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FOXBOROUGH — Bill Russell’s impact reached further than the basketball world. The Boston Celtics legend, who passed away at 88, was an inspiration to athletes and activists around the world, including New England Patriots veterans Devin McCourty and Matthew Slater. Following Monday’s Patriots training camp practice, the two veterans shared how the Boston sports icon […]

With recent rumors about Kevin Durant being swapped for Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown, it appeared as if Boston’s front office was breaking up the band. However, at his basketball camp on July 3oth, Jayson Tatum seemingly put any potential departures to rest. When asked about whether or not he’s reached out to teammates and […]

The Boston Celtics are taking the challenge of developing former first-round NBA Draft pick Bruno Caboclo into the player Fran Fraschilla of ESPN thought he would become. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Celtics and Caboclo have agreed to a training camp deal, which doesn’t guarantee the player a sure spot on the […]

Bill Russell had more than a few memorable moments during his 88 years of existence. In fact, I would definitely struggle in trying to create a Top 10 or Top 20 list of the Boston Celtics legend’s most iconic moments on and off the court. One particular occasion, however, has to be on that list. […]

Bill Russell, a former Boston Celtics player who led a squad to 11 NBA titles and was the league’s first black coach, passed away on Sunday at the age of 88. He was one of the greatest champions and models in the history of sports. According to a statement issued on his official Twitter account, […]

The tributes continue to pour in for Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell, who sadly passed away at the age of 88 on Sunday. United States president Joe Biden released a statement to honor the icon and celebrate the incredible life he had on and off the basketball court. President Biden highlighted Russell’s journey to becoming […]

The basketball world was met with some tragic news on Sunday after it was announced that Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell had passed away. The Hall of Fame big man was 88 and he reportedly “passed away peacefully.” Tributes have been pouring in for the fallen icon, and one of the personalities that have sent […]

Bill Russell changed a lot of lives and inspired countless athletes during his time as an NBA player and ambassador of the game. Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade is one of those players greatly impacted by the NBA icon. And so when news of Russell’s saddening passing was revealed on Sunday, Wade couldn’t help but […]

The Golden State Warriors paid tribute to the late, great Bill Russell on Sunday, calling the graduate of Oakland’s McClymonds High School and University of San Francisco a “true giant in the game of basketball, and more importantly, in the game of life.” Bill Russell, who spent many of his formative years in the Bay […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics have one of the most intense rivalries in all of sports. There are very few things that can unite the loyal supporters of these storied franchises. One of them is the passing of the late, great Bill Russell. Lakers team owner Jeanie Buss has taken to Twitter […]

GOAT recognize GOAT. Six-time NBA champion and Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan paid tribute to the late Bill Russell on Sunday, calling the Boston Celtics and civil rights icon a “pioneer” and “legend” who “paved the way and set an example for every Black player who came into the league after him, including me.” A […]

There will never be another Bill Russell. The Boston Celtics acknowledged that reality in an emotional remembrance of the 11-time NBA champion and revered civil right activist, calling the late Russell the “greatest champion” in basketball while inviting mourners to “celebrate his enormous legacy.” Bill was a champion unlike any other in the history of […]

Bill Russell passed away at the age of 88, leaving behind one of the best legacies from any athlete in history. Former President Barack Obama was one of the many voices to pay their respects to Russell, the legendary Boston Celtics center. In a three-tweet thread, Obama said that losing Russell means losing “a giant” […]

The Boston Celtics and Brooklyn Nets are in the midst of trade negotiations involving Kevin Durant. The superstar has not yet retracted his trade request and the Celtics are a “serious threat” to land him in a trade. Boston’s most realistic trade package for Durant would include Jaylen Brown and perhaps Marcus Smart in order […]

The sports world is grieving on Sunday after the passing of Boston Celtics legend and civil rights icon Bill Russell. Paul Pierce, Finals MVP for the Celtics’ last championship in 2008, paid emotional tribute to his mentor and friend on social media, lavishing Russell with praise and remembering a day he and Kevin Garnett listened […]

The sports world was met with very sad news Sunday afternoon when it was announced that Bill Russell passed away. The legendary Boston Celtics center was one of the winningest athletes ever and someone who touched the lives of everyone he met. The 11-time NBA champion, Hall of Famer and civil rights activist made a […]

The NBA world is mourning the loss of Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell, who passed away at the age of 88 on Sunday morning. Amid the outpour of thoughts and prayers from fans, players, and media members alike, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver issued a heartfelt statement commemorating the loss of one of basketball’s most influential […]

Sports fans around the world were hit with a gut punch when it was announced that NBA legend Bill Russell passed away. Russell, a long-time member of the Boston Celtics, is widely regarded as one of the best players in NBA history. His work on and off the field endeared him to many fans. He […]

Bill Russell has passed away at 88 years of age, his family announced on Twitter. The former Boston Celtics superstar and basketball icon died peacefully with his wife by his side, the announcement reads. An announcement… pic.twitter.com/KMJ7pG4R5Z — TheBillRussell (@RealBillRussell) July 31, 2022 Bill Russell is remembered as one of the greatest basketball players ever […]

With Jaylen Brown finding himself in trade rumors yet again, former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins thinks the Boston Celtics have permanently damaged their relationship with the star swingman. For those not in the know, the Celtics reportedly offered Brown, along with Derrick White and a first-round pick, to the Brooklyn Nets for Kevin Durant. […]

