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The last time a Celtics MVP candidate joined forces with LeBron, it was a disaster
No one's saying history will repeat itself almost a decade later, but LeBron James hasn't always fit in with Boston Celtics alumni over the years. The last time he teamed up with a Celtics MVP candidate like Jaylen Brown, it backfired.
The Maine Celtics are going to be a wagon this season
Baylor Scheierman, Neemias Queta, and Jordan Walsh nearly helped the Maine Celtics win their first championship in 2024. This year's team could finish the mission.
Paul George’s spot in new NBA rankings is flat-out absurd
ESPN ranked Paul George at No. 67 for the 2026-27 season. Here is why placing him behind players like Brandon Ingram and Domantas Sabonis makes zero sense.
ESPN thinks Celtics only have one top-45 player and shows no respect for Jayson Tatum
From Jayson Tatum's low ranking to major roster snubs, ESPN’s latest NBA top 100 player list leaves plenty to be desired for Celtics fans.
The Celtics are repeating history after trading Jaylen Brown
Asking other Boston Celtics to step up after they lost a star? Sounds like a task Boston once asked Jaylen Brown to do way back when! Times have changed, but that doesn't mean the challenge ahead isn't a familiar one.
Why Draymond Green's Jayson Tatum comparison is completely off base
Draymond Green compared Jayson Tatum to Jalen Hurts, but putting the Celtics star in that category is wildly disrespectful to his actual NBA standing.
Mitchell Robinson on Celtics-Knicks rivalry flip: 'What did I get myself into?'
Mitchell Robinson opens up about leaving the Knicks for the Celtics and returning to MSG as a rival. It's a move Jalen Brunson addressed as well.
Can Hayden Gray beat out Devin Carter & Milos Uzan for Celtics' final two-way spot?
The Celtics recently signed Hayden Gray. After ending last season with the Jazz, will his second stint with the organization lead to a two-way roster spot?
Marcus Smart disparaging Lakers should win Celtics fans' hearts again
Marcus Smart won over the Boston Celtics fanbase for years with his play, but he fired some parting shots at the Los Angeles Lakers after leaving them for the Houston Rockets, thus strengthening the love from the fanbase.
Celtics fans expecting a Paul George follow-up trade could be mistaken
Despite speculation from national media, the Boston Celtics may not flip Paul George for another superstar. Here is why Brad Stevens could prioritize depth over another max contract.
Joe Mazzulla being "giddy" about infamous Game 7 lineup is his gift and curse
Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla admitted to being "giddy" over his infamous Game 7 starting lineup against the 76ers, highlighting the fine line between his coaching genius and madness.
Knicks may be headed for Jaylen Brown situation with Karl-Anthony Towns
Karl-Anthony Towns is entering the season without an extension. The defending champion Knicks are walking right into the exact dilemma Boston avoided.
Bill Simmons just gave everyone reason to believe in Celtics' chances
While the Boston Celtics' aspirations are still strong, there isn't as much faith in them as there used to be, but Bill Simmons' latest bomb may change that. The development of two of their younger players could turn the tide.
Celtics quietly make smart upside move by bringing back Hayden Gray
Boston adds former UC San Diego shooter Hayden Gray to a training camp deal, following a strategy that recently paid off for the Knicks.
Michael Jordan handed Joe Mazzulla the ultimate advice for keeping the Celtics hungry
During a summer spent studying legends like Phil Jackson and Michael Jordan, Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla received a powerful lesson on sustained success.
Marcus Smart gets to do something with Rockets he never got to do with Celtics
For all the opportunities the Boston Celtics provided for Marcus Smart, they never granted him this, although they definitely tried! Now, a Celtics what-if gets to play in real time in Houston!
Celtics keep being proven right about Anton Watson after latest Lakers move
The Lakers had Anton Watson in their organization last season. They had two-way openings this summer. What they've done with the former Celtic instead speaks volumes.
Celtics should take low-risk flier on record-setting Ryan Nembhard
After being waived following a multi-team trade, 23-year-old playmaker Ryan Nembhard gives Brad Stevens a zero-risk target for Celtics training camp.
Jayson Tatum's playoff on/off numbers point to another Celtics championship run
Despite recent playoff exits, Jayson Tatum's elite on/off rating proves Boston's core is championship-ready if they can solve one crucial problem.
Two contradictory Jaylen Brown narratives can actually both be true post-trade
It can be simultaneously true that the Boston Celtics made the right decision without disparaging Jaylen Brown as a player. This wasn't a case of anyone being wrong, but rather that a split was necessary for both sides.
Celtics shouldn't entertain Luka Garza trade after Hawks take hit at center
The Hawks reportedly lost center Henri Veesar to a season-ending knee injury. They should call the Celtics about Luka Garza. Boston should say no.
Zach Randolph hints the Celtics may have to deal with Russell Westbrook after all
On the Out The Mud Podcast, Zach Randolph shared that after running into Russell Westbrook's brother, he wonders if this is a temporary retirement.
NBA media is finally realizing how dangerous the Celtics actually are
While critics dismissed Boston after the offseason, The Ringer's latest rankings give the Celtics the legitimate championship respect they deserve.
Nicolas Batum played a hand in the Celtics' fate in the 2020s
It's a minor detail, but it's indisputable that Nicolas Batum's name factored into how the Boston Celtics have turned out the way they are! He didn't mean to be, but he was!
Bleacher Report’s wild Celtics hot take is actually dead accurate
Bleacher Report claimed the Celtics won't miss Jaylen Brown as much as expected. Here's why that hot take is starting to look like reality for Boston.
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