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The Boston Celtics played a close one with the Atlanta Hawks but failed to take the win in overtime. Jayson Tatum led the team with 31 points, 13 rebounds, and six assists. However, it wasn’t enough. Although Boston is way ahead of the Eastern Conference playoff race, Paul Pierce seemingly didn’t like what he saw. […]

The Boston Celtics suffered two brutal defeats to the Atlanta Hawks on Monday and Thursday, but that doesn’t mean they didn’t learn anything. Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla was experimenting in those losses and trying out new things ahead of the 2024 NBA Playoffs. On Monday, the C’s blew a massive 30-point lead and ended […]

Jayson Tatum had the chance to give the Boston Celtics to buzzer-beating victory over the Atlanta Hawks, but his off-balance, heavily contested three-pointer landed well off the mark, sending the game to overtime. Boston needed just one stop to pull off a thrilling road victory in the extra session, siccing Jrue Holiday on Dejounte Murray—who […]

The Atlanta Hawks could be headed towards a difficult offseason defined by significant roster turnover, but they are firmly focused on the present after extending their winning streak in a stunning 123-122 overtime victory versus the Boston Celtics. Dejounte Murray, one of multiple players who could be in a new home in the next few […]

The Boston Celtics have been the team to beat throughout the regular season. But like any team, they’re not perfect. In fact, they Celtics have looked especially vulnerable in recent days. The Atlanta Hawks erased a 30-point deficit to defeat the C’s 120-118 on Monday and then handed Boston another close loss on Thursday, this […]

Hawks star Dejounte Murray stepped up when it mattered the most, hitting a game-winning shot that gave the Hawks their second straight close victory over the Boston Celtics. Murray rose up to hit a midrange jumper over Jrue Holiday that swished through the net with 0.1 seconds left in overtime. Dejounte Murray worked to get […]

Derrick White and the Boston Celtics have enjoyed an incredibly strong first 4/5 of the 2023-24 NBA season, currently holders of the best record in the NBA by a country mile and closing in on securing home court advantage for the entirety of the NBA playoffs, as they’ve already done so for the Eastern Conference […]

On July 31, 2007 the Minnesota Timberwolves sent superstar Kevin Garnett to the Boston Celtics in a trade that shook up the NBA. But, according to former NBA great Mitch Richmond, KG almost ended up with the Golden State Warriors. Appearing on the latest edition of the ‘All The Smoke’ podcast with Matt Barnes and […]

The Boston Celtics hope to avenge their Monday loss when the Atlanta Hawks made one of the biggest comebacks in decades to win 120-118. The Hawks trailed by 30 points before mounting their comeback, making it the largest in franchise history. Many questions are being asked about the Celtics, who have already clinched the No. […]

Gambling has always been a part of sports, but the two worlds seem to be colliding more than usual. Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has noticed it, too. On Wednesday afternoon, the five-time All-Star revealed that he’s witnessed plenty of fans at games (and online) become more involved in sports gambling, per Jared Weiss of […]

With under five minutes left in the second quarter on Monday evening, Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics led the Atlanta Hawks by a score of 68-38, looking to be well on their way to a tenth straight win. Tatum had put together an impressive performance up to that point, scoring at ease but never […]

Being the best team in the league heading into the postseason can surely make members of the squad complacent. The Boston Celtics had a matchup that they had to win over the Atlanta Hawks. Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Kristaps Porzingis were all relatively doing well in the first half of the game. Then, De’Andre […]

On Monday night, it looked like the Boston Celtics, despite being shorthanded yet again (they were without Derrick White and Jrue Holiday), were going to cruise to an easy victory over the injury-riddled Atlanta Hawks. Jayson Tatum and company were rolling in the first half, even taking a 30-point lead at one point before succumbing […]

The Boston Celtics had won 20 of 22 and brought a nine-game winning streak into their matchup against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night. That streak certainly seemed safe when Boston’s Al Horford hit a 3-pointer late in the second quarter to give the Celtics and 68-38 lead. But the Hawks, clinging to the final […]

Dejounte Murray and the Atlanta Hawks made history on Monday night after their incredible comeback win over the Boston Celtics that’s rarely seen in the league. Now, comebacks are normal in the NBA. That’s why there’s a saying that no lead is safe in the league. However, doing so isn’t easy, let alone erasing a […]

The Boston Celtics are on a historic tear, and star Jayson Tatum wants NBA MVP voters to recognize that. Or, at the very least, he wishes the criteria for the award was more clear. At 57-14 overall, the Celtics have clinched the No. 1 spot in the Eastern Conference and already tied their win total […]

The Boston Celtics have made it clear that they are the best team in the NBA, and they are on the verge of clinching the best record in the league ahead of the playoffs after winning nine straight games. Once again, the Celtics will be looking to extend their active win streak to double-digits, although […]

On Saturday evening, Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics rolled into Chicago and demolished the Bulls despite playing without starters Jaylen Brown and Jrue Holiday, extending their Herculean lead over the rest of the Eastern Conference playoff picture in the process. While it wasn’t his most efficient game, Tatum did more than enough to help […]

The Boston Celtics will continue their road trip as they face the Atlanta Hawks at the State Farm Arena. We’re here to share our NBA odds series, make a Celtics-Hawks prediction, and pick while showing you how to watch. The Celtics defeated the Chicago Bulls 124-113 on Saturday at the United Center. They led 66-60 […]

