Celtics All-Star Jayson Tatum ready to confront championship expectations for new-look roster
1 year, 3 months ago

Celtics All-Star Jayson Tatum ready to confront championship expectations for new-look roster

Associated Press  

BOSTON — After the summer the Boston Celtics have had, Jayson Tatum isn’t surprised they’re entering this season with a spotlight fixed on them. “And if we don’t, we didn’t necessarily meet expectations.” That’s because during an offseason full of movement around the NBA, the Celtics were among the league’s busiest teams. And that’s where we should be aiming.” Tatum, a three-time All-NBA selection, will enter his seventh season as the Celtics’ second-longest tenured player behind only Brown. He opted not to have surgery after multiple consultations with doctors and said he “took all the right measures to make sure I was healthy and prepare to come into this season with no distractions.” It’s left his focus on doing whatever extra he needs to do on the court to lead to the Celtics to an 18th championship. … because we haven’t accomplished what we’re trying to do.” COURTING HOLIDAY Following Lillard’s initial trade request from Portland, Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens said they began to wonder whether Portland was going to get somebody that they would then move on from as a result of trading him.

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Jayson Tatum’s big night: 1st 40-plus point triple-double for Celtics since Larry Bird in 1992
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Jayson Tatum’s big night: 1st 40-plus point triple-double for Celtics since Larry Bird in 1992

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics started slowly, tussling early with the Chicago Bulls. But the defending NBA champions came on and prevailed 123-98 on Saturday night, with Tatum’s 43-point, 16-rebound and 10-assist effort earning the five-time All-Star comparisons to former Celtics great and Hall of Famer Larry Bird. Tatum’s third career triple-double was the first for a …

Tatum scores a season-high 43 to go with 16 rebounds, 10 assist in Celtics 123-98 win over Bulls
2 weeks, 5 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 …

Bucks' Khris Middleton likely to make season debut vs. Celtics
1 month ago

Bucks' Khris Middleton likely to make season debut vs. Celtics

Hindustan Times  

Three-time All-Star Khris Middleton is expected to make his first appearance of the season for the Milwaukee Bucks when they visit the Boston Celtics on Friday night. Milwaukee coach Doc Rivers said the veteran forward is frustrated by missing the season's first 21 games. Before Wednesday's game, Boston coach Joe Mazzulla said that Tatum who is listed as questionable for …

Tatum stars as Celtics end Cavs' perfect start
1 month, 3 weeks 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 …

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

Jayson Tatum scores 23 in second half to rally Celtics to a 113-107 victory over slumping Bucks
2 months 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
2 months 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 Wizards in First Road Game, Extending Winning Streak to Five Games
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

NBA's Mark Tatum Highlights India's Basketball Potential, Calls for Investment
2 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA's Mark Tatum Highlights India's Basketball Potential, Calls for Investment

The Hindu  

NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum stresses the need for more investment and infrastructure in India to foster the growth of basketball. He highlighted the country's rapid growth in popularity, with over 150 million unique viewers across linear and digital platforms tuning in to NBA games last season. Tatum expressed optimism that more partners will invest alongside the NBA to build …

Celtics Dominate Knicks, Launch Title Defense
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2 months, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 Prepare for Banner Night and Opener Against Rival Knicks: A Championship Legacy in the Making
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Celtics Prepare for Banner Night and Opener Against Rival Knicks: A Championship Legacy in the Making

News 18  

The Boston Celtics are preparing for their season opener against the New York Knicks. The team will raise their 18th banner to the TD Garden rafters and receive their championship rings in the pregame ceremony. The Celtics are bringing back their entire starting lineup and most of their bench, and are the favorites to win it all again. The coach …

Celtics Seek 19th Title, But Tatum's Focus is on Chase for Championship
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Celtics Seek 19th Title, But Tatum's Focus is on Chase for Championship

The Hindu  

The Celtics are looking to defend their 19th NBA title this season, despite facing several challengers. The team returns virtually intact from a year ago, led by Jayson Tatum, who is eager to prove himself as a champion. The Celtics will open the season against New York and will be looking to contend for a top spot in the Eastern …

