Celtics assign Kristaps Porzingis to G-League as he nears return from ankle surgery

Kristaps Porzingis was assigned to Boston’s G-League affiliate for practice as the Celtics center nears his return from injury. Porzingis has reached his ‘next phase of recovery’ according to the Celtics and he was one of two players alongside Xavier Tillman to be sent to Maine for practice on Monday. Both players returned to Boston […]

Joe Lyons  •  19 Nov 2024
Celtics vs Cavaliers Preview: Can Boston hand Cleveland a first defeat?

The Boston Celtics can hand the Cleveland Cavaliers their first loss of the season when the Eastern Conference’s best records meet in the NBA Cup on Tuesday. Through the first 15 games of the new season, the Cavaliers are undefeated – 15 straight victories, with wins over the Knicks, Lakers, Magic, Bucks, Warriors and 76ers. […]

Joe Lyons  •  19 Nov 2024
Portland’s Robert Williams impresses again with 14/8 on 100% shooting vs Hawks

Portland Trail Blazers big man Robert Williams III looked impressive once again in Sunday’s win over the Atlanta Hawks. In just 25 minutes off the bench, the center recorded 16 points, eight rebounds and two assists with a plus-minus of +20 in a four-point win for Portland. Earlier this month, Williams made his seasonal debut […]

Joe Lyons  •  18 Nov 2024
L2M report reveals Celtics’ Jayson Tatum traveled on game-winner vs Raptors

The NBA’s Last Two Minute Report from Saturday’s Celtics vs Raptors game revealed Jayson Tatum traveled on the game-winning buzzer beater. Boston sent Toronto back to Canada in style with a dramatic 126-123 overtime victory at TD Garden – but Tatum’s miracle shot has attracted controversy since the L2M report was published. The report detailed […]

Joe Lyons  •  18 Nov 2024
NBA Trade Rumors: Nuggets, Celtics Interested In Lonnie Walker

Lonnie Walker is one of the most coveted free agents right now. After being signed to the Celtics roster before training camp, many thought he would assist with Boston’s already-strong depth. However, they released him before the regular season. As a result, Walker is overseas as of right now. However, a couple of title contenders […]

Mathew Huff  •  05 Nov 2024
Myles Turner likens Pacers teammate Bennedict Mathurin to Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant

Myles Turner likened Indiana Pacers teammate Bennedict Mathurin to Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant after a huge win over the Boston Celtics. The Pacers survived an almost catastrophic collapse at home to Boston on Wednesday, letting a 24-point third quarter lead slip as the Celtics forced overtime thanks to Jayson Tatum’s go-ahead three at the […]

Joe Lyons  •  31 Oct 2024
Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla calls for fighting to return in the NBA

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla has called for the NBA to allow a return to fighting amongst players. Mazzulla is well known across the league for his terrific one-liners, outside the box thought process and being a general basketball sicko, so it was no surprise to see him come out with something like this. […]

Joe Lyons  •  30 Oct 2024
Pacers vs Celtics Preview: Boston Favored In First ECF Rematch

The Boston Celtics visit the Indiana Pacers tonight in the first Eastern Conference Finals rematch of the season as the reigning champions look to remain unbeaten. Indiana began the season with a comfortable victory over the Detroit Pistons but it hasn’t been as smooth since, falling to three straight defeats to the New York Knicks, […]

Joe Lyons  •  30 Oct 2024
Celtics’ Payton Pritchard ties franchise record with 8 threes off bench vs Bucks

Celtics guard Payton Pritchard tied the franchise record with eight threes off the bench in Boston’s win over the Milwaukee Bucks. Pritchard is developing into one of the NBA’s best role players and the point guard out of Oregon is blossoming beautifully as each season goes by. Famous for his long-range heaves at the buzzer, […]

Joe Lyons  •  29 Oct 2024