Celtics square off against the 76ers on Christmas day
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Celtics square off against the 76ers on Christmas day

Associated Press  

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics Boston; Wednesday, 5 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Celtics -10; over/under is 221.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Boston Celtics face the Philadelphia 76ers. The Celtics are shooting 45.6% from the field this season, 2.2 percentage points lower than the 47.8% the 76ers allow to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Celtics: 6-4, averaging 115.1 points, 48.7 rebounds, 24.6 assists, 8.2 steals and 6.1 blocks per game while shooting 44.2% from the field. 76ers: 7-3, averaging 107.9 points, 42.5 rebounds, 22.0 assists, 9.7 steals and 3.6 blocks per game while shooting 46.5% from the field.

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Jayson Tatum scores 23, Celtics rout Toronto 125-71 as Raptors’ losing streak hits 11 games
21 hours, 8 minutes ago

Jayson Tatum scores 23, Celtics rout Toronto 125-71 as Raptors’ losing streak hits 11 games

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Jayson Tatum scored 18 of his 23 points in Boston’s dominant third quarter, and the Celtics routed Toronto 125-71 on Tuesday, extending the Raptors’ losing streak to 11 games. Takeaways Raptors: Toronto never recovered after committing 12 turnovers in the first half while shooting just 29.5% in the first two periods. It only got worse in the third …

Cavaliers take on the Lakers, aim for 8th straight victory
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1 day, 12 hours ago

Cavaliers take on the Lakers, aim for 8th straight victory

Associated Press  

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Tuesday, 9 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cavaliers -3; over/under is 227.5 BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland is looking to build upon its seven-game win streak with a victory against Los Angeles. The Lakers average 11.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.7 fewer makes per game than the Cavaliers allow. TOP PERFORMERS: Anthony …

Utah plays Philadelphia on 5-game home slide
5 days, 12 hours ago

Utah plays Philadelphia on 5-game home slide

Associated Press  

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Utah Jazz Salt Lake City; Saturday, 9:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Utah aims to stop its five-game home slide with a victory against Philadelphia. The Jazz’s 14.0 made 3-pointers per game this season are just 0.6 more made shots on average than the 13.4 per game the 76ers allow. The 76ers average 12.0 made 3-pointers per game …

Indiana puts road win streak on the line against Boston
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Indiana puts road win streak on the line against Boston

Associated Press  

Indiana Pacers vs. Boston Celtics Boston; Friday, 7:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Celtics -11; over/under is 233.5 BOTTOM LINE: Indiana will try to keep its five-game road win streak alive when the Pacers take on Boston. The Pacers average 114.7 points per game, 4.9 more than the 109.8 the Celtics allow to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Celtics: 6-4, averaging …

Embiid shakes off pregame fall, leads Sixers to 118-114 win over Celtics
6 days, 18 hours ago

Embiid shakes off pregame fall, leads Sixers to 118-114 win over Celtics

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Joel Embiid popped up from a pregame fall and scored 27 points with nine rebounds, making 4 of 5 from 3-point range and sinking a pair of free throws with 3 seconds left to turn back Boston’s final rally and lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 118-114 victory on Wednesday. He scored 13 in the fourth quarter, including …

Phoenix faces Denver following Durant’s 43-point performance
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1 week, 2 days ago

Phoenix faces Denver following Durant’s 43-point performance

Associated Press  

Phoenix Suns vs. Denver Nuggets Denver; Monday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Nuggets -5.5; over/under is 232.5 BOTTOM LINE: Phoenix faces the Denver Nuggets after Kevin Durant scored 43 points in the Suns’ 133-125 loss to the Detroit Pistons. The Nuggets average 11.6 made 3-pointers per game this season, 2.3 fewer makes per game than the Suns allow. LAST …

NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves
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1 week, 3 days ago

NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Holding visiting Miami to just eight fourth-quarter points, the Orlando Magic set a franchise record in rallying from 22 points down at the start of the final period to beat the Heat, 121-114, on Saturday. Bam Adebayo scored 23 points and grabbed six rebounds, Terry Rozier notched another 23 points off the bench and Tyler Herro recorded 22 points, six …