Celtics Seek 19th Title, But Challengers Are Rising
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2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Celtics Aim for Back-to-Back Titles with LeBron's Son and Familiar Faces
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Celtics Aim for Back-to-Back Titles with LeBron's Son and Familiar Faces

Firstpost  

The 2024-2025 NBA season promises to be an exciting one for fans, with several major talking points to follow. The Boston Celtics aim to return to back-to-back titles, with LeBron James and his son Bronny joining the team. The Lakers have a new father-son duo, while the Knicks and Wolves add significant talent to their rosters. The Western Conference is …

Celtics Quest for Back-to-Back Glory as LeBron Joins Son and Familiar Faces
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Celtics Quest for Back-to-Back Glory as LeBron Joins Son and Familiar Faces

News 18  

The Boston Celtics will be aiming to repeat as NBA champions in the upcoming season, with LeBron James and his son Bronny joining the team. The Celtics will face stiff competition from the New York Knicks, Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves, and other teams in the Eastern Conference. The Lakers will have a new father-son combination with Anthony Davis and …

What we learned from the Celtics’ preseason: Has Jayson Tatum fixed his jumper?
2 months, 3 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, 3 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, 3 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 …

Cavaliers Star Donovan Mitchell Relieved to Be in Cleveland for Long Haul
3 months, 1 week ago

Cavaliers Star Donovan Mitchell Relieved to Be in Cleveland for Long Haul

Associated Press  

Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell has relieved the weight of expectations and speculation about his future with a three-year, $150.3 million contract extension with the team. Mitchell, who was traded from Utah to Cleveland in 2022, feels an immediate connection with the city and is excited to be part of the team's core moving forward. The 28-year-old spent much of last …

Boston Celtics’ summer of snubs could keep Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown hungry for repeat title
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Boston Celtics’ summer of snubs could keep Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown hungry for repeat title

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Jayson Tatum has a new tattoo on his back, another gold medal to hang around his neck, and a chip on his shoulder. “In real time, it was tough,” Tatum said at the Celtics media day, acknowledging “I guess you could say that” it would motivate him when the Celtics try to repeat as NBA champions. “Joe was …

Jaylen Brown lists his Boston penthouse for $4.75m amid Boston Celtics star's Olympics snub and dig at Bronny James
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Jaylen Brown lists his Boston penthouse for $4.75m amid Boston Celtics star's Olympics snub and dig at Bronny James

Daily Mail  

Jaylen Brown has placed his Boston penthouse on the market with an asking price of $4.75million. Boston Celtics superstar Jaylen Brown has put his Boston Seaport penthouse up for sale The unit features factory style windows and original wood beam 12+ foot high ceilings This penthouse also includes a spacious eat-in kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances The unit, being sold by …

Celtics’ Baylor Scheierman puts his fingerprints on the game in summer league debut
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Celtics’ Baylor Scheierman puts his fingerprints on the game in summer league debut

New York Times  

LAS VEGAS — Baylor Scheierman looks ready. “That’s something I enjoy and I’m not going to back down from and I’m going to compete.” Scheierman, the 23-year-old rookie from Creighton, showed he can do a bit of everything in his summer league debut Saturday. “I think for his first NBA type of action, he was aggressive,” Celtics summer league coach …

NBA: Donovan Mitchell to stay at Cleveland Cavaliers, agrees to three-year deal extension - Reports
6 months, 1 week ago

NBA: Donovan Mitchell to stay at Cleveland Cavaliers, agrees to three-year deal extension - Reports

The Hindu  

Donovan Mitchell has agreed to a three-year NBA contract extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers worth $150.3 million that keeps him with the team through 2028-29, according to multiple reports Tuesday. The Cavaliers, who lost to eventual champion Boston in the second round of last season’s playoffs, fired coach J.B. Bickerstaff after the campaign and have hired former Golden State assistant …

Celtics star Jayson Tatum agrees to 5-year, $314 million supermax extension, AP source says
6 months, 1 week ago

