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It sounds like Jaylen Brown was A-okay with going from the Boston Celtics to the Milwaukee Bucks. Doing so would have given him his own team. But the joke is that the feeling wasn't exactly mutual.
“I’m still processing how this all went down. I’m excited and disappointed at the same time,” Jaylen Brown said in a social media statement after his July 1 trade to the 76ers. It read like a player who was blindsided. Almost four months later, a former Celtic is offering a very different account of how […] The post “Had a List of Demands”: Former Celtic Makes Stunning Claim About Jaylen Brown’s Exit Amid Jayson Tatum Feud appeared first on EssentiallySports .
How to watch Bulls at Celtics at TD Garden on Monday, Oct. 26: 6:30 p.m. CT tip-off on CHSN and the CHSN app in Chicago, NBC Sports Boston and Peacock in Boston, and NBA League Pass elsewhere. The post How to Watch Bulls at Celtics on Monday: Time, TV Channel, Live Stream appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
The start to Hugo Gonzalez's second season with the Boston Celtics hasn't gone according to plan yet, and it's becoming clear he still has some work to do.
The preview breaks down the Bulls' upcoming matchup against the Celtics, stressing the need for a solid performance rather than a 'junk game.' It highlights rookie Caleb Wilson's chance to earn meaningful minutes and warns that missed threes could make the Bulls look sloppy. The piece also notes injury concerns, with forward Noa Essengue listed as questionable after facial injuries in Milwaukee. Fans get a quick look at the Bulls' strategic outlook and roster health before tip‑off on Oct. 26, 2026.
Brian Scalabrine claims Jaylen Brown demanded a trade and wanted Milwaukee, shifting perspective on his rift with Jayson Tatum and the Celtics.
The Celtics host the Bulls for Game #3 on Oct. 26, 2026, with both teams at 1‑2 and 1‑1 respectively. Boston leans on its proven starter trio—Derrick White, Jordan Walsh, Paul George, Jayson Tatum and Mitchell Robinson—and a deep bench, while Chicago, now coached by Tiago Splitter, fields Josh Giddey, Norman Powell, rookie Matas Buzelis, Caleb Wilson (the Bulls’ 4th‑overall pick averaging 22.3 points) and Jalen Smith. The Bulls are missing Nic Claxton (hamstring) and have Patrick Williams and Noa Essengue listed as questionable. Boston’s only injury is Devin Carter (mono). The matchup pits Tatum against Wilson, a key test for the Celtics as they aim to maintain their 80‑40 home record against Chicago.
Through their first two games, the Boston Celtics are 1-1. They played two of the (projected) two best teams in the Eastern Conference, losing to the Detroit Pistons, then taking down the New York Knicks. Now, they are set to welcome the Chicago Bulls to TD Garden.
After a 94-117 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Raptors fans are urging former big man Chris Boucher to return to Toronto. The defeat highlighted scoring blanks from starters Jakob Poeltl and Scottie Barnes, sparking calls for a change at center. Boucher, who last played for the Celtics and posted a supportive tweet on Oct. 26, 2026, received a flood of nostalgic messages from fans. Although his recent averages (2 points, 2 rebounds) and 6'8" frame suggest a limited bench role, supporters hope his defensive presence could boost morale and address the team's interior woes.
Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum may not have any beef after the former was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday, but the Boston Celtics may have helped cook up the "lamb chops and some gravy" between the two men that Brown referenced when asked about his relationship with Tatum.
Payton Pritchard’s elite isolation scoring gives Boston a whole new dimension. Here is why the Celtics must lean into his 1-on-1 growth.
The silence between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown was a story before either of them addressed it. When Brown returned to Boston with the Philadelphia 76ers for a preseason game in early October, the two former teammates warmed up at opposite ends of the court and never greeted each other. Now Draymond Green has offered […] The post Draymond Green Sees Ominous Signs for Jayson Tatum After Jaylen Brown’s Message appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Boston Celtics Daily Links for Oct. 26, 2026 aggregates the day's top stories, highlighting the ongoing tension between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, game previews against the Bulls, injury updates, and recent highlights such as Mitchell Robinson’s "Welcome to Boston" moment and Neemias Queta’s impact in the opening win. The roundup also features commentary from coach Joe Mazzulla, player insights from Payton Pritchard, and various media analyses on the Celtics’ championship prospects.
