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Boston CelticsCeltics' Jayson Tatum’s skills coach wants young star to be ‘smarter on the way he attacks’

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is focusing on improving his offensive decision making this offseason. Celtics skills coach Drew Hanlen explained what he has been focusing on with the budding star: “The offense is going to put him in situations and he’s going to have to make the right play,” Hanlen said. “I think last […]

Charlotte HornetsEastern Conference executive calls Terry Rozier's deal 'a disaster'

The Charlotte Hornets recently made waves by adding former Boston Celtics point guard Terry Rozier in what ended up as a sign-and-trade deal involving Kemba Walker. While the Hornets may have found their new point guard of the future in Rozier, one anonymous Eastern Conference team executive believes that things just went from bad to […]

Boston CelticsWhere does Kemba Walker rank among active NBA point guards?

There are always great underdog stories that never get enough attention, and the NBA’s star point guards are no exception. As a sophomore playing for the University of Connecticut, Kemba Walker put up quality numbers of 14.6 points, 5.1 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game. However, he was labeled little and was not highly sought-after […]

Boston CelticsComedian Norm Macdonald gushes at Tacko Fall pickup by Celtics

Comedian Norm Macdonald made it known that he was very happy the Boston Celtics took a chance on Tacko Fall, who had impressive games in the 2019 NBA Summer League. In a Twitter post, Macdonald told Fall that he watched all of his games in the Summer League, and that he was impressed by what […]

Boston CelticsCeltics' Jayson Tatum reacts to his NBA2K20 rating, vows to make it 90

It’s safe to say Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum isn’t too happy about his NBA 2K20 rating. In a video posted on the official NBA 2K20 Twitter account, Tatum said that he is expecting a higher rating this year. He was an 87 in NBA 2K19, and he thinks he deserves a better one this […]

Boston CelticsCeltics hopeful to 'keep working ' with Tacko Fall beyond training camp

The Boston Celtics are looking forward to working with Tacko Fall beyond training camp. Per Keith P. Smith of SB Nation, a team executive shared the Celtics’ plans on 7-foot-7 center Fall. To recall, Fall enlisted for the 2019 NBA Draft but was not selected. The Celtics, however, picked him up under an Exhibit 10 […]

Boston CelticsRival coach expects Celtics to 'not be as good on defense' as they were in 2018-19

A rival coach expects the Boston Celtics to be not as good on defense as compared to last season. Per Keith P. Smith of SB Nation, an unnamed rival coach of the Celtics shared his outlook on the Brad Stevens-led squad. For the rival coach, the Celtics’ defense will not be up to par. However, […]

Boston CelticsCeltics' Carsen Edwards is a ‘classic’ Danny Ainge pick, says team exec

After turning heads during the NBA’s Summer League tournament in Las Vegas, Nevada, Boston Celtics second-round selection and 6-foot-1 guard Carsen Edwards is being hailed a “classic” Danny Ainge pick. Per Keith Smith in SB Nation’s CelticsBlog: On Carsen Edwards: “That’s a classic Danny (Ainge) pick. He loves those undersized guards who have a heart […]

Boston CelticsCeltics' Enes Kanter meets with US Senators, seeks help to play outside the USA

New Boston Celtics big man Enes Kanter met with Senators Ed Markey (D – Mass.) and Ron Wyden (D – Ore.) on Tuesday as he looks to solve his asylum status. Kanter, 27, has been feuding with Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who he has publicly called as an authoritarian and “Hitler of our century.” […]

Boston CelticsCeltics believe they have their own version of Kawhi Leonard-Paul George duo in Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum

Kawhi-PG … LeBron-AD … and Jayson-Jaylen? The Boston Celtics are high on the potential of young wings Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, both of whom enter a revamped Beantown roster noticeably missing All-Stars Kyrie Irving and Al Horford. “Everyone loves Kawhi (Leonard) and PG (Paul George) as a wing duo. We think we have our […]

Boston CelticsReport: Celtics told teams this summer Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum were off the table in trade talks

