The Boston Celtics list center Mitchell Robinson as questionable for Sunday’s matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks due to an illness. Robinson, who posted six points and seven rebounds in a recent win over the Charlotte Hornets, could be a game‑time decision and may only play after a warm‑up check. The 28‑year‑old, a former Knicks champion and offseason free‑agent signing, has appeared in eight games this season, averaging 5.8 points, 5.5 rebounds and shooting 62.5% from the floor. The Celtics also have several G‑League players out, while the Bucks have multiple bench players listed as unavailable.
Boston Celtics Daily Links (Nov 8, 2026) curates the latest Celtics coverage ahead of the prime‑time showdown with the Milwaukee Bucks. Highlights include the Bucks entering the game on a five‑game skid, Jayson Tatum’s 34‑point performance and fitness verdict, Payton Pritchard’s injury update, and key matchup stats such as Tatum’s strong road numbers against the Hornets. The roundup also features previews, player interviews (Tatum, Luka Garza), injury reports, G‑League highlights, and analysis on roster rotation, especially the center position and Derrick White’s impact.
Charlotte Hornets forward Kon Knueppel will miss at least four weeks with a hamstring strain, the team announced Sunday:
The Boston Celtics are hitting the second city of their current road trip, traveling to the Midwest for a game against the Milwaukee Bucks. They took down the Charlotte Hornets 119-80 on Friday night, and now, they'll be looking to repeat that success in Milwaukee.
Three-time All‑Star Domantas Sabonis is set to leave the Sacramento Kings, with trade talks described as an “understanding” that make a move inevitable before the Feb. 11 deadline. Insider Brett Siegel points to the Toronto Raptors, Charlotte Hornets and Brooklyn Nets as the top suitors, each weighing Sabonis’s $45 M+ salary against their own roster needs. The Kings, off to a 1‑8 start, aim to flip the contract for assets, while Sabonis seeks a fresh start.
Kendall Gill says leaving the Charlotte Hornets after his third NBA season remains one of his biggest career regrets, decades after the franchise became a 1990s cultural phenomenon.
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Brooklyn Nets coach Jordi Fernandez confirms rookie guard Mikel Brown Jr. will sit out the Sunday back‑to‑back against the Dallas Mavericks because medical staff haven’t cleared him for consecutive games. Despite being healthy, Brown’s recent back and ankle injuries and a strict minutes cap—23.1 minutes per game in his first seven outings—prompt a cautious approach to protect his long‑term health. Brown, the No. 6 pick, has been productive, posting 18 points vs. Charlotte and 13 fourth‑quarter points vs. Atlanta, and averages 12.9 points, 3.9 assists and 31.1% from three this season. The Nets also lose forward Egor Demin to a leg bruise.
Mitchell Robinson has elevated himself from downright terrible to underwhelming. We'll see if it gets better from here with him and the Boston Celtics. Their win against Charlotte gives an iota of hope.
Jay and BRobb dissect the Celtics' dominant NBA Cup win over the Hornets, highlighting standout nights for Jayson Tatum and Derrick White and a promising performance from Mitchell. The analysis spotlights the team’s new offensive tweaks that are yielding results, suggesting a positive trajectory for Boston heading into the season.
Dyson Daniels has become the first NBA player since Scottie Pippen in 1994 to log at least 100 points, 75 rebounds, 50 assists and 30 steals in the first 11 games of a season. Through 11 contests he’s posted 108 points, 79 boards, 60 assists and 32 steals, averaging 9.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 2.9 steals. Highlights include seven steals in a 128‑81 win over Charlotte and six steals in a 124‑121 victory against Brooklyn, pushing Atlanta to a 7‑4 record and a four‑game streak. A two‑time All‑Defensive pick and former Most Improved Player, Daniels now eyes the Defensive Player of the Year race as the Hawks prepare to host Luka Doncic and the Lakers.
Jayson Tatum drops 34 points, five threes, nine assists and eight rebounds as the Boston Celtics dominate the Charlotte Hornets 119-80 in NBA Cup group play. Boston shoots 55% from three (24‑of‑44) and builds a 46‑point lead, never trailing. The Hornets slump to 29% shooting, commit 17 turnovers and score only 22% on three‑point attempts. Derrick White adds 18 points, Sam Hauser 9 off the bench, and Paul George contributes eight. The win moves Boston to 7-2, second in the Atlantic Division, while Charlotte falls to 3-7.
The Hornets’ injury list swelled on Friday when rookie forward Brandon Miller exited the game against Boston with right groin soreness, joining Kon Knueppel (left hamstring), Grant Williams (right hamstring), Moussa Diabate (right quad tendinopathy) and Dennis Schröder (left thigh). Coach Charles Lee embraces the roster turnover, stressing the team’s identity and extended minutes for healthy players. While Miller’s downtime remains unclear, Knueppel’s return timeline is pending, and Williams could be back within a week after a G‑League workout. Lee hinted at revamping the offseason program after both Knueppel and Williams suffered pre‑camp strains.
The latest NBA transaction roundup highlights several G‑League moves and contract changes. The Cavaliers end Riley Minix’s two‑way deal, make Khalifa Diop a recall, and sign Norchad Omier to a two‑way contract. The Lakers assign Bronny James and recall Adou Thiero, while the Bulls shuffle Nicolas Claxton in and out of the Windy City Bulls. The Celtics, Hornets, Grizzlies, and others also made multiple G‑League assignments and recalls, and the Raptors sign Kevin McCullar Jr. to a two‑way deal.
