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Joe Mazzulla perfectly explains story of Celtics season after blowout win against Lakers

LOS ANGELES — Jaylen Brown broke into a toothy grin as he chest-bumped Payton Pritchard at the center of Crypto.com arena, moments after Pritchard crossed up Austin Reaves en route to his sixth three-pointer of the night. Brown, Pritchard’s longest-tenured teammate, relished the offensive explosion. “Payton has been playing at an All-Star level,” Brown said […]

The Lakers didn’t care vs. Celtics and that’s unacceptable

LOS ANGELES — Sunday was a day of celebration for the Lakers as they honored Pat Riley with a statue before, fittingly, a game against the Celtics. Even though Riley is with the Heat organization now, he made sure everyone knew the task at hand. “The time has come to kick some a–,” Riley said. […]

First Episode of Jayson Tatum Documentary Released

In between the third and fourth quarters of the NBA All-Star Game, NBC announced that they will be showing “The Quiet Work,” a five-part documentary on Jayson Tatum’s return from the torn Achilles injury that he suffered in Game 4 of the second round playoff series against the New York Knicks. During the pregame show […]

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Celtics

On paper, no one game is more important than another across 82 games in the regular season. A result in October will matter as much as a result in March. But we know that’s not true. For the Lakers, there are two games that always matter more than the rest. There have been many rivalries […]

Celtics spoil Pat Riley Night, win big over Lakers 111-89

The Boston Celtics continued their four-game road trip with a visit to Los Angeles to play the Lakers Sunday night. Boston rolled to a seventh victory of the month of February as they log another big road win, 111-89 against their rival franchise. Jaylen Brown once again led Boston in scoring with 32 points, Payton […]

Lakers hit new low in blowout loss to Celtics

Hours after unveiling Pat Riley’s statue, the Lakers hit a new low this season as they were run off the floor by the Celtics on Sunday, 111-89. After a back-and-forth game for most of the contest, the Lakers put up a pathetic display in the fourth to allow Boston to blow the game open. The […]

Liutova Wins First Pro Event at W35 Las Vegas; Korda Captures Delray Beach ATP 250; CMS Repeats as Men's Division III Indoor Champions; Barry Continues Dominance of D-II Women's Indoor; No. 2 Ohio State Women Hang On, No. 4 LSU Falls

Last week all four pro tournaments in the United States were won by Americans; this year it was just the ATP 250 in Delray Beach that featured a champion from the United States, with the four other tournaments going to international players.Sixteen-year-old Kristina Liutova, who was born in Moscow but has lived in the United States for many years, captured her first pro title, beating wild card

The best moments from Pat Riley’s statue unveiling

Another Lakers legend officially joined those cast in bronze around Crypto.com Arena on Sunday. Pat Riley, architect of the Showtime era, had his own statue unveiled just hours prior to the Lakers and Celtics renewing their rivalry, a fitting follow-up for a man who spent his career in LA besting Boston. Unsurprsingly, Riley’s ceremony was […]

Lakers unveil Pat Riley’s statue

Sunday marked a special afternoon for president and former Los Angeles Lakers head coach Pat Riley, whose statue was unveiled outside of Crypto.com Arena. The ceremony was held three hours before the Lakers’ 6:30 p.m. EST tip against the Boston Celtics. Here’s how the statue looked: Riley, who’s been with the Heat for three decades, […] The post Lakers unveil Pat Riley’s statue appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Boston Celtics (36-19) at Los Angeles Lakers (34-21) Game #56 2/22/26

Boston Celtics (36-19) at Los Angeles Lakers (34-21)Sunday, February 22, 20266:30 PM ETTV: NBC/Peacock, NBCSB, TelemundoRadio: 98.5 Sports Hub, ESPN LA 710, Sirius XMRegular Season Game #56 Road Game #29Crypto.com Arena The Celtics visit the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2nd and final meeting this season. The Celtics win the first meeting in Boston 125-105 […]

Decoding Jayson Tatum’s Return Date

On Saturday in Los Angeles, Jayson Tatum did what he has done for weeks now: he said something that gave us pretty much nothing in the way of new information. He hasn’t practiced with the team since his Maine session a week ago. The photos from San Francisco were — Tatum’s words — an “optional […]

Building a Better Bench — The Week in Green

Boston’s secret weapon this year has been the play of guys that were, basically, afterthoughts in assessments of the team coming into the season. Sure, among Boston cognoscenti, there were expectations that Jordan Walsh, Baylor Scheierman, Neemias Queta, and Sam Hauser would be able to fill in some gaps caused by the loss of Jayson […]

Lakers vs. Celtics Preview: Honoring Pat Riley

The Lakers (34-21) will take on the Boston Celtics (36-19) on Sunday as they look to split the season series against their arch rivals. They will also be honoring Pat Riley by unveiling his statue outside Crypto.com Arena. Start time and TV schedule Who: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Boston Celtics When: 3:30 p.m. PT, Feb. 22 Where: Crypto.com […]