The Boston Celtics told teams this summer small forwards Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum were off the table in trade talks. An opposing executive told Keith Smith of Celtics Blog his team called the Celtics asking about Brown and Boston quickly told him both Brown and Tatum weren’t going anywhere. “That’s the guy we wanted […]

Boston CelticsCeltics exec says Kemba Walker signing with Boston is 'validation that we are still a good team on the rise'

A Boston Celtics executive says All-Star point guard Kemba Walker signing with Boston means the franchise is still on the rise despite underachieving in 2018-19 and losing All-Stars Kyrie Irving and Al Horford in free agency. As part of a sign-and-trade deal with the Charlotte Hornets, Walker signed a four-year, $140.79 maximum contract with the […]

Boston CelticsCeltics believe Vincent Poirier has the ‘potential to be a big time defender and rebounder’

The Boston Celtics reshaped their roster in the offseason after a disappointing 2018-19 season. The team replaced Kyrie Irving for Kemba Walker, but they didn’t sign a marquee free agent to replace center Al Horford. Enes Kanter is the team’s top option at the center spot; however, a Celtics team executive thinks that Vincent Poirier […]

Boston CelticsOpposing NBA exec admits trying to trade for Jayson Tatum, but Celtics' asking price 'was insane'

Rival NBA executives have been highly coveting Boston Celtics rising junior Jayson Tatum, apparently trying to trade for the small forward in spite of general manager Danny Ainge’s high asking price. Via Kevin Smith in SB Nation’s CelticsBlog: Opposing executive on Tatum: “We tried to get him. The price they asked was insane, as it […]

Boston CelticsReport: Celtics shut down opposing team's trade interest in Gordon Hayward 'quickly'

The Boston Celtics had zero interest in trading small forward Gordon Hayward this summer. An anonymous opposing executive told Keith Smith of Celtics Blog his team called Boston about trading for Hayward and the Celtics shut it down “quickly.” “After it was clear Kyrie (Irving) was leaving, I told our owner that we could maybe […]

Boston CelticsCeltics exec says Boston's issue last year was 'never as bad as some make it out to be'

The Boston Celtics were expected to be serious title contenders last year, boasting a roster full of stars and upcoming talent, as well as one of the best point guards in the game. However, locker room issues and chemistry problems marred the team throughout the season, and it soon translated to their play on the […]

Boston CelticsCeltics' coach says Gordon Hayward will be the player 'who unlocks everything' on Boston roster

The Boston Celtics Gordon Hayward had a turbulent season in 2018-19. After coming off one of the most gruesome injuries in NBA history that cost him an entire season, Hayward struggled to come back to the form that had landed him a monster contract from Boston. He recorded some of the lowest numbers since his […]

Boston CelticsCeltics exec admits losing Al Horford was 'huge,' but says 'he got an offer we weren’t comfortable with trying to match'

A Boston Celtics executive admits losing All-Star big man Al Horford to the Phiadelphia 76ers was “huge.” Horford signed a four-year, $109 million deal with the Sixers in free agency after declining his $30.1 million player option with the Celtics. This particular exec says the Celtics didn’t feel comfortable matching the offer Horford got from […]

Boston CelticsCeltics exec believes Gordon Hayward will be back in a 'big way' in 2019-20

An executive of the Boston Celtics believes small forward Gordon Hayward will be back in a “big way” in 2019-20. Hayward struggled in 2018-19, as he wasn’t able to regain his All-Star form after suffering that gruesome ankle injury in 2017-18 against the Cleveland Cavaliers on opening night. Hayward was often times a liability on […]

Boston CelticsCeltics' Jaylen Brown, Knicks' Julius Randle added to USA Basketball training camp roster

New York Knicks forward Julius Randle and Boston Celtics swingman Jaylen Brown have been added to Team USA’s training camp roster ahead of this summer’s FIBA World Cup, according to a report from Shams Charania of The Athletic. Boston’s Jaylen Brown and New York’s Julius Randle have been added onto USA Basketball’s training camp roster […]

