Jordan Walsh has proven enough to deserve rotation minutes for the Boston Celtics, but putting him in the starting lineup was an interesting choice! It hasn't been bad to start, but there are some questions.
The drama is pretty unavoidable if you have an account that exists anywhere on social media. Jayson Tatum vs. Jaylen Brown -- a battle some say has been brewing for years -- has begun to boil over.
Neemias Queta flashed a smooth corner three in Boston's win over the Knicks. Could the big man actually solve the Celtics' stretch-center dilemma?
Despite offseason trade rumors and a crowded wing rotation, Sam Hauser has emerged as Joe Mazzulla's trusted go-to option off the bench to start the season.
Through two games, Payton Pritchard’s expected offensive leap with the Boston Celtics has stalled. Why his quiet start needs to change immediately.
Kevin O’Connor joins Bob Ryan and Gary Tanguay to break down the Celtics’ early-season outlook and whether Jayson Tatum can carry Boston all the way back to the NBA Finals. The guys discuss Tatum’s clutch performance against the Knicks, Boston’s depth at center, Joe Mazzulla’s coaching ceiling and whether the Celtics have become too reliant [...]
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There hasn't been animosity between the Boston Celtics and Ray Allen in some time, but now, the Celtics are going out of their way to shout him out! If they've let it go, then so should everyone else!
The Celtics open their home season with a 107‑103 win over the defending champion Knicks, thanks to Jayson Tatum’s clutch scoring and seven‑point surge in the final minutes. Tatum also addresses recent rumors of tension with teammate Jaylen Brown, emphasizing there’s ‘no beef’ and likening their dynamic to a non‑dramatic partnership. The victory, highlighted by multiple takeaways and coach Joe Mazzulla’s expectations, marks a strong statement for Boston after an earlier collapse against Detroit.
The Celtics snap a slow start with a 107-103 home‑opener win over reigning champion Knicks, fueled by Jayson Tatum’s 36‑point, clutch fourth‑quarter performance. After a tense pre‑game exchange with Jaylen Brown, Tatum quips the drama isn’t a “Shaq‑Kobe” rivalry and assures there’s “no beef,” while coach Joe Mazzulla praises the team’s resilience. The victory also highlights Payton Pritchard’s emerging role and Mitchell Robinson’s defensive stand, giving Boston a promising boost heading into the-season schedule.
After Boston traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers, a social‑media jab sparked speculation about a rift with co‑star Jayson Tatum. Tatum, who helped lead the Celtics to their 2024 18th championship, says he was “caught off guard” by the move and rejects any feud, emphasizing respect for their shared success. He likens their split to the Shaq‑Kobe rivalry, insisting there’s no beef and wishes Brown the best. The interview underscores Tatum’s focus on moving forward rather than drama, highlighting both players' All‑Star pedigrees and the Celtics’ recent triumphs.
Jayson Tatum quieted the noise on Friday night with 36 points and key clutch baskets to lead the Celtics past the Knicks.
In a 107-103 loss to the Boston Celtics, the Knicks tallied 18 turnovers—double the Celtics' 11—highlighting their inability to convert possessions into shots. Karl‑Anthony Towns posted 22 points on 9‑for‑13 shooting and 10 rebounds, yet four of his turnovers, including a costly offensive foul with 1:11 left, underscored the issue. The article argues the problem isn’t Towns' usage but the Knicks’ tendency to run empty plays, urging simpler, screen‑set actions and fewer unnecessary exchanges before the shot clock expires. Cleaner decision‑making, not a drastic reduction in Towns’ touches, is presented as the key to tighter finishes.
After Boston’s season‑ending loss, Celtics star Jayson Tatum publicly dismissed rumors of a rift with former teammate Jaylen Brown, who was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers. Tatum told reporters there’s “no beef,” likening the speculation to the legendary Shaq‑Kobe feud. He also highlighted his improved solo performance in Boston’s second game, showcasing fluid step‑backs, playmaking and aggressive late‑game drives. Meanwhile, Brown settles into Philly, where the Sixers, bolstered by LeBron James’s recent milestone against the Cavaliers, eye a championship run.
The Celtics pulled out a key win over the Knicks, but their ongoing rebounding struggles highlight an early-season red flag for Boston’s big-man rotation.
The Boston Celtics rebounded from an opening‑night loss to the Detroit Pistons by defeating the reigning champions, the New York Knicks, at home on Friday. Jayson Tatum silenced critics with a strong shooting performance, while Neemias Queta earned a starting nod as Mitchell Robinson moved to the bench. Rookie Jordan Walsh’s defensive effort against Jalen Brunson—limiting the star guard to 19 points on 7‑of‑17 shooting—was a highlight, showcasing the team's hedge‑and‑recover scheme. The win also featured varied offensive sets that created quality scoring chances. The victory signals a promising start for Boston’s season.
The Knicks have their championship rings. They’re still looking for their first win. Friday’s 107-103 loss to the Celtics dropped New York to 0-2, making it the first defending NBA champion to lose its first two games in 15 years, as Ian Casselberry of Yahoo Sports noted. The last team to do it was the […]
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Mitchell Robinson couldn't believe a fan felt he still played for the Knicks.
BOSTON — The prognostication over Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum’s relationship had settled earlier this month until their first regular season meeting in November. Then, Tatum released a summer reflection discussing his reaction to the trade and Brown responded with a cap emoji earlier this week. “We was in Vegas, I just got done playing pickup the first day,” [...]
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Devin Carter and the Boston Celtics were truly right to believe they would help each other out. It's just a shame things have started the way they have. Carter definitely deserves his shot, whenever that will be.
The warts are sure to come, but two games in, Paul George's overall performance has been an A+ for the Boston Celtics, no questions asked. In both games, George has shown how dynamic he can be on both sides of the ball.
Talk is cheap. No matter how you look at it. Jayson Tatum wasn't good enough against the Detroit Pistons. Nothing he could have said after the game would have changed that. And social media was set ablaze.
A passionate Knicks fan predicts an upset over the Celtics on October 23, 2026, citing recent Celtics bounce‑back win led by Jayson Tatum and the perceived mismatch in defensive strategies. The writer argues the Knicks have “owned” Boston for the past two seasons, critiques the Celtics’ roster moves, and highlights key faces such as Mitchell Robinson, Paul George, and Brooklyn’s Jalen Brunson. Betting odds favor Boston, but the fan calls the line “free money” and plans to exploit a potential “Hack‑a‑Mitch” tactic. The post mixes humor, historical references and player taunts while urging fellow fans to back the Knicks for a first win.
After a somewhat concerning season-opening performance, Jayson Tatum just gave the Boston Celtics exactly what they were hoping to see out of him.
Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown were the most successful NBA partnership of their era. At some point, the duo that led the Celtics to Banner 18 should clear the air.
Jayson Tatum is no stranger to media criticism. Tatum plays for a polarizing franchise, the Boston Celtics, and has starred on Conference Finals stages since his rookie season. As he begins his 10th year in the NBA, he’s been both loved and hated. As fans and media have peppered him with criticism of his talent […]
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