Celtics star Jayson Tatum agrees to 5-year, $314 million supermax extension, AP source says

Associated Press  

Jayson Tatum is the newest member of the NBA’s $300 million club. The Boston Celtics star has agreed to a five-year, $314 million contract extension to remain with the reigning NBA champions, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Monday. When completed Tatum’s new, supermax contract will become the largest in NBA history, supplanting the …

NBA champions the Boston Celtics are up for sale
6 months, 1 week ago

NBA champions the Boston Celtics are up for sale

Associated Press  

BOSTON — The ownership group that controls the NBA champion Boston Celtics says it intends to sell all its shares of the team. AP AUDIO: Ownership group of NBA champion Boston Celtics is putting team up for sale One of the most iconic franchises in all of sports is up for sale shortly after winning a championship. In an email …

Jayson Tatum, Celtics finalizing NBA-record $314 million extension: Sources
6 months, 1 week ago

Jayson Tatum, Celtics finalizing NBA-record $314 million extension: Sources

New York Times  

The Boston Celtics are locking in All-NBA star Jayson Tatum on a record deal. Tatum is finalizing a five-year, $314 million super maximum contract extension with the team through the 2029-30 season, league sources told The Athletic on Monday. Boston Celtics All-NBA star Jayson Tatum is finalizing a five-year, $314 million super maximum contract extension through the 2029-30 season, sources …

Best NBA photos from June: Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Luka Dončić and more
6 months, 1 week ago

Best NBA photos from June: Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Luka Dončić and more

New York Times  

The NBA team with the best regular-season record won the championship for the first time in seven seasons. Game 1 of NBA Finals Kristaps Porziņģis of the Celtics gets two points the easy way during the first half against the Mavericks at TD Garden in Boston. Derrick Jones Jr. of the Mavericks finds his path to the rim blocked by …

As the Celtics re-sign free agents, Knicks and Sixers are posing a serious challenge
6 months, 1 week ago

As the Celtics re-sign free agents, Knicks and Sixers are posing a serious challenge

New York Times  

As the Celtics work to hold their championship squad together, the league is shifting around them. “I think a lot of these teams, the Knicks included, stockpiled a bunch of picks that they had worked hard to get for a long time, and then each of these teams decides when they’re going to cash those in, right?” GM Brad Stevens …

Celtics' Jaylen Brown & WNBA star spark dating rumors during championship parade in Boston
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Celtics' Jaylen Brown & WNBA star spark dating rumors during championship parade in Boston

Daily Mail  

Boston Celtics two-way star Jaylen Brown was spotted with Kyrse Gondrezick during the team's championship parade on Friday, driving up dating rumors that he's dating the WNBA player. Gondrezick - a forward for the Chicago Sky - used to date former NBA player, Kevin Porter Jr., who last played for the Houston Rockets, in 2023. The Celtics' Jaylen Brown has …

Celtics are built to thrive in NBA’s new cap era … at least for a little while
6 months, 3 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 …

Celtics’ Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum have their banner in a city that demands nothing less
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Celtics’ Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum have their banner in a city that demands nothing less

New York Times  

BOSTON — They all know what they signed up for when they get here. “The only way you can get rid of all the ghosts,” said the Celtics’ great play-by-play man, Sean Grande, toward the end of Boston’s 106-88 NBA Finals clincher Monday over the Dallas Mavericks, “is to become one of them.” So, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have …

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s twisting march to glory: A timeline
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s twisting march to glory: A timeline

New York Times  

The partnership of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown hasn’t been perfect. Here’s a timeline through the years of Tatum and Brown and everything that’s led to this moment, Boston’s first championship since 2008, via stories by The Athletic. Tatum and Brown were beginning to put their mark on the Boston roster, and the Celtics’ front office knew to build around …

Jaylen Brown wins NBA Finals MVP after leading Celtics to first championship since 2008
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Jaylen Brown wins NBA Finals MVP after leading Celtics to first championship since 2008