Tatum scores a season-high 43 to go with 16 rebounds, 10 assist in Celtics 123-98 win over Bulls
1 week, 3 days ago

Tatum scores a season-high 43 to go with 16 rebounds, 10 assist in Celtics 123-98 win over Bulls

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jayson Tatum scored a season-high 43 points, grabbed 16 rebounds and dished out 10 assists for his third career triple-double and the Boston Celtics beat the Chicago Bulls 123-98 on Saturday night. Kristaps Porzingis scored 22 points and Jaylen Brown added 19 to help the Celtics rebound from a 117-108 loss to the Bulls in Boston on Thursday …

Cleveland plays Philadelphia, seeks 6th straight home win
1 week, 4 days ago

Cleveland plays Philadelphia, seeks 6th straight home win

Associated Press  

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Cleveland; Saturday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cavaliers -12; over/under is 218.5 BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland hosts Philadelphia aiming to prolong its five-game home winning streak. Cleveland ranks fifth in the Eastern Conference with 34.1 defensive rebounds per game led by Jarrett Allen averaging 8.0. The 76ers average 11.7 made 3-pointers per game this season, …

Bulls face the Celtics on 3-game win streak
1 week, 5 days ago

Bulls face the Celtics on 3-game win streak

Associated Press  

Boston Celtics vs. Chicago Bulls Chicago; Saturday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Chicago will look to keep its three-game win streak going when the Bulls take on Boston. The Celtics’ 45.6% shooting percentage from the field this season is 2.2 percentage points lower than the Bulls have given up to their opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Bulls: 6-4, averaging 121.3 points, …

Maxey leads Philadelphia against Charlotte after 40-point game
1 week, 5 days ago

Maxey leads Philadelphia against Charlotte after 40-point game

Associated Press  

Charlotte Hornets vs. Philadelphia 76ers Philadelphia; Friday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: 76ers -9.5; over/under is 221.5 BOTTOM LINE: Philadelphia takes on the Charlotte Hornets after Tyrese Maxey scored 40 points in the Philadelphia 76ers’ 121-108 win against the Charlotte Hornets. The 76ers average 11.7 made 3-pointers per game this season, 2.2 fewer makes per game than the Hornets …

Jayson Tatum has 28 points and 12 rebounds in the Celtics’ 112-98 victory over the Wizards
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Jayson Tatum has 28 points and 12 rebounds in the Celtics’ 112-98 victory over the Wizards

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Jayson Tatum had 28 points and 12 rebounds and the Boston Celtics cruised to a 112-98 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night. Takeaways Celtics: Kristaps Porzingis scored 11 points in 11 minutes before he was forced out with right heel pain. Wizards: Justin Champagnie had 13 points and 14 rebounds, and Bub Carrington added 11 points …

Pritchard scores 27 and hits 7 3-pointers to help Celtics earn 20th win, power past Pistons 123-99
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Pritchard scores 27 and hits 7 3-pointers to help Celtics earn 20th win, power past Pistons 123-99

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Payton Pritchard scored 27 points, and the Boston Celtics used a big second half to post their 20th victory and roll past the Detroit Pistons 123-99 on Thursday night. Derrick White added 23 points and also had seven 3s help the Celtics win for the fourth time in five games. Takeaways Pistons: Coach J.B. Bickerstaff hoped his team …

Boston takes on conference rival Detroit
3 weeks ago

Boston takes on conference rival Detroit

Associated Press  

Detroit Pistons vs. Boston Celtics Boston; Thursday, 7:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Celtics -13.5; over/under is 228.5 BOTTOM LINE: Detroit plays Boston in Eastern Conference action Thursday. The 120.1 points per game the Celtics score are 7.1 more points than the Pistons allow. LAST 10 GAMES: Celtics: 8-2, averaging 118.0 points, 45.8 rebounds, 26.1 assists, 7.4 steals and 6.6 …

Jayson Tatum pours in 34 as Celtics beat Bucks
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Jayson Tatum pours in 34 as Celtics beat Bucks