Preview: Boston Celtics (36-19) at Los Angeles Lakers (34-21) Game #56 2/22/26

  at Boston Celtics (36-19) at Los Angeles Lakers (34-21) Sunday, February 22, 2026 6:30 PM ET TV: NBC/Peacock, NBCSB, Telemundo Radio: 98.5 Sports Hub, ESPN LA 710, Sirius XM Regular Season Game #56 Road Game #29 Crypto.com Arena  The Celtics visit the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2nd and final meeting this season. The Celtics win the first meeting in Boston 125-105 on December 5. The Celtics were at full strength for that game while the Lakers were without LeBron James, Luka Donci...

Jayson Tatum addresses speculation over set return date

LOS ANGELES — Jayson Tatum appeared on the floor moments before Celtics practice on Saturday and addressed photos showing him seemingly taking part in team activities in San Francisco. He clarified that he didn’t take part in a practice, and rather participated in an optional workout with several Celtics teammates, including Luka Garza. Joe Mazzulla […]

Fiddlin' and Diddlin' - Celtics Daily Links 2/21/26

Globe Is Jayson Tatum practicing with Celtics teammates? Latest social media post seems to indicate as much Who’s got next as face of the NBA when LeBron James retires? It’ll be Victor Wembanyama’s game. CelticsBlog Which team will finish with the 2 seed in the East? (daily topic) Derrick White, Point God CLNS Media Larry Bird and Kevin McHale: Not Best Friends — Just Champions NBC Sports Boston Ranking Celtics' top competitors in East after NBA All-Star break NESN Payton Pritchard...

Which team will finish with the 2 seed in the East? (daily topic)

The Detroit Pistons have a commanding 5.5 game lead in the East (as of Saturday afternoon). Behind them are the Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, and Cleveland Cavaliers, all bunched up within a game and a half of each other. It is worth noting that the Raptors are 3.5 games out of 2nd place as […]

Derrick White, Point God

The Celtics are no stranger to having elite facilitating guards. You can go all the way back to Bob Cousy in the 50s and 60s, Dennis Johnson in the 80s, Rajon Rondo in the late 2000s and early 2010s, and now we might have to start talking about Derrick White in 2026. White is averaging […]

Al Horford hints at reason for leaving Celtics

SAN FRANCISCO — Al Horford took his warmup shots with his son Ean and then sat in the locker room, open to reporters and took several questions. It’s a routine he did regularly while in Boston, and now performed in Warriors gear. And there’s still some uncertainty about why, with Golden State now 7.0 games […]

Joel Embiid ruled out for Sixers’ Saturday visit to Pelicans

Well, this isn’t optimal. Joel Embiid has been ruled out for the Philadelphia 76ers’ visit to the New Orleans Pelicans set for Saturday evening according to the team’s injury report. The news comes after the team announced back on Wednesday that Embiid had reported right shin soreness over the All-Star break and would be re-evaluated […]

Boston Celtics Daily Links 2/20/26

Herald Jaylen Brown rips Beverly Hills’ ‘bull—-‘ apology: ‘I’m extremely offended’ Jaylen Brown’s triple-double leads Celtics past Warriors in All-Star return Jaylen Brown receives apology from Beverly Hills, says ‘damage is already done’ How Celtics met roster minimum, avoided luxury tax with latest signings Globe Al Horford says his decision to leave Celtics was ‘deeper […]

Fiddlin' and Diddlin' - Celtics Daily Links 2/20/26

  Herald Jaylen Brown rips Beverly Hills’ ‘bull—-‘ apology: ‘I’m extremely offended’ Jaylen Brown’s triple-double leads Celtics past Warriors in All-Star return Jaylen Brown receives apology from Beverly Hills, says ‘damage is already done’ How Celtics met roster minimum, avoided luxury tax with latest signings Globe Al Horford says his decision to leave Celtics was 'deeper than just the basketball' 'I would like to apologize to Jaylen Brown': Beverly Hills admits mistake in end...

Parquet Plays : Celtics Best Sets/Actions vs Golden State

After a week devoted to rest, recalibration, and reflection, the Boston Celtics returned to the hardwood with sharpened focus and renewed intent.  They secured their 36th victory of the season with a 121–110 victory over the Golden State Warriors. Boston controlled the tempo for much of the contest, executing on both ends with discipline and purpose. However, […]

Celtics’ newest signing opens up on return to Boston

SAN FRANCISCO — In the corner of the visiting locker room in San Francisco, Dalano Banton chatted up Jordan Walsh. Banton and Walsh haven’t shared a locker room in years, but they picked up right where they left after Banton signed a ten-day contract with the Celtics on Thursday. The 26-year-old guard reunited with several […]