Jaylen Brown has been the stuff of trade rumors of late after the All-Star swingman was linked to a possible move to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for want-away superstar Kevin Durant. This is far from the first time Brown has seen his name dragged in trade whispers, too. As a matter of fact, former […]

After what we saw from Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors this past season, there are more than a few folks out there that see this team defending their title in 2023. Well, this does not seem to be the case for the bookmakers after this latest round of championship odds was released. Surprisingly, […]

Back in 2018, former Boston Celtics big man Glen “Big Baby” Davis was arrested on illegal drug charges in Maryland. He eventually avoided jail time by paying a $15,000 fine. Davis recently guested on Vlad TV and it was an opportunity for him to relive the chilling incident he had with the police that led […]

The Boston Celtics are now the latest team to join the Kevin Durant sweepstakes. After a few weeks of relative silence, the men in green have reignited the discussion about the Brooklyn Nets star. Already, some fans are discussing how he’ll fit in with the core of the team if he gets traded there. It’s […]

The downfall of former NBA standout Delonte West is truly heartbreaking. A former 24th overall pick in the 2004 draft, West played eight seasons in the league before things took a turn for the worst. Not long ago, he was seen in the streets of Virginia panhandling. Earlier this week, Delonte West got into an […]

Paul Pierce is without a doubt one of the most important figures in Boston Celtics franchise history. The Hall of Famer also appears to have some insider knowledge of his former team’s offseason dealings. In particular, “The Truth” seems to be in the know with regard to the Celtics’ supposed pursuit of Brooklyn Nets superstar […]

Boston Celtics icon Brian Scalabrine has no issue about the Beantown team parting ways with Jaylen Brown to land Kevin Durant. However, that is if KD can prove he still has what it takes to win a championship. But what if Father Time has caught up to KD? Well, that is another matter that needs […]

Jayson Tatum is not a big fan of the Boston Celtics trying to trade for Kevin Durant, let alone including his running mate Jaylen Brown in their reported trade offer. The star forward, however, has doubts about the legitimacy of those reports. On Monday, the Celtics emerged as another potential landing spot for KD after […]

If you’re going to ask Jayson Tatum, he won’t change anything about the current Boston Celtics team. Not even Kevin Durant could change his mind. He loves the roster they have, especially after reaching the NBA Finals in the 2022 playoffs. The Celtics have been linked with a Durant trade recently, with the Beantown franchise […]

Jaylen Brown is finding himself linked to the Brooklyn Nets in recent trade rumors. The Boston Celtics are reportedly open to making him the centerpiece in a Kevin Durant deal. Brown emerged as a true superstar during the playoffs for the Celtics. But they fell just short of an NBA Finals championship and believe KD […]

The Boston Celtics surprisingly popped up in the Kevin Durant trade rumors on Monday and reportedly offered Jaylen Brown in a package to the Brooklyn Nets. His name has popped up in trade talks before, but it appears this is the first time the organization has actually considered moving the star guard. Via Jake Fischer […]

Kevin Durant has been linked to the Boston Celtics as of late. The Celtics reportedly emerged as serious contenders to land the Brooklyn Nets superstar. However, Boston has been in the Durant sweepstakes longer than originally believed. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, the Celtics first inquired about KD in early July. That was […]

While he is no longer the dominant player he once was, Dwight Howard remains a solid role player. He is 36 years old and still more than capable of contributing to teams as a backup center. He spent last season with the Los Angeles Lakers, producing in some minutes off the bench. Howard averaged 6.2 […]

Kevin Durant was so close to becoming a member of the Boston Celtics. If only the C’s had a better offer than Jaylen Brown and Derrick White, then they could now be announcing KD’s arrival in Boston. This deal isn’t completely dead yet, though. FS1’s Nick Wright toyed with the idea of the Celtics possibly […]

Three-time All-Star Antoine Walker spent eight out of his 12 years in the NBA with the Boston Celtics. He may have won a title with the Miami Heat in 2006, but it’s hard to argue with the notion that the 6-foot-8 power forward is most known for his stint in Bean Town. It is also […]

The back-and-forth between Stephen Curry and Grant Williams continues. Now, after being on the receiving end of some dissing at the ESPYs, the Boston Celtics forward took his chance to fire back at the Golden State Warriors star. Referencing Curry’s trolling during the ESPYs, during which he said he’ll let Williams borrow his suit and […]

The Boston Celtics have thrown themselves in the mix for a Kevin Durant trade, and while their first offer has been rejected, they have become the favorites to land the superstar forward. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Celtics are a “serious threat” to land Durant in a trade because they have the […]

Jaylen Brown has been the talk of the town of late after it was revealed that the All-Star forward could be on his way to the Brooklyn Nets. Earlier reports claim that the Boston Celtics have made an offer to the Nets centered around Brown in exchange for superstar Kevin Durant. Apparently, Brooklyn rejected the […]

NBA insider Shams Charania of The Athletic sent shockwaves across the basketball world on Monday after he reported that the Brooklyn Nets had rejected the Boston Celtics’ trade offer for Kevin Durant. Apparently, the Nets didn’t like Boston’s proposal centered around All-Star forward Jaylen Brown. Josh Horford, the younger brother of Celtics veteran Al Horford, […]