Boston CelticsReport: Celtics wanted to offer Kyrie Irving an extension last summer, but knew he wouldn't take it because rules capped the salary

The Boston Celtics notably refrained from making an offer to star point guard Kyrie Irving last summer, plenty aware that he would decline it once it was extended. According to ESPN’s Zach Lowe, the Celtics wanted to make Irving a substantial offer to stay, but were capped at what they could offer by salary cap […]

Boston CelticsCeltics' Marcus Smart says representing the USA ‘means the world to me’

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart took it to Twitter to reveal his feelings on getting an invitation to Team USA’s minicamp for the FIBA World Cup in China. Smart claimed that suiting up for the U.S. in the FIBA tournament will be a life-changing experience for him. I love playin don’t matter where. But playing […]

Boston Celtics3 late free agency targets the Celtics should consider

Although the Boston Celtics’ roster will certainly look a lot different in the 2019-20 campaign, the Eastern Conference franchise remains on the rise with All-Star point guard Kemba Walker and veteran center Enes Kanter now on board. With this duo joining guard Marcus Smart, swingman Jaylen Brown and forwards Jayson Tatum and Gordon Hayward for […]

Boston CelticsCeltics news: Marcus Smart, Jaylen Brown 'would be thrilled to represent the United States this summer'

Marcus Smart and Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics expressed their excitement to be even under consideration to represent the United States this summer for the 2019 FIBA World Cup. Per Keith Smith of Yahoo Sports, a source close to both players said that Smart and Brown “would be thrilled to represent the United States […]

Boston CelticsReport: Celtics' Marcus Smart is 'psyched' about accepting Team USA's training camp invitation

Boston Celtics combo guard Marcus Smart is reportedly “psyched” about accepting Team USA’s training camp invitation on Monday, according to Adam Himmelsbach of the Boston Globe. Anthony Davis, James Harden, Bradley Beal, CJ McCollum, Eric Gordon, Tobias Harris and Zion Williamson have withdrawn from Team USA participation this summer. Team USA reached out to Smart […]

Boston CelticsCeltics' Marcus Smart added to Team USA training camp roster for FIBA World Cup

After various players dropped out from Team USA contention for the FIBA World Cup, Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart has been added to the training camp roster. Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart has been added onto USA Basketball’s training camp roster for FIBA World Cup, league sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) July […]

Philadelphia 76ersAl Horford says Celtics reportedly alleging Sixers of tampering is 'ridiculous'

Philadelphia 76ers All-Star big man Al Horford says the Boston Celtics reportedly alleging the Sixers of tampering is “ridiculous.” Horford signed a four-year, $109 million contract with the Sixers. However, Danny Ainge and the Celtics are allegedly privately upset with how Philly handled Horford’s free agency after the big man declined his $30.1 million option […]

Boston CelticsCeltics' Kemba Walker confirms he will not be dropping out from Team USA’s FIBA World Cup training camp

Boston Celtics point guard Kemba Walker will not be dropping out from Team USA’s FIBA World Cup training camp. Multiple players have already dropped out over the past few weeks, but Walker says he doesn’t care and is excited to represent Team USA. Kemba Walker confirms to @TheAthleticBOS he will not be dropping out from […]

Boston CelticsCeltics' Marcus Smart and Jaylen Brown, Warriors' D'Angelo Russell among potential Team USA replacements

Team USA was never bringing its best possible roster to the 2019 FIBA World Cup. Superstars like LeBron James, Steph Curry, Kevin Durant, and Kawhi Leonard all opted against playing for the national program this summer. Still, their collective absence hardly meant the Americans’ pool of available talent, with players the caliber of James Harden […]

Boston Celtics3 questions remaining for the Celtics after free agency

The Boston Celtics haven’t exactly had a banner offseason, losing both Al Horford and Kyrie Irving as well as depth pieces like Marcus Morris, Terry Rozier and Aron Baynes. Yes, the Celtics signed Kemba Walker to make up for the loss of Irving and added some bulk to their front-court by landing Enes Kanter, but […]