Hindustan Times  

Jayson Tatum scored a game-high 34 points and grabbed 10 rebounds as the Boston Celtics extended their home winning streak to seven games by beating the Milwaukee Bucks 111-105 on Friday. HT Image Boston used a 10-2 run to take a 105-101 lead with 1:29 left, and Jrue Holiday hit a jump shot that put the Celtics up 107-102 with …

Celtics answer Bucks’ call to compete, win despite cold shooting
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Celtics answer Bucks’ call to compete, win despite cold shooting

New York Times  

BOSTON — Al Horford’s final shot didn’t matter. And it’s gonna be really competitive.” The Celtics shot 32.1 percent on 3-point attempts in their fifth-worst outside shooting performance of the season. During a Nov. 10 Celtics win at Milwaukee, Antetokounmpo earned an offensive foul call with an elbow to Brown’s face, then, like an uncle playing a game with his …

Celtics withstand 3-point spree to beat the Pistons 130-120
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Celtics withstand 3-point spree to beat the Pistons 130-120

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Jaylen Brown had 28 points with nine assists and Kristaps Porzingis added 26 points and nine rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics to their ninth victory in 10 games, a 130-120 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. The Celtics held a a double-digit lead until the fourth quarter, when Detroit hit four straight 3-pointers to come …

Brown scores 29, Pritchard adds 25 bench points to lead Celtics past Heat 108-89
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Brown scores 29, Pritchard adds 25 bench points to lead Celtics past Heat 108-89

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Jaylen Brown scored 29 points, Jayson Tatum had 18 points and 11 rebounds and Payton Pritchard scored 25 off the bench on Monday night as the Boston Celtics beat the Miami Heat 108-89. Miami scored the first seven points and then went cold while the Celtics ran off 17 of the next 19 points to take the lead. …

Philadelphia plays Detroit, looks to break road skid
1 month ago

Philadelphia plays Detroit, looks to break road skid

Associated Press  

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Detroit Pistons Detroit; Saturday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Pistons -1.5; over/under is 218 BOTTOM LINE: Philadelphia hits the road against Detroit looking to break its six-game road skid. Jared McCain is scoring 16.5 points per game and averaging 2.4 rebounds for the 76ers. LAST 10 GAMES: Pistons: 5-5, averaging 114.2 points, 47.0 rebounds, 27.1 assists, …

Cleveland and Boston match up in battle of top offenses
1 month ago

Cleveland and Boston match up in battle of top offenses

Associated Press  

Boston Celtics vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Cleveland; Sunday, 6 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics square off in a meeting between the NBA’s top two offenses. Boston ranks seventh in the Eastern Conference with 10.1 offensive rebounds per game led by Luke Kornet averaging 2.0. LAST 10 GAMES: Cavaliers: 7-3, averaging 120.2 points, 43.6 rebounds, 27.2 …

Boston plays Chicago on 6-game win streak
1 month ago

Boston plays Chicago on 6-game win streak

Associated Press  

Boston Celtics vs. Chicago Bulls Chicago; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Celtics -8.5; over/under is 238.5 BOTTOM LINE: Boston will attempt to keep its six-game win streak alive when the Celtics take on Chicago. Chicago is second in the Eastern Conference with 35.1 defensive rebounds per game led by Nikola Vucevic averaging 7.9. The Celtics average 18.9 made …

Cavs get 17th win as Celtics edge T-Wolves and Heat burn in OT
1 month ago

Cavs get 17th win as Celtics edge T-Wolves and Heat burn in OT

China Daily  

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell celebrates after hitting a three point basket during the second half against the Toronto Raptors during a NBA game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, Ohio, USA on November 24, 2024. WASHINGTON - Donovan Mitchell and reserve Ty Jerome each scored 26 points to spark the NBA-best Cleveland Cavaliers over Toronto 122-108 on Sunday while Boston …

Kristaps Porzingis scores 16 in season debut, Celtics hit 22 3-pointers in 126-94 win over Clippers
1 month ago

Kristaps Porzingis scores 16 in season debut, Celtics hit 22 3-pointers in 126-94 win over Clippers

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Jayson Tatum scored 20 points and the Boston Celtics made 22 3-pointers in a 126-94 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night. Payton Pritchard added with 20 points for Boston, which extended its season-high win streak to six games. Kristaps Porzingis finished with 16 points on 6 of 12 shooting, to go along with six rebounds …