Paul George's stat line from last night's Boston Celtics game speaks for itself, and yet no one spoke up because it didn't matter. The Celtics dominated the Hornets, and George was undoubtedly part of it.
The Sacramento Kings aren’t in a hurry to move Domantas Sabonis, despite rumors of a clash with rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. – sources say the two communicate well. Instead, the franchise is weighing whether Sabonis fits its future plans and if any trade would bring assets that align with their rebuild, especially around Acuff. Analyst Logan Struck lists four possible landing spots – Charlotte, Toronto, Brooklyn and Memphis – with the Hornets topping his list, and even mentions the Suns as a wild‑card. Potential returns range from role players like Grayson Allen to draft picks, but salary and roster fit remain major hurdles. Any deal must also help the Kings improve their defense and overall team direction.
Jayson Tatum leads the Boston Celtics to a crushing 119‑80 victory over the Charlotte Hornets in the Emirates NBA Cup on Nov. 6, 2026. Tatum scores 34 points, firing from deep and prompting a 39‑point rout that secures the Celtics’ second group‑stage win and bolsters their NBA Cup run. The game highlights include a dominant 3‑point blitz, strong guard play from Payton Pritchard despite an eye injury, and coach Joe Mazzulla’s supportive bench moments. Meanwhile, former Celtic Kristaps Porzingis announces he is stepping away from the NBA to focus on his health.
Jayson Tatum erupts for 39 points as the Boston Celtics rout the Charlotte Hornets 119‑80 in an NBA Cup group‑stage blowout on Nov. 6, 2026. The win marks the Celtics’ second victory and bolsters their deep‑run hopes, highlighted by a three‑point barrage and dominant interior play. In related news, former Celtic forward Kristaps Porzingis announces he is stepping away from the NBA to focus on his health. The article also touches on coaching moments, including Coach Joe Mazzulla’s supportive hug to Neemias Queta after the game.
Derrick White helped lead the Celtics to a 119-80 blowout win over the Hornets in an NBA Cup game. He has a high floor; when he plays with joy and aggression, he hits his ceiling.
Jayson Tatum's 3-point shot finally fell against the Hornets, unlocking an MVP-level ceiling that makes the Boston Celtics nearly unguardable.
The Boston Celtics put on a historic defensive clinic against the Charlotte Hornets, holding them to just 80 points in a dominant display.
Celtics dominate the Hornets in a lopsided game, leaving the Charlotte fan base venting frustrations on the blog. The post highlights a 30‑point loss scenario, complaints about player performance (Charles Lee, Dennis Schröder, Brandon), and trade talk—especially a proposed swap of Tidjane Salaün for Josh Giddey. Fans also mock the Hornets' 3‑point shooting (19‑of‑60) and lament the recent trade of Jaylen Brown for Paul George. The atmosphere is described as a sea of Boston fans, and the writer predicts a possible 50‑point defeat, hoping for a high draft pick after the Melo trade. Key names: Jayson Tatum, Brad Stevens, Jeff Peterson, and the controversial GM moves.
Jayson Tatum says Charlotte feels like a second home after the Celtics' 119-80 NBA Cup blowout over the Hornets on Nov. 6, 2026. The 28‑year‑old posted 34 points, eight rebounds and nine assists in just three quarters, hitting 62.5% from three and going 11‑for‑11 at the free‑throw line. His dominant first half tied a franchise record for 15‑point quarters and sparked nonstop MVP chants from the crowd. Tatum also recalled his college ties to North Carolina, explaining his comfort in the state. The win marked another statement performance as he continues his comeback from a ruptured Achilles.
Jayson Tatum ignites the Celtics with a 34‑point, 8‑rebound, 9‑assist performance as Boston routs the Charlotte Hornets 119‑80 in an NBA Cup group game on Nov. 6, 2026. Tatum shoots 5‑of‑8 from three and perfect from the line, helping Boston set an NBA Cup record with 24 made threes on 44 attempts. Hornets forward Brandon Miller exits at halftime with a groin issue after only 8 points. The win pushes Boston to a 2‑0 start and a +53 differential atop Group C, while coach Joe Mazzulla’s mid‑game hug of Neemias Queta draws a human‑interest note.
The Celtics routed the Charlotte Hornets 122‑76 on Nov. 6 at the Emirates NBA Cup, stretching a 46‑point lead and boosting their group‑stage point differential to +53. Boston now rests atop Group C at 2‑0, and the sizable margin puts them in a strong position to advance to the knockout round, provided they win their remaining games against the Wizards and Hawks. With the Eastern Conference’s best point‑differential, the Celtics could still qualify via a wild‑card if tie‑breakers become necessary, making every future point crucial for their first deep Cup run.
Jayson Tatum erupts for 34 points in three quarters and dishes out nine assists as the Celtics crush the Hornets 119-80. Beyond the scoring, analysts note his new‑level court vision—reading defenses, finding open teammates, and making the right decisions—making him a far tougher focal point. Tatum also snaps an early‑season three‑point slump, hitting 5‑of‑8 from deep, while Derrick White and Payton Pritchard improve their shooting. Boston improves to 2‑0 in NBA Cup play, proving Tatum’s playmaking may be the Celtics’ most reliable weapon.