The Cleveland Cavaliers have squandered 20‑plus point leads in three of their last six games, prompting head coach Kenny Atkinson to address the issue by showing the team footage from England’s World Cup win over Argentina. Atkinson argues that big leads breed complacency and stresses the need for relentless aggression to combat turnovers, opponent offensive rebounds, and three‑point variance. He cites recent collapses by the Celtics and Spurs as league‑wide examples and emphasizes mental toughness and sustained attack as the remedy for the Cavs’ recent failures.
Brian Scalabrine revealed Jaylen Brown wanted a trade to the Bucks, showing why Brad Stevens and the Celtics had no choice but to part ways.
Former Celtics champion Brian Scalabrine accuses Jaylen Brown of fabricating trade demands and blaming Jayson Tatum in the ongoing feud between the two stars. Scalabrine claims Brown allegedly threatened the organization with a trade list, even suggesting Milwaukee, and says Brown’s recent Instagram “cap” emoji reply was a false narrative. The dispute escalates ahead of Boston’s next game on Monday versus the Chicago Bulls.
In a CLNS Media Celtics Daily episode, Joel Lorenzi breaks down Jaylen Brown's response to Jayson Tatum, calling the teammate’s PR "great." The hosts also review Boston’s early season impressions, discuss Jalen Williams' season‑ending leg injury suffered in the Thunder’s win, and preview the Celtics hosting rookie Caleb Wilson and the Chicago Bulls for two home games this week at TD Garden.
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.
Former Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine alleges that Jaylen Brown demanded a trade—complete with a list of demands and a wish to land in Milwaukee—contradicting earlier reports that he never requested a move. The claim emerges as Brown’s July 1 trade to the 76ers fuels a growing feud with Jayson Tatum, who says he reached out after the deal while Brown replies with a cryptic “no beef” comment. With both sides offering differing narratives and the duo set to meet on Nov. 10 in Philadelphia, the dispute adds intrigue to Brown’s exit and the Celtics’ roster shake‑up.
The Chicago Bulls travel to Boston on Monday, Oct. 26, for a 6:30 p.m. CT tip‑off at TD Garden. The game airs locally on CHSN (Chicago) and NBC Sports Boston (Boston), with streaming via the CHSN app, Peacock, and NBA League Pass elsewhere. Bulls (1‑2) come off a 124‑120 loss to Washington; Celtics (1‑1) beat the Knicks 107‑103. Key players: Caleb Wilson (22.3 PPG) for Chicago and Paul George (26.5 PPG) for Boston. Injuries include Nic Claxton (hamstring) for Chicago and Devin Carter (illness) for Boston. The Celtics are 14‑point home favorites with an over/under near 232.5.
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.
Draymond Green says the lingering tension between former Celtics duo Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown finally surfaced after Brown’s recent Instagram reply to Tatum’s “no beef” comment. Green argues the silence during a preseason game reflects years of unspoken friction that intensified once the trade ended their partnership. While Tatum claims he didn’t know about the trade, Green believes Brown still feels slighted, citing Brown’s cryptic “lamb chops and some gravy” remark after Boston’s win over the Knicks. The podcast insight aligns with long‑standing speculation about their rivalry, which endured five Eastern Conference finals, two NBA Finals and a 2024 championship.
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.
Rookie Caleb Wilson is testing his league‑leading scoring streak against the Boston Celtics on Monday. After a 30‑point, 14‑rebound double‑double in a 124‑120 loss to Washington, Wilson tops the NBA’s rookie PPG chart at 22.3, tied with Darius Acuff, and edges out peers like Yaxel Lendeborg. The Bulls, 1‑2 early, hope his firepower can spark a win at TD Garden against a Celtics squad featuring Jayson Tatum, Paul George, Derrick White and Payton Pritchard. Game tip‑off is 6:30 pm CST.
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.
Celtics point guard Payton Pritchard, fresh off a $44 million extension and a Sixth Man of the Year award, is turning his offseason into a gritty boot‑camp. Starting at 6:45 a.m. in humid Cape Cod gyms, he pays college and amateur players—often from Division II/III or overseas—to challenge him one‑on‑one, covering travel costs and rewarding defenders with Chipotle meals. The goal: 150 intense possessions daily to sharpen his isolation scoring, decision‑making and defensive reads. After Boston’s 107‑103 win over the Knicks, Pritchard aims to carry that fire into the upcoming Bulls game at TD Garden.
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.
On his new show, Warriors forward Draymond Green says the current rift between former Celtics stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown stems from years of unresolved conversations that surfaced after the duo split. Green suggests that a decade of shared experiences in Boston left lingering feelings and disagreements, which now fuel the tension between the former teammates.