NBA roundup: Heat turns back Mavericks in OT, Celtics beats Timberwolves
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: Heat turns back Mavericks in OT, Celtics beats Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Jimmy Butler scored a game-high 33 points and added nine rebounds and six assists as the host Miami Heat defeated the Dallas Mavericks 123-118 in overtime on Sunday night. Celtics 107, Timberwolves 105 Jaylen Brown scored 29 points and Jayson Tatum finished with 26 points and eight rebounds to help Boston extend its winning streak to five games by beating …

Celtics play the Clippers on 5-game win streak
1 month, 1 week ago

Celtics play the Clippers on 5-game win streak

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Boston Celtics Boston; Monday, 7:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Celtics -9.5; over/under is 216.5 BOTTOM LINE: Boston will try to extend its five-game win streak with a victory against Los Angeles. TOP PERFORMERS: Jaylen Brown is scoring 25.6 points per game and averaging 6.7 rebounds for the Celtics. LAST 10 GAMES: Celtics: 8-2, averaging 117.2 …

Tatum stars as Celtics end Cavs' perfect start
1 month, 1 week ago

Tatum stars as Celtics end Cavs' perfect start

China Daily  

The Celtics' Jayson Tatum goes for the basket during Tuesday's NBA game against Cleveland in Boston. GETTY IMAGES/AFP BOSTON — The defending NBA champion held off the league's hottest team on Tuesday night, with Jayson Tatum scoring 33 points and adding 12 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics to a 120-117 victory over Cleveland, handing the Cavaliers their first loss …

NBA Cup 2024 roundup: Celtics end Cavs’ streak at 15 games
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA Cup 2024 roundup: Celtics end Cavs’ streak at 15 games

The Hindu  

Jayson Tatum had 33 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists on Tuesday to help the Boston Celtics defeat the visiting Cavaliers 120-117, ending Cleveland’s season-opening, 15-game winning streak. Al Horford added 20 points and seven rebounds while Derrick White supplied 19 points for the Celtics, who made 22 of 41 3-point shots while winning an NBA Cup game. Lakers 124, …

Celtics hand Cavaliers first loss of season, winning 120-117 to end Cleveland’s 15-game win streak
1 month, 1 week ago

Celtics hand Cavaliers first loss of season, winning 120-117 to end Cleveland’s 15-game win streak

Associated Press  

BOSTON — The defending NBA champions held off the league’s hottest team on Tuesday night, with Jayson Tatum scoring 33 points and adding 12 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics to a 120-117 victory over Cleveland and hand the Cavaliers their first loss after 15 straight wins to open the season. Cleveland cut a 21-point deficit to two in the …

Analysis: Some NBA teams know it’s time to shake out of early-season slides — or else
1 month, 1 week ago

Analysis: Some NBA teams know it’s time to shake out of early-season slides — or else

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Postgame interviews in the NBA typically start about 10 minutes after the final buzzer. Injuries are a huge part of that; Khris Middleton hasn’t played yet for Milwaukee, Joel Embiid played Monday night for only the third time this season for the 76ers, and the Heat got Jimmy Butler back after more than a week Monday but were …

Tatum’s 3-pointer at the buzzer in OT gives the Celtics a 126-123 victory over the Raptors
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Tatum’s 3-pointer at the buzzer in OT gives the Celtics a 126-123 victory over the Raptors

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Jayson Tatum hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer in overtime and the Boston Celtics rallied to beat the Toronto Raptors 126-123 on Saturday night. RJ Barrett had his first triple-double — 25 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds, the first Raptors player ever with all that in the same game. Boston’s Neemias Queta, who started in place of …

Jared McCain and Guerschon Yabusele lead the 76ers to 107-105 OT win over the Hornets
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jared McCain and Guerschon Yabusele lead the 76ers to 107-105 OT win over the Hornets

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Jared McCain had a career-high 27 points as the Philadelphia 76ers snapped a five-game losing streak with a 107-105 overtime win over the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday night. Guerschon Yabusele finished with his career high of 20 points for Philadelphia, which has yet to win a game in regulation. Paul George added 15 points and nine assists, but …