The Boston Celtics need to start thinking about the Play-In Tournament, but not because they’ll be in it. Rather, Boston’s first-round opponent in the playoffs will come from the relatively new seeding structure. Since the C’s are in first place in the Eastern Conference and can’t fall to anything worse than the No. 2 seed, […]

The New York Knicks have played exceptional basketball for most of 2024. They have been selfless and team-oriented, all they have played some of the best defense in the NBA since acquiring OG Anunoby from the Toronto Raptors in late December. Still, the playoffs are an entirely different beast. Most teams have preferences regarding who […]

The Boston Celtics have enjoyed the luxury of first place. They’ve already clinched a spot in the playoffs and have been able to rest multiple starters in their last few games. However, Celtics guard Jrue Holiday has needed a break more than others, as he actually sustained an injury last Sunday. During Boston’s 130-104 blowout […]

We’re back with yet another NBA betting prediction and pick for this next matchup in the Eastern Conference. The Boston Celtics will take on the Chicago Bulls as Chicago clamors for a win and the Celtics look to extend their winning streak. Check out our NBA odds series for our Celtics-Bulls prediction and pick. The Boston Celtics are currently […]

The Boston Celtics are charging strong into the playoffs, having won their past seven games. At this point, with 13 games to go in the regular season, all the Celtics are focusing on is getting to the playoffs at full strength. Thus, with a game against the Detroit Pistons, the second-worst team in the Eastern […]

The Boston Celtics have been on an amazing run since the start of their 2023-24 campaign. It has not been an overwhelming dominance by only a couple of guys, but it is the collective unit that has propelled them to the top spot in the NBA as the playoffs near. With the No. 1 seed […]

Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics are currently in the process of trying to win the franchise its first NBA Finals championship since 2008, which would move the team back in front of the Los Angeles Lakers for the most championships in NBA history with 18. The Lakers tied the Celtics in that department with […]

It’s a tale of two teams heading in opposite directions, as the Boston Celtics have dreams of lifting the Larry O’Brien Trophy in June while the Detroit Pistons are busy trying to decide who they will take with a top-five pick at the draft. The Celtics have won both games at home against the Pistons […]

The Boston Celtics picked up a 122-119 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday, and Jayson Tatum picked up a technical during the game, which prompted him to have a conversation with Scott Foster. Tatum explained the situation after the game when speaking to the media. “I just feel like, with the way the game […]

Over the past month or so, analysts have noticed a downward trend in leaguewide scoring. This downward trend has come as a result of a directive from the league to “evaluate the state of offensive vs. defensive balance with a focus on legal guarding position and level of contact on pathway plays to the basket”. […]

The Boston Celtics have held the best record in the NBA for most of the 2023-24 season, and after rattling off six consecutive double-digit wins, they were looking for a challenge on Wednesday night. They got one versus the Milwaukee Bucks, but it didn’t go exactly as planned. Instead of the Bucks being at full […]

The Boston Celtics have been far and away the best team in the NBA this season, and they are the favorites to win the NBA championship. However, there are some concerns regarding the Celtics’ ability to win close games, and how that will impact them in the playoffs. Austin Rivers voiced those concerns in a […]

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla is all about his players. He’ll coach hard in garbage time for the sake of his bench guys and take the floor himself to defend opponents after the whistle. Unfortunately, not everyone in the NBA seems to be a fan of his approach. On Wednesday, Mazzulla revealed that he’s […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo is dealing with a hamstring injury and will miss the Milwaukee Bucks-Boston Celtics clash on Wednesday night as a result, per Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. It is a pivotal game for Milwaukee, and they will obviously miss their best player. The Bucks will try to step up amid Giannis’ absence […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are on the road to take on the Boston Celtics Wednesday night. Below we will continue our NBA odds series as we hand out a Bucks-Celtics prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. The Bucks are second in the Eastern Conference, and they have won […]

The Boston Celtics have already clinched a playoff spot and are preparing for the 2024 postseason, but it’s never too early to start thinking about the 2024 NBA Draft. And with March Madness nearly here, now is the perfect time for the C’s to pay extra close attention to the upcoming draft class. At the […]

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has high expectations, and it’s no secret. From NBA pundits saying he needs a ring to be a true MVP to Celtics fans hoping he’ll be the next face of the league, a lot is asked of him. Future Hall of Famer and rival Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James […]

Jayson Tatum has grown into one of Jordan Brand’s biggest ambassadors with the debut of his second signature sneaker, the Jordan Tatum 2. He always makes sure to keep the entire Boston Celtics organization strapped in a pair of his shoes, along with constantly showing love to those under the Jordan family. Check out our […]

The Boston Celtics continue to cruise as the best team in the NBA; despite being without Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday, and Al Horford during their Monday night contest against the Detroit Pistons, the Celtics handily took care of business, claiming a 109-94 victory to boost their league-leading record to 54-14. At this point, all the […]

The three-point shot revolutionized the NBA, and it’s been the Boston Celtics’ favorite weapon throughout the 2023-24 season. In fact, the C’s became the first team in league history to make 20 or more 3-pointers in four consecutive games following their 119-94 win over the Detroit Pistons on Monday night, per Forbes NBA reporter Shane […]