Boston CelticsReport: Celtics' Kemba Walker, Bucks' Khris Middleton, Rockets' PJ Tucker intend to stick with Team USA this summer

A string of recent defections from preparations for the upcoming FIBA World Cup began to put Team USA’s status as prohibitive favorites in doubt. According to The New York Times’ Marc Stein, though, at least two All-Stars, the Boston Celtics’ Kemba Walker and Milwaukee Bucks’ Khris Middleton, are committed to playing for the national team […]

Boston Celtics5 coaches who will enter the 2019-20 NBA season on the hot seat

There have been a handful of coaching changes during this NBA offseason, but just because a coach wasn’t fired recently doesn’t mean his job is safe for the next campaign. Here are five coaches whose seats could be feeling a bit warmer for 2019-2020. 5. Mike Budenholzer, Milwaukee Bucks In his first season with the […]

Boston CelticsCharles Barkley calls Kevin McHale the toughest player he had to guard

Former MVP and current NBA on TNT commentator Charles Barkley called fellow Hall of Fame power forward and Boston Celtics legend Kevin McHale the “best” player he had to play against. Via Marilyn Payne in USA Today Sports’ For The Win: Charles Barkley believes that Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player of all time, […]

Boston CelticsBoston staffer believes Tacko Fall is 'worth the investment'

On June 20, the day of the 2019 NBA draft, Tacko Fall did not hear his name called out as one of the 60 selections. All 30 NBA teams passed on the 7-foot-7 behemoth. The Boston Celtics was the only team that took a chance on Fall and tapped him to be part of their […]

Boston CelticsKemba Walker 'excited' to play with Gordon Hayward, thinks he'll be 'comfortable on his legs' in 2019-20

Boston Celtics point guard Kemba Walker is “excited” to play with small forward Gordon Hayward next season. Walker and Hayward almost teamed up on the Charlotte Hornets back in 2014. The Utah Jazz matched Charlotte’s $62.97 million offer sheet for Hayward. Walker believes Hayward is going to have a bounce back season in 2019-20. Hayward […]

Boston CelticsCeltics GM Danny Ainge says Robert Williams will become a contributor in 2019-20

Boston Celtics forward Robert Williams had an underwhelming rookie season. He put up measly averages of 2.5 points and 2.5 rebounds in 8.8 minutes, while appearing in 32 games for the team last season. However, with Al Horford leaving the team in free agency, Williams is expected to have an increased role, according to general […]

Boston CelticsCeltics point guard Kemba Walker is 'itching' to get back to the playoffs

Boston Celtics point guard Kemba Walker says he’s “itching” to get back to the playoffs. Walker only made the postseason twice in his eight years with the Charlotte Hornets. One of the main reasons the All-Star guard signed with the Celtics is he feels Boston gives him the best opportunity to go on a deep […]

Boston CelticsCeltics GM Danny Ainge says it's not Kemba Walker's responsibility to draw the best out of his teammates

It has been a long-standing belief that it’s the responsibility of an NBA superstar to bring the best out of his teammates, and that is what’s expected from All-Star guard Kemba Walker as he takes on the lead role for the Boston Celtics. However, Celtics general manager Danny Ainge doesn’t see things the way most […]

Boston CelticsKemba Walker felt like he 'had to be perfect every night in Charlotte'

Boston Celtics point guard Kemba Walker only made the playoffs twice during his eight-year run with the Charlotte Hornets. The All-Star guard never played with another All-Star with the Hornets. A washed up Dwight Howard doesn’t count. With the Celtics, Walker will be playing with two talented youngsters in Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, and […]

Boston CelticsCeltics All-Star Kemba Walker says he loves to score, but is 'very unselfish'

Boston Celtics All-Star point guard Kemba Walker says he loves to score the basketball since he does it at an elite level, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t enjoy passing the ball and getting his teammates involved. Walker says he’s a willing passer and looking forward to all the space he’s going to play with […]

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