Jayson Tatum scores 23 in second half to rally Celtics to a 113-107 victory over slumping Bucks
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jayson Tatum scores 23 in second half to rally Celtics to a 113-107 victory over slumping Bucks

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Jayson Tatum had 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists and the Boston Celtics rallied in the second half to beat the slumping Milwaukee Bucks 113-107 on Sunday afternoon. Takeaways Celtics: Pritchard, who scored 28 points in a 119-108 victory over the Bucks on Oct. 28, kept Boston in the game by scoring 17 in the first half. …

Celtics Dominate Hawks, Cruise to 123-93 Win
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Celtics Dominate Hawks, Cruise to 123-93 Win

Associated Press  

Jayson Tatum shines for the Celtics, leading them to a 123-93 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. Tatum poured in 26 points in the first half, showcasing his dominance on both offense and defense. The Celtics dominated the game from the outset, building a significant lead and holding on for the win. The Hawks, on the other hand, struggled to find …

Celtics Dominate Hornets, Clinching Second Straight Night in Charlotte
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Celtics Dominate Hornets, Clinching Second Straight Night in Charlotte

Associated Press  

The Boston Celtics defeated the Charlotte Hornets 113-103 in a rematch of the season. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 29 points, while Derrick White added 18 points and eight rebounds. LaMelo Ball had 36 points for the Hornets, but he was fouled out for the second straight game. The Celtics improved to 6-1, while the Hornets remain winless at …

Celtics Pull Away in Thriller, Excluding Two Hornets Players
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Celtics Pull Away in Thriller, Excluding Two Hornets Players

Associated Press  

The Boston Celtics pulled away from a heated game against the Charlotte Hornets, winning 124-109. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 32 points and 11 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown added 25 points. The Hornets were led by LaMelo Ball with 31 points, but they were unable to overcome the Celtics' championship-caliber defense.

Celtics Dominate Bucks, Clinching Eastern Conference Lead
2 months ago

Celtics Dominate Bucks, Clinching Eastern Conference Lead

Associated Press  

The Boston Celtics defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 119-108 on Monday night. Jaylen Brown scored 30 points, Payton Pritchard made 8 3s, and Derrick White had 13 points and eight assists for the Celtics. Damian Lillard led the Bucks with 33 points, seven rebounds and seven assists, while Giannis Antetokounmpo had 30 points, 10 boards and six assists for the Bucks.

Celtics Hold on for 124-118 Against Pistons, Clinching Series Lead
2 months ago

Celtics Hold on for 124-118 Against Pistons, Clinching Series Lead

Associated Press  

The Boston Celtics secured a 124-118 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night, despite trailing for much of the third quarter. Jayson Tatum shone with 37 points, including six points in the final 65 seconds, while Derrick White and Malcolm Beasley contributed 21 and 10 points respectively for the Celtics. The Pistons, despite a valiant effort, struggled to create …

Celtics Dominate Wizards in First Road Game, Extending Winning Streak to Five Games
2 months, 1 week ago

Celtics Dominate Wizards in First Road Game, Extending Winning Streak to Five Games

Associated Press  

The Boston Celtics dominated the Washington Wizards in their first road game of the season, cruising to a 122-102 victory. Jayson Tatum shone with 25 points and 11 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown contributed 27 points and Derrick White added 19. The Celtics dominated the third quarter, outscoring the Wizards 34-19, putting the game out of reach. The Wizards, with a …

Celtics Set New Three-Pointer Record, Dominate Knicks in Season Opener
2 months, 1 week ago

Celtics Set New Three-Pointer Record, Dominate Knicks in Season Opener

The Hindu  

The Boston Celtics dominated the New York Knicks in their season opener, pouring in a record-tying 29 three-pointers. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 37 points, including 8 three-pointers, and the team shot a staggering 50.5% from the floor. The Celtics led by 43-24 after one quarter and 74-55 at halftime before cruising to a 132-109 victory.

