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The Boston Celtics and All-Defensive guard Derrick White have agreed to a massive four-year, $125.9 million contract extension, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. On the eve of his 30th birthday, the Celtics have rewarded White for his contributions since joining the franchise during the 2021-22 season. In Boston, White has turned himself into one of […]

The Boston Celtics won the 2023-24 NBA championship in five games over the Dallas Mavericks, and the team appears fairly set heading into the upcoming season. Boston has an established core signed to long-term deals, as well as a number of role players that fit perfectly around their star duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen […]

The first reported deal of NBA free agency wasn’t for Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George or four-time champion Klay Thompson, but rather for Boston Celtics center Luke Kornet. The 28-year-old big man has reportedly agreed to a one-year deal to return to Beantown, per ESPN NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski. Kornet bounced around the league […]

The 2007-08 NBA season is one of the most famous campaigns in the rich history of the Boston Celtics. It saw the Green Team hoist the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy just one year after finishing last in the Eastern Conference. That huge leap in the standings was courtesy of Boston’s new “Big 3,” comprised of […]

It’s no secret that a youth movement is slowly taking over the NBA. However, the Boston Celtics opted for older, more experienced picks in the 2024 NBA Draft. In the first round, the Green Team selected sharp-shooter Baylor Scheierman out of Creighton with the 30th overall pick. He turns 24 in September and is already […]

The Boston Celtics announced earlier this week that Kristaps Porzingis would need surgery for a torn retinaculum and dislocated posterior tibialis tendon suffered in Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Celtics president Brad Stevens later revealed Porzingis would likely miss the start of the 2024-25 season due to this ankle injury. Sure enough, the latest […]

The Boston Celtics utilized the 3-pointer more than any other team last season, so it’s no surprise that they selected another shooter in the 2024 NBA Draft. With the 30th overall pick, the Celtics drafted 23-year-old Baylor Scheierman out of Creighton University. The 6-foot-7 shooter played five years of college ball, giving him more experience […]

The run in being the greatest franchise in the league does not stop with Banner 18. Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum still have a lot to give to the Boston Celtics after winning the NBA Finals. Celebrations may still be ongoing while fans of other squads are staying mad but the NBA Draft is where […]

The 2024 NBA Draft first round is now in the books and 30 players heard their names called and now know what NBA city they are heading to. Over the course of three-plus hours on Wednesday, there were winners, there were losers, and there were players who went higher than expected. The most intriguing type […]

Prior to the 2023-24 season, Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum had checked off most of the boxes necessary to earn superstar status. However, he still wasn’t an NBA champion, and that might’ve been held against him in the 2024 MVP race. The five-time All-Star led the C’s in scoring while averaging 26.9 points per game […]

The 2024-25 NBA season is still months away, but the Boston Celtics may have to begin their quest for back-to-back championships without center Kristaps Porzingis. The Latvian big man sustained a number of injuries during the Green Team’s run to the title, as he missed the entirety of the Eastern Conference Semifinals and Conference Finals […]

Kyrie Irving is a polarizing player. Despite being one of the most talented players in NBA history in some aspects, Irving developed a poor reputation between his departures from the Cleveland Cavaliers, Boston Celtics, and Brooklyn Nets. But one of his former Celtics teammates, Marcus Smart, explained that Irving is a “great teammate” while admitting […]

The Boston Celtics experienced a lot of turnover on their way to banner No. 18. Franchise cornerstones were traded, coaching changes were made, and rosters were overhauled all in the name of another championship. Despite the many shifts, Celtics President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens was there for nearly all of it. He became the […]

The Boston Celtics won their 18th NBA championship slightly more than a week ago after dominating the NBA during the regular season and putting on one of the best performances in league postseason history. Celtics president Brad Stevens on the Pacers (via @PatMcAfeeShow): "The Pacers were really good. We could've come back to Boston down […]

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla reiterated throughout the 2023-24 season that it’s hard to tell how a game will pan out, and that his players should always manage expectations. “You can’t have any expectations as to how you think this game is going to go,” Mazzulla told his guys prior to a comeback victory […]

Last week, Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics finally broke through to raise their first Larry O’Brien trophy in the last 16 seasons with a resounding victory in Game 5 over Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks, winning the Finals in front of the TD Garden fans on the 16 year anniversary of doing the […]

Last week, Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics finally broke through to hoist their first Larry O’Brien trophy in the last 16 seasons with a huge win in Game 5 over Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks, winning the Finals at home in front of the TD Garden crowd on the 16 year anniversary of […]

After winning the NBA Championship, the Boston Celtics were on hand at Fenway Park to watch the Boston Celtics take on the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday, and they got their money’s worth. The Red Sox rallied from a 6-2 deficit to walk it off in the ninth on a Jarren Duran single that scored […]

The Boston Celtics sit at the bottom of the first round in the 2024 NBA Draft. However, they stand atop the basketball world after winning their 18th title in franchise history last Monday, beating the Dallas Mavericks in five games in the NBA Finals. With the parade over and the rest of the championship festivities […]

