season, the Boston Celtics made major changes. In late June, they completed a massive three-team trade that sent away team leader Marcus Smart and brought in star center Kristaps Porzingis. Although this big move shocked many Boston fans, Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens had his eye […]

Becoming a tough team doesn’t happen overnight. However, the Boston Celtics are trying to demonstrate their resilient mentality during a difficult stretch of the 2023-24 season. On Tuesday night, the Celtics were forced to put that sturdy mindset to the test against a stubborn Indiana Pacers team. Although Boston scored a season-high 81 points in […]

Veteran guard Malcolm Brogdon was only with the Boston Celtics for one season, but it was a productive one. The 31-year-old became the first Celtic to win Sixth Man of the Year since 1986 and helped Boston make it all the way to the Eastern Conference Finals. Despite this success during the 2022-23 campaign, Boston’s […]

The Boston Celtics boast a potent starting five that’s one of the best in the NBA. And on Tuesday night against the Indiana Pacers, every Celtics starter had at least 17 points en route to a 129-124 victory. Although the starters stole the show versus Indiana, a record-breaking performance came from the bench. Celtics point […]

The Boston Celtics don’t play in the Ivy League, but that doesn’t mean they lack smarts. In fact, they even have a “genius” in their bunch, according to Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla. On Tuesday night, the Celtics took on the scrappy Indiana Pacers and prevailed 129-124. Although they dropped a season-high 81 points in […]

Mental toughness is hard to define, but it’s apparent in the game of Boston Celtics guard Derrick White. On Monday night against the New Orleans Pelicans, White went 1-for-7 in the first half and missed four shots from beyond the arc. But, instead of fading away in the final frame, White got red hot down […]

The Boston Celtics have championship aspirations this season, so it’s no surprise that they’re being extra careful with injuries. Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis, who sprained his ankle on Thursday against the Miami Heat, is now questionable for Monday’s matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans. Porzingis didn’t play in Boston’s previous game versus the Los Angeles […]

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum formed a close bond with the late Kobe Bryant, but he still wishes he could’ve asked his legendary mentor more. Bryant tragically passed away four years ago, and Tatum shared how much the basketball great meant to him with Andscape writer Marc J. Spears. “I can’t believe that he’s not […]

The Boston Celtics have had some great teams in recent years. But Jayson Tatum believes this Celtics squad is the best group he’s ever been a part of. Tatum was named to his fifth All-Star team on Thursday night and celebrated by taking down the Miami Heat, 143-110. The Celtics star spoke to Andscape senior […]

The Boston Celtics were embarrassed on their home court last season by the Miami Heat, as they lost Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden. On Thursday night, the C’s exacted a little revenge by embarrassing the Heat in Miami, drubbing them 143-110. Miami’s defense, which is known for being tough and […]

The Boston Celtics and Miami Heat have developed an intense rivalry in the 21st century. And yet, the Thursday night matchup between the Eastern Conference foes was a total beatdown. In Miami, the C’s triumphed 143-110 and produced one of the most impressive box scores in NBA history. During the 33-point blowout, the Celtics became […]

There are a lot of great combinations of food that fit perfectly together: bacon and eggs, peanut butter and jelly, or pancakes and maple syrup, to name a few. But Boston Celtics fans probably have a new pairing that tops them all: Cookies and cream. On X, Celtics guard Jaylen Brown used that sweet combination […]

The Boston Celtics are leading the pack so far in the 2023-24 NBA season, and other teams are adjusting accordingly. As of now, the C’s boast a league-best 34-10 overall record and are in first place in the Eastern Conference. Not far behind them are the Miami Heat and Milwaukee Bucks, who both made big […]

Former Boston Celtics and current Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III won’t play another game this season, but that doesn’t mean he’s off the trading block ahead of the 2024 NBA trade deadline. The 26-year-old big man played just six games for the Blazers before injuring his right knee and undergoing season-ending surgery. The […]

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has always had a friendly rivalry with his former teammate Grant Williams. But when Tatum took the floor on Monday night, he showed his old pal no mercy. Just before halftime, Williams, who’s now with the Dallas Mavericks, tried to run up the court quickly to get a last-second shot […]

