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Boston Celtis star Gordon Hayward will play Saturday against the Chicago Bulls, per a team report. #NEBHInjuryReport Gordon Hayward (ankle) will play tonight vs. Chicago, per Brad Stevens. — Boston Celtics (@celtics) February 23, 2019 The 28-year-old Hayward was sidelined with a right ankle injury in Thursday’s 98-97 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. He likely could’ve […]

Everyone knows Boston Celtics guard Terry Rozier wants to be a starting point guard in the NBA. He’s said publicly many times he doesn’t believe he’s a backup point guard in the NBA. But with Kyrie Irving back in the fold this season, Rozier is back in the backup role and it’s been an adjustment […]

Al Horford is finally starting to look like the player who led the injury-depleted Boston Celtics to within a single victory of the NBA Finals last spring. Why? The veteran center is now healthier than he’s been at any other point this season and Kyrie Irving is encouraging him to be aggressive. “I think health […]

The Boston Celtics stood pat on their roster during the NBA trade deadline frenzy a couple of weeks ago. And it seems more than likely that team president Danny Ainge will keep his roster unchanged for the rest of the season. In fact, former player-turned-executive doesn’t believe that Boston needs to fill in any more […]

After deciding against getting its feet wet in the recently-concluded trade deadline frenzy, it appears that the Boston Celtics will continue to remain inactive in the buyout market. The statement came from team general manager Danny Ainge himself, who recently spoke with Steve Bulpett of the Boston Herald. The high-level executive did admit that the […]

Marcus Smart is the most interesting man in the world. Well, at least that’s how he’s viewed in Boston. The most entertaining man in the @NBA – @smart_MS3 pic.twitter.com/E1bHPygHE1 — Taylor Snow (@taylorcsnow) February 22, 2019 Known as one of the most proactive players in the NBA, as it is evident in the video above, […]

Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward experienced a minor setback after suffering an ankle injury in practice earlier this week. Fortunately, it does not appear to be too serious. Hayward was unable to take part in Boston’s loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday. However, according to Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports, he could be ready […]

The Milwaukee Bucks beat the Boston Celtics 98-97 on Thursday night at Fiserv Forum, after Kyrie Irving’s tough, off-balance runner over the outstretched arms of multiple defenders failed to drop as time expired. The victory gave Milwaukee the season series over Boston, ensuring the team with the league’s best record would have home-court advantage over […]

Boston Celtics small forward Marcus Morris believes his brother, Markieff Morris, is a huge addition for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Marcus says the Thunder didn’t have a player like Markieff and claims his brother is going to help OKC battle it out with the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference playoffs. Marcus Morris loves that […]

Boston Celtics forward Marcus Morris is still upset at how Thursday’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks ended. The Celtics lost to the Bucks by a final score of 98-97 after star point guard Kyrie Irving missed the potential game-winning shot at the buzzer. Morris was cutting to the basket on the final play and thought […]

Despite voicing his desire to return to Boston last summer, Kyrie Irving has since been noncommittal on his intentions for his impending free agency. Danny Ainge has no shortage of confidence that a “marriage” between the two will occur. However, the rest of the league is eagerly awaiting Uncle Drew’s decision on whether he’ll commit […]

The Boston Celtics played their first post-All-Star break game without Gordon Hayward, losing 98-97 to the Milwaukee Bucks. However, they might not need to go much further without him: #NEBHInjuryReport Coach Stevens says Gordon Hayward (ankle) looked good during practice today and will be re-evaluated tomorrow. — Boston Celtics (@celtics) February 22, 2019 Hayward is […]

It’s just a fact: chase-down blocks are the best blocks. Giannis Antetokounmpo must know this because this is exactly what he delivered to fans in attendance to see the Milwaukee Bucks take on the Boston Celtics. As Jayson Tatum gunned down the court, thinking he was home safe on his fast-break bucket, Giannis interrupted with […]

Kyrie Irving knew that it was a long three days for fans who were patiently awaiting the return of NBA basketball following the All-Star weekend. In the Thursday night matchup between the Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks, Uncle Drew rewarded fans for their patience by nailing an incredible turn-around fadeaway jump shot a little over […]

Boston Celtics small forward Gordon Hayward will not play against the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday due to a sprained right ankle. Hayward suffered the injury in practice while playing a game of one-on-one vs. power forward Semi Ojeleye. #NEBHInjuryReport Brad Stevens on Gordon Hayward (ankle): “He felt decent after he worked out today, but not […]

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart is often praised for doing things that don’t show up in the stat sheet. For some, that may be frustrating to hear if he’s having a bad game – but it’s hard to deny at times. According to Mirin Fader of Bleacher Report, his teammate Marcus Morris has the perfect […]

Boston Celtics shooting guard Marcus Smart is one of the toughest players in the NBA. The rugged defender is never afraid to mix it up with opposing players and is always the first to dive onto the floor for a loose ball. Smart has that old-school mentality, which is why he says he would fit […]

Duke standout Zion Williamson suffered what is believed to be a mild knee injury during the first quarter of Wednesday night’s matchup against the UNC Tarheels. Like most of the basketball-loving world, Celtics All-Star Kyrie Irving was watching when Zion went down. Irving was also a star at Duke, and he knows a thing or […]

Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward is being listed as “doubtful” for Thursday night’s road game against the Milwaukee Bucks due to a mild ankle sprain, according to a report from Sherrod Blakely of NBC Sports. The #Celtics Gordon Hayward (right ankle sprain) is doubtful tonight according to Brad Stevens. — A. Sherrod Blakely (@ASherrodblakely) February […]

Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving says the media and fans are blowing the video of him talking to Golden State Warriors superstar Kevin Durant at All-Star weekend way out of proportion, and he’s not happy about it. Before the 2019 All-Star game started in Charlotte, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant were captured on video while […]

Boston Celtics star point guard Kyrie Irving says the media has broken up NBA locker rooms before because of some of the stories written. Irving says contrary to popular belief, rumors surrounding players end up getting into the locker room and they become a huge distraction if the rumblings aren’t addressed the right way: “People […]

It appears the Milwaukee Bucks will be getting more help in the form of Nikola Mirotic on Thursday against the Boston Celtics: Nikola Mirotic, who stayed in Milwaukee during the break to work out, get a place to live and get treatment, says he’s planning on playing tomorrow. He’s been studying with the assistant coaches […]

Prior to the start of this season, most NBA experts and analysts viewed the Boston Celtics as a favorite to win the Eastern Conference. It was a deserving assumption, as their roster is loaded with talented young players, including All-Star point guard Kyrie Irving. However, the C’s haven’t quite lived up to the hype — […]

Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward is officially being listed as questionable for Thursday night’s matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. According to a report from Keith Smith of Yahoo Sports and RealGM, the 28-year-old twisted his non-surgically repaired ankle in a workout on Tuesday: Brad Stevens said this morning that Gordon Hayward twisted his right ankle […]

Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving spoke at length about the call he made to former Cleveland Cavaliers teammate LeBron James earlier this season, one in which he expressed his regret for how his exit from The Land was handled, along with things he has learned during his journey as the star player of his own […]

Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward is an avid gamer, so it’s no surprise he’s enjoying his All-Star break by playing video games. The 28-year-old forward appeared on a live stream Monday and was caught getting denied one more game by his wife, Robyn. Hayward, like the good husband he is, followed his wife’s orders and […]

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is easily one of the most exciting young players in the league. He has electrified NBA fans in his one and a half seasons of play, and its clear he is a special talent that will have a long and successful career. This is proven by the fact that the […]

The Boston Celtics are one of the five teams in the East that are seriously contending for the title, but Stephen A. Smith believes their chances lean on Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. The team is laden with veteran talent, from Kyrie Irving to Al Horford to Gordon Hayward. All three of these players are […]

It’s possible that star forward Anthony Davis could play for the Boston Celtics next season, but it doesn’t appear to be his favored destination at the moment. Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium reported on Monday that Davis ‘still’ doesn’t view the Celtics as a long-term situation in his mind right now. The 25-year-old […]

Boston Celtics wing Jaylen Brown has been named vice president of the NBA Players’ Association and will serve his term as a three-year member of the committee. Denver Nuggets guard Isaiah Thomas is happy for his former Celtics teammate, and he took to Twitter to congratulate him…while ripping Brown’s haircut in the process: That’s dope. […]

Boston Celtics star Kyrie Irving is one of the latest athletes to hop on the vegan trend, a diet based around plant-based foods while cutting out meat. Irving explained why he made the change when he joined Boston: “I was noticing that I wasn’t able to recover as fast after games and workouts,” said Irving, […]

The Boston Celtics currently own a record of 37-21 and have gone 27-11 over their last 38 games. They are in a position that most other teams in the league would find enviable, and yet, they have still been a bit of a disappointment this season. Expected by many to win in excess of 60 […]

The Boston Celtics have been a puzzling team to figure out coming into this 2018-19 season, a confusing revolving door of wins and losses with moods that differ depending of what wave they currently ride. It is just as unpredictable for scouts in the league, as one recently gave a head-scratching, yet accurate assessment of […]

Skip Bayless recently gave his opinion regarding Anthony Davis’ comments about the idea of playing for the Boston Celtics, and it’s safe to say the FOX Sports analyst and commentator thinks it’s a big one. "Anthony Davis seemed to be speaking with his heart when he said, 'I never said Boston wasn't in this equation.' … […]

New Orleans Pelicans superstar Anthony Davis made waves during All-Star Weekend when he revealed that the Boston Celtics are, in fact, on his list in spite of constant reports that said Davis was not interested in playing for the Celtics. Obviously, this is a game-changer for numerous reasons, assuming it is actually true. First of […]

Kevin Garnett won’t make much of Anthony Davis’ father speaking his mind and revealing his repugnance for the Boston Celtics in light of the Isaiah Thomas situation, but while he understands the reasoning, he would love for The Brow to reach out and talk to president Danny Ainge: “He had his opinion and he voiced […]

After posting 13 points, nine rebounds, and six assists in Sunday night’s All-Star game, Boston Celtics point guard Kyrie Irving spoke to members of the media about the status of his strained right knee. The former Duke standout missed six of Boston’s 11 games before the break, but it sounds like he’ll be ready to […]

Trades are very fun for the fan base, but they are not fun for the athletes themselves. They have to be uprooted and move mid season. For young players being involved in trade rumors can hinder the mental aspect of their game. Just ask Boston Celtics rising star Jayson Tatum. For players like Celtics’ second-year […]

Despite the ton of newsworthy activity that went down on All-Star Weekend, New Orleans Pelicans superstar Anthony Davis and his trade saga remained one of the hottest topics. Davis recently hinted that the Boston Celtics are actually part of his list of teams he would prefer to be traded to this summer. When asked what […]