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Celtics’ season now a referendum on Joe Mazzulla: One down, 15 to go. After a 64-win season and a blowout of the Miami Heat in Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Playoffs ...
bostonherald.com/2024/04/23/celtics-season-now-a-referendum-on-joe-mazzulla/
Jrue Holiday explains ‘easy decision’ to sign extension with Celtics: Jrue Holiday explains 'easy decision' to sign extension with Celtics
bostonherald.com/2024/04/11/jrue-holiday-explains-easy-decision-to-sign-extension-with-celtics/
Quick Glance: Celtics Extend Contract with Jrue Holiday for $135 Million over 4 Years: Sources
- The Celtics reached an agreement on Wednesday with guard Jrue Holiday for a four-year, $135 million contract extension, as confirmed by league sources. The news of the deal was initially reported by ESPN. Holiday was part of the trade last offseason where the Bucks traded him to the Celtics in exchange for players and two first-round picks. Prior to that, the Blazers acquired Holiday in a three-team deal involving player exchanges. Holiday, aged 33, boasts a two-time NBA All-Star and three-time NBA All-Defensive First Team accolades. He clinched an NBA championship with the Bucks in 2021. Throughout the 2023-24 season, Holiday is averaging 12.5 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game.
- Once again, the Celtics successfully negotiated a significant offseason addition into accepting a reduction in salary for an extension. Al Horford agreed to a two-year, $60 million extension following his trade to Boston in the summer, and now Holiday will forego his $37.4 million player option to kickstart an extension beginning at approximately $30 million annually. This extension provides Holiday with security well into his late 30s, while also retaining a player option post the potential salary spike from the next TV deal. Holiday promptly assumed the role of the team's defensive leader upon arriving in Boston. His adaptability and leadership in coordinating the team's defensive schemes contributed to Boston achieving the league's second-best defensive rating.
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Brad Stevens knows Celtics’ season doesn’t guarantee playoff success. But there’s reason for hope
theathletic.com/5420187/2024/04/16/celtics-playoffs-jrue-holiday-brad-stevens/
Jrue Holiday’s Season of Change: Being traded is a rattling experience. But this summer’s blockbuster paled in comparison to a previous newsbreak in Holiday’s ...
theringer.com/nba/2024/4/3/24119473/jrue-holiday-boston-celtics-trade
A night of high school basketball with Brad Stevens: The Celtics president of basketball operations took great pleasure in dropping his executive role and ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/03/07/sports/brad-stevens-son-celtics/
"They put their foot on the gas and never let up. You gotta give Joe Mazzulla, Brad Stevens and that coaching staff a lot of credit ... Show more
How Brad Stevens took advantage of Sixers’ dilemma to complete Celtics roster: The 76ers are in a tough spot, which set Brad Stevens' front office up to take ...
theathletic.com/5264820/2024/02/10/brad-stevens-sixers-celtics-roster/
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Alex Barlow learned under Brad Stevens, returns to Butler as Dawgs' offensive 'mastermind'
indystar.com/story/sports/college/butler/2024/03/05/alex-barlow-back-with-butler-basketball-with-brad-stevens-lessons-assistant-coach-staff-celtics/72790583007/
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Latest Celtics Trade Rumors Point to Interest in Potential Frontcourt Talent: The Boston