The Boston Celtics have one of the largest fan bases in the NBA, and it showed on Sunday night. The Celtics were showered with cheers and chants despite being on the road during a 116-107 win against the Houston Rockets. When Boston had essentially wrapped up the game late in the fourth quarter, well-traveled Celtics […]

After getting off to the best start at home in franchise history, the Boston Celtics finally dropped a game at TD Garden on Friday night. The Denver Nuggets, who won their first NBA title in franchise history last season, came into Beantown and narrowly defeated the C’s 102-100. The Celtics had a chance to keep […]

If you look at the Boston Celtics’ all-time, head-to-head record against every NBA team, there’s only one franchise they’ve lost to more than they’ve beat: the San Antonio Spurs. However, you wouldn’t know it based on the 2023-24 season, as the Celtics have outclassed the Spurs each time they’ve met. Most recently, the Celtics, who […]

The Boston Celtics have always loved playing at TD Garden, and for good reason. The raucous home crowd has propelled them for decades. In the Celtics’ long history, they’re a stellar 1,987-861 at home, per StatMuse. However, home-court advantage didn’t really exist for Boston last season. The Celtics went a disappointing 5-6 at home during […]

Former Boston Celtics forward Grant Williams was dealt to the Dallas Mavericks this offseason, but there’s still a way he can help his old team out. Ahead of the NBA trade deadline on February 8th, the Celtics could opt to use the $6.2 million trade exception (TPE) generated from the Williams sign-and-trade. Although the Celtics […]

For the fourth time in the 2023-24 season, the Boston Celtics are facing the Toronto Raptors in a divisional battle. But for this MLK Day matchup on Monday night, the C’s may be without star Jaylen Brown. The two-time All-Star has only missed two games all season, yet he’s listed as questionable against the Raptors […]

Boston Celtics stars are always under a lot of pressure, as the city expects championships. But guard Jaylen Brown reached another level of pressure after signing the richest contract in NBA history this past offseason. Plenty of players get their massive deals and then start to fade, yet Brown has done anything but. The two-time […]

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka was only with the Boston Celtics for one season, but he made a lasting impact on his players. Celtics star Jayson Tatum became particularly close with the 46-year-old coach, as Udoka pushed him and helped him make his first All-NBA team in 2022. Tatum and Udoka will have a […]

A game featuring the two top seeds in the Eastern Conference will always draw a lot of attention. But the primetime showdown on Thursday night between the Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks did not live up to the hype. The Bucks hammered the Celtics, winning 135-102 while handing Boston their worst loss of the season. It […]

Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart was a huge fan favorite when he was with the Boston Celtics for nine seasons. So, it’s no surprise that the TD Garden crowd was eagerly awaiting his return to Boston. Unfortunately, the reunion may have to wait another year. Smart was diagnosed with a right ring finger injury and […]

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown fills numerous roles for his talented team. He’s their rim destroyer, the longest-tenured Celtic, and a vocal leader who isn’t afraid to speak his mind. However, what doesn’t seem to be talked about enough is that Brown is the ultimate tone-setter for the C’s. While Boston’s 2023-24 roster has plenty […]

The Boston Celtics are almost 80 years old, and they’ve seen plenty of success in their time. As a result, breaking franchise records can be particularly difficult. But, the 2023-24 Celtics have already managed to do something historic. After a thrilling 127-120 overtime win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Boston improved to a perfect 18-0 at […]

The Boston Celtics are a perfect 17-0 at home this season, but that impressive streak could be in jeopardy on Wednesday night. At TD Garden, the C’s will host the Minnesota Timberwolves, who are currently the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference. The last time these two contenders met was in early November when […]

The Boston Celtics felt robbed after their controversial 133-131 loss to the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. And according to the NBA itself, they may be justified in their anger. What happened in Celtics-Pacers game? With just 3.2 seconds remaining and the score knotted, Celtics star Jaylen Brown attempted a game-winning jumper. Pacers sharp-shooter Buddy […]