The post compiles the latest Boston Celtics buzz, centering on the strained Jayson Tatum–Jaylen Brown relationship after the infamous “lamb chop” comment and coach Joe Mazzulla’s remarks. It highlights Game 3 against the Bulls, recent wins over the Knicks, key performances from Mitchell Robinson, Neemias Queta and Payton Pritchard, and upcoming injury reports. The article also notes the team’s military‑honor night, power‑ranking comments from analysts, and speculation about future trades and leadership roles, offering readers a one‑stop snapshot of the Celtics’ on‑court and off‑court drama.
The Celtics face their first back-to-back of the season with games against the Bulls and Nets. Will Joe Mazzulla rest his veterans early?
NBA champion Mitchell Robinson draws fire on social media after posting AI‑edited images that replace his friend with a fictional blonde girlfriend. The Knicks‑to‑Celtics big‑money signing (three‑year, $47.4 million) recently helped Boston beat New York 107‑103, posting four points, four rebounds and a block. Fans mocked the bizarre Instagram post, calling it “emo broken loverboy” content and questioning his off‑court choices. Robinson, who missed the Knicks’ ring ceremony, debuted for Boston on Oct. 20, scoring four points in 18 minutes as the Celtics squandered a 22‑point lead. The controversy highlights the player’s online antics alongside his on‑court move to Boston.
Although the Chicago Bulls are off to a 1-2 start, Caleb Wilson is surging. He is coming off his first double-double, with 30 points and 14 rebounds, in a 124-120 loss to the Washington Wizards last Saturday. Wilson came away with five dunks. He also came close to Michael Jordan for the most points in […] The post Bulls’ Caleb Wilson will put rookie scoring lead to test vs. Celtics appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Knicks drop their first three games, slipping to 0‑3 with narrow losses to the Sixers, Celtics and Magic. Offensive woes dominate: restricted‑area shooting fell from 66.3% last season to 58.6% this year, and they rank 26th in paint FG% (63%) and dead‑last overall (50%). Key players—Andre Drummond, Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart—are underperforming, while perimeter shooting is sub‑league average (Brunson 26.7%, Anunoby 28.6%). Free‑throw shooting also drops to 70.8%. Turnovers and missed threes cost them close games, prompting criticism that the talent isn’t being maximized.
Boston Celtics point guard Payton Pritchard earned a $44 million contract extension for steady growth every season since he was drafted. Celtics’ Pritchard takes pride in his underdog approach as an undersized guard making a name for himself in the NBA. He earned Sixth Man of the Year last season, and is expected to take […] The post How Celtics’ Payton Pritchard uses amateur ballers, humid gyms, Chipotle bribes to refine his craft in offseason appeared first on ClutchPoints .
There's room for improvement for Mitchell Robinson, but luckily, it sounds like he's aware of this and wants to do better for the Boston Celtics! It's a long season, so at least Robinson has the right mindset.
Draymond Green believes the tension between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown reflects years of unresolved conversations that became more visible after the former Boston Celtics teammates went their separate ways. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, the Golden State Warriors forward suggested that feelings and disagreements may have accumulated during their decade together in Boston, […] The post Draymond Green explains Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown rift appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
During the 2026 playoffs, NBA legend Allen Iverson stopped Boston’s Payton Pritchard and called him “the coldest white boy I’ve ever seen,” praising the guard’s fearless scoring and isolation game. Iverson, famed for his own ball‑handling and shot‑making, compared Pritchard’s style to his own, highlighting the 6‑foot‑1 rookie’s ability to create space and hit clutch shots for the Celtics. The compliment comes as Pritchard signs a two‑year extension, cementing his role as a key offensive weapon.
The Celtics have the NBA's best trio of centers. Neemias Queta's performance in Boston's 107-103 win over the Knicks made that crystal clear.
Kevin Garnett and Kobe Bryant were high school phenoms turned NBA legends. But what if they played on the same team together? It turns out they had a chance to play for the Lakers. Garnett could have chosen the Lakers in 2007 after his time with the Minnesota Timberwolves. However, Garnett now says Bryant’s ghosting […] The post Kevin Garnett claims ‘real arrogant’ Kobe Bryant led to Celtics trade over Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla remained diplomatic as some of the past tension between Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum appears to be rising to the surface.