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Launch Title Defense
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2 months, 1 week ago

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Launch Title Defense

News 18  

The Boston Celtics dominated the New York Knicks in a resounding 132-109 victory on Tuesday, marking their return to the NBA Finals. Led by Jayson Tatum's stellar performance with 37 points, the Celtics asserted their dominance from the outset, leading 74-55 at halftime. The Celtics' defense, led by Al Horford's 11 rebounds, suffocated the Knicks' offense, forcing numerous turnovers and …

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Extend Banner 18 Streak
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2 months, 1 week ago

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Extend Banner 18 Streak

Associated Press  

The Boston Celtics dominated the New York Knicks in their season opener, winning 132-109. Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 37 points, including 8 3-pointers, while Derrick White and Jaylen Brown added 24 and 23 points respectively. The Celtics broke the NBA record for most 3-pointers made in a game with 29, and they held a significant lead for much …

Celtics Seek 19th Title, But Challengers Are Rising
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2 months, 1 week ago

Celtics Seek 19th Title, But Challengers Are Rising

Associated Press  

The Celtics are looking to defend their 19th NBA title, but they face a challenging season with several challengers. The team returns virtually intact from a year ago, but they will face competition from New York, Philadelphia, and rising teams in the East and West. The Celtics know that they will have to be patient and persistent to win the …

What we learned from the Celtics’ preseason: Has Jayson Tatum fixed his jumper?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

What we learned from the Celtics’ preseason: Has Jayson Tatum fixed his jumper?

New York Times  

The Boston Celtics will raise their championship banner during an opening-night ceremony in less than a week. Tatum drilled at least three 3-pointers only five times over Boston’s 19 playoff games last season while handling a full diet of playing time. Throughout the preseason, Boston handily won Pritchard’s and Hauser’s playing time. The Celtics could take things slowly with Horford …

NBA predictions: A surprise team could challenge Celtics, Knicks, Sixers atop the East
2 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA predictions: A surprise team could challenge Celtics, Knicks, Sixers atop the East

New York Times  

-The Eastern Conference is the home of the NBA’s reigning champions … and also the home to a lot of teams that are straining to chase them. Paying him isn’t an easy decision — not when he’s already 35 and misses a guaranteed 20 games every year, and not when last season’s Heat seemed miles from contending even with him. …

Celtics Reunite for Another Title Run: Can They Repeat the Dynasty?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Celtics Reunite for Another Title Run: Can They Repeat the Dynasty?

Associated Press  

The Boston Celtics are poised to return to title contention with their core players intact. Led by Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the team boasts a potent offensive arsenal and a suffocating defense. Despite some concerns about their frontcourt depth, the Celtics have the tools to overcome any challenges they may face. With a strong track record and a hunger …

Boston Celtics set NBA record by smashing Dallas Mavericks to clinch title in style
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Boston Celtics set NBA record by smashing Dallas Mavericks to clinch title in style

The Independent  

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Celtics rout Mavericks to win record 18th NBA championship
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Celtics rout Mavericks to win record 18th NBA championship

Hindustan Times  

Jayson Tatum produced a dazzling 31-point display as the Boston Celtics dominated the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 to clinch a record-breaking 18th NBA championship crown on Monday. Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum celebrates with the trophy on the podium after defeating the Dallas Mavericks in the 2024 NBA Finals Humbled by Dallas in a 38-point game four drubbing on Friday, Boston …

Celtics rout Mavericks to win record 18th NBA championship
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Celtics rout Mavericks to win record 18th NBA championship

The Hindu  

Jayson Tatum produced a dazzling 31-point display as the Boston Celtics dominated the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 to clinch a record-breaking 18th NBA championship crown on Monday. I’m sorry.” Jaylen Brown, who was named Finals Most valuable Player, gave Tatum scoring support with 21 points, while Jrue Holiday added 15 and Derrick White 14. Payton Pritchard put the seal on a …

Celtics are built to thrive in NBA’s new cap era … at least for a little while
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Celtics are built to thrive in NBA’s new cap era … at least for a little while

New York Times  

If there’s one lesson I hope we all learned from these NBA playoffs, it’s this: Can we hold our horses and wait a little before immediately anointing anyone who has a successful playoff round as The Next Thing? I’m told the Celtics would like to bring the centers back if the money is reasonable; regardless, Boston can easily replenish the …

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