New York Times  

BOSTON — There was a time not so long ago when Jaylen Brown’s future in Boston was in doubt. After all those years of questions about whether he and Jayson Tatum would ever win an NBA title together, or if the stewards of the storied franchise would be better off breaking the Boston Celtics stars up, Brown signed a five-year, …

How ‘partners in crime’ Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s unbreakable bond made them champions
6 months, 3 weeks ago

How ‘partners in crime’ Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s unbreakable bond made them champions

New York Times  

BOSTON — This could have just been Jaylen Brown’s moment. “They could have fallen prey to all the media speculation, but they’ve always remained close and tight and mainly they want to win a championship,” Celtics governor Steve Pagliuca said. “Two egoless stars that can play together and balance each other out the way they do, I think that’s priceless,” …

Inside the Celtics’ championship march to Banner 18: ‘We made all the sacrifices’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Inside the Celtics’ championship march to Banner 18: ‘We made all the sacrifices’

New York Times  

BOSTON — At shootaround before Game 3 of the second round, Jaylen Brown shrugged off a question about the Boston Celtics’ playoff struggles at home. “All year long, we’ve been hearing about the Celtics of the past,” Brown said. He told The Athletic his coach taught the Celtics how to “see the game at the next level.” “He’ll stop things …

Celtics capture 18th NBA championship with Game 5 win over Mavericks
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Celtics capture 18th NBA championship with Game 5 win over Mavericks

New York Times  

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics are again champions of the NBA, having claimed a milestone title Monday night that will reverberate from coast to coast and carve out legacies for the current pillars of this storied franchise. “I had to listen to all the s— people said about me, and tonight … worth it.” Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the Celtics’ …

Celtics star Jayson Tatum reflects on Father’s Day on how being a dad changed his life and career
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Celtics star Jayson Tatum reflects on Father’s Day on how being a dad changed his life and career

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum spent part of his Father’s Day thinking about how his son made him a better person — and probably a better basketball player, too. Speaking at practice the day before Game 5 of the NBA Finals, Tatum acknowledged that he was “a little selfish” when he learned, as a teenager still in college …

Jayson Tatum has learned his Celtics history, as in ‘we only hang up championship banners’
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Jayson Tatum has learned his Celtics history, as in ‘we only hang up championship banners’

New York Times  

DALLAS — If you grew up in or around Boston, and if you grew up following the Celtics, nobody ever had to teach you about the banners. GO DEEPER Celtics show championship mindset in third quarter to put Mavs on ropes: 'The job is not done' Jayson Tatum grew up in University City just outside St. Louis. Jayson Tatum really …

Five reasons the Celtics are about to win the title. Plus, who will win NBA Finals MVP?
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Five reasons the Celtics are about to win the title. Plus, who will win NBA Finals MVP?

New York Times  

The Bounce Newsletter | This is The Athletic’s daily NBA newsletter. Five reasons Boston is about to win a ring Tonight, the Celtics have a great chance to culminate their seven-year journey of the Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown duo trying to bring the Larry O’Brien trophy back to Boston. Redick is in the unique position of calling the NBA Finals for …

Jaylen Brown’s MVP-like performance fueled by growth from past failures: ‘This team has trusted me’
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Jaylen Brown’s MVP-like performance fueled by growth from past failures: ‘This team has trusted me’

New York Times  

DALLAS — Jaylen Brown held the release on his final jump shot Wednesday night as if he couldn’t stand being a passive observer of the basketball’s fate. “He’s such a hard worker,” said Celtics assistant coach Tony Dobbins, who works closely with Brown. “That was something that he was very intent on saying: ‘I want to show that I’m one …

Celtics on the brink of an 18th title, can close out Mavericks in Game 4 of NBA Finals on Friday
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Celtics on the brink of an 18th title, can close out Mavericks in Game 4 of NBA Finals on Friday

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. On perhaps the next-to-last day of the NBA's 78th …

Celtics show unselfish, championship mindset to put Mavs on ropes: ‘The job is not done’
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Celtics show unselfish, championship mindset to put Mavs on ropes: ‘The job is not done’