It will be a long summer of partying for the Boston Celtics after they won the NBA Finals. Some have already let their championship high subside. Others like Jayson Tatum and Sam Hauser have been seen celebrating all week. Jaylen Brown is also one of the individuals who are part of the latter group after […]

The duck boats are parked and the parade cleanup is over, so it’s officially time for the Boston Celtics’ offseason to begin. And forward Oshae Brissett kicked things off by reportedly declining his player option on Sunday afternoon, per Keith Smith of Spotrac. Brissett signed with the C’s last July and was a part of […]

The Boston Celtics completed their championship season when they defeated the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals. Their five-game triumph set off a huge celebration for the team that has won 18 NBA titles, the most in league history. While superstars Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum are regularly the most publicized players on the team, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are likely to announce the hiring of JJ Redick as their new head coach any day now, and Redick is reportedly hard at work building an assistant coaching staff. Among the names discussed for a Lakers assistant role has been longtime former NBA Sam Cassell, who just won an NBA Championship […]

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown is honoring another player as his team celebrates their NBA championship. Brown offered tribute to the late Kentucky basketball player Terrence Clarke, during the Celtics parade. Clarke died in a car accident in 2021. Jaylen Brown holding up a Terrence Clarke jersey at the Celtics parade today Powerful. RIP. pic.twitter.com/VCYQeejPex […]

Boston Celtics fans jammed the city’s streets to celebrate the team’s 18th NBA title during their championship parade on Friday. And while this was undoubtedly a chance to honor the Celtics for their incredible achievement, it was also a moment in time for fans of the team to answer questions about the team. And there […]

The Boston Celtics are relishing in their 2024 NBA Championship after their 4-1 series win over the Dallas Mavericks, but it’s never too soon to think about next year. Celtics star Jaylen Brown opened up about the team’s chances for next season, per Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe: “I think we have an opportunity. […]

For a majority of the NBA, the offseason entails landing a new star player or upgrading through the draft. For the Boston Celtics, who are fresh off winning their 18th championship after prevailing over the Dallas Mavericks in five games in the 2024 NBA Finals, this summer is more about maintenance than splashy moves. Since […]

Former star and current front office member for the Miami Heat in Udonis Haslem has been making the rounds at ESPN on various shows giving his thoughts on multiple topics within the world of basketball. While on an episode of “First Take” Friday, he was asked which team is the biggest threat in the Eastern […]

The Boston Celtics are an intimidating team for a multitude of reasons. On the court, they have been one of the most consistent elite teams in the league for the last decade or so. Off the court, though, Boston fans are one of the most passionate fans in the sport. They can get a bit […]

Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce is known for being a menace, and he’s now in full villain mode after the team’s new championship victory. Pierce usually resorts to making crazy takes on his podcast or on TV, but this time, he made a bold proclamation at the Celtics’ championship parade. Pierce made fun of the […]

After 101 total games played, the Boston Celtics were named 2024 NBA Champions. They defeated the Dallas Mavericks in five games in the NBA Finals, making quick work of Luka Doncic and Co. en route to banner No. 18. Now that the postseason is over, we can look back at both teams incredible playoff runs […]

Championship parades are glorious events that bond players to the community and fan base they represent all yearlong, but it is more something to cherish after the fact than in the moment. That is because many will struggle to instantly recall what exactly happened during the celebration. Boston Celtics role player Sam Hauser will likely […]

The underlying narrative surrounding the 2023-24 NBA campaign was can the Boston Celtics get the job done? The subplots of this enduring storyline, which justifiably developed after they were ousted by the Miami Heat twice in three postseasons, centered around Jayson Tatum’s ability to come through in the clutch and Jaylen Brown’s morale. The former […]

They are Derrick White’s version of bumps and bruises. Demolished teeth. With his first NBA championship now in the bag. the Boston Celtics first since 2008, the former San Antonio Spurs guard has been able to turn his attention to his chipped tooth by getting a temporary one installed as the city and franchise continue […]

The Boston Celtics’ championship parade rolled through Beantown on Friday, not long after Celtics star forward Jayson Tatum shared his true thoughts on the Miami Heat that are sure to rankle a few feathers on South Beach. Tatum’s comments came during a time when Boston big man Al Horford shared his thoughts on sharing the […]

As the Boston Celtics celebrate winning the NBA Finals against the Dallas Mavericks and hoisting up their 18th championship in franchise history, one person that people are most happy to see finally win a title is the long-time veteran in Al Horford. He previously had the active record for participating in the most playoff games […]

The duckboats may not yet be fired up but the celebrations have started for the Boston Celtics. Their 106 to 88 victory at home against the Dallas Mavericks ensured that an 18th banner will be raised in TD Garden. While there have been a lot of contributors to this massive NBA Finals triumph like Jrue […]

The Boston Celtics are world champions once more, and their 2024 title will have a lasting impact on the legacies of all those involved. After beating the Dallas Mavericks the 2024 NBA Finals over five games, stars Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Kristaps Porzingis all earned their first ring. Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla, at […]

The Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy has been all around the world, but it’s finally back in Beantown after the Boston Celtics captured their first title in over 16 years. One of Larry’s first stops was in the historic North End neighborhood in Boston. Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla was spotted carrying around the trophy in […]