New York Times  

DALLAS — On the final possession of the Boston Celtics’ mighty third quarter Wednesday night, Jaylen Brown dribbled in place on the midcourt logo and waited to start his move. “I’ve got to watch the film,” Jayson Tatum said, “but that was excellent basketball we played to start the third, especially on the offensive end.” With an opportunity to step …

Celtics hold off Mavericks to lead NBA Finals 3-0 as Luka Dončić fouls out late
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Celtics hold off Mavericks to lead NBA Finals 3-0 as Luka Dončić fouls out late

New York Times  

DALLAS — If the dynamics of this series, these playoffs or the entire season, for that matter, were going to change, Wednesday night in Game 3 of the NBA Finals was the time. “We’re not necessarily saying ‘one more’ or anything like that — we are just saying, however long it takes,” said Tatum, who had a long embrace with …

Threat of a Boston NBA title brings out the pettiness in Lakers and Celtics fans
7 months ago

Threat of a Boston NBA title brings out the pettiness in Lakers and Celtics fans

LA Times  

Celtics fans celebrate a playoff win as Kobe Bryant sits on the bench and puts his head in a towel in Boston on June 8, 2008. Woods said he loathes Celtics fans’ “arrogance and disillusionment,” admonishing them for believing Boston is the greatest franchise in NBA history. Rivera calls it “half a championship.” Rivera’s family moved from Puerto Rico to …

Will the best Celtics player please rise? There’s a long list of nominees after Game 2 win
7 months ago

Will the best Celtics player please rise? There’s a long list of nominees after Game 2 win

New York Times  

BOSTON — Considering his 26-point, 11-rebound effort in the Celtics’ 105-98 victory in Game 2 of the NBA Finals Sunday night, does that now make Jrue Holiday Boston’s best player? His twice-said Saturday comment that Jaylen Brown is the Celtics’ best player created quite a stir but also opened up a runway for the recency bias crowd to put it …

Challenge to Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum’s ‘sacred’ partnership fuels Celtics’ Game 2 win
7 months ago

Challenge to Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum’s ‘sacred’ partnership fuels Celtics’ Game 2 win

New York Times  

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics knew what Jason Kidd was doing. “Why would I let my ego or my need to score all the points get in the way of that?” Through all the noise, Brown and Tatum haven’t changed how they play. If I need to have 16 potential assists every single night and that’s what puts us in …

Mavericks’ plan to stop Celtics in NBA Finals: Get them to fight among themselves
7 months ago

Mavericks’ plan to stop Celtics in NBA Finals: Get them to fight among themselves

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Jason Kidd couldn’t figure out how to stop the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The Mavericks coach seemed eager to sow dissension in the Boston locker room on Saturday when he singled out Jaylen Brown as the Celtics’ best player — words transparently designed to irk Jayson Tatum, an actual NBA first-teamer who was …

Mavericks coach Jason Kidd calls Jaylen Brown, not Jayson Tatum, the Celtics’ ‘best player’
7 months ago

Mavericks coach Jason Kidd calls Jaylen Brown, not Jayson Tatum, the Celtics’ ‘best player’

New York Times  

BOSTON — Raising the eyebrows of assembled media Saturday afternoon, Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said Jaylen Brown — and not the more decorated Jayson Tatum — was the Boston Celtics’ “best player.” Asked after Dallas’ practice about what is “challenging” playing against Brown in the NBA Finals, Kidd paused, smirked and said, “Umm, well Jaylen is their best player, …

Jaylen Brown takes over at the rim to lead Celtics to Game 1 win in NBA Finals
7 months ago

Jaylen Brown takes over at the rim to lead Celtics to Game 1 win in NBA Finals

New York Times  

BOSTON — Eight years ago, Jaylen Brown was booed when he was drafted. “When they cut to eight, that’s when the game started,” Brown said. Cause JB GOT BLOCKS pic.twitter.com/Mmfwl5iRk2 — Boston Celtics June 7, 2024 “I think just, being his teammate for seven years, we’ve been in so many big games, we’ve been in so many big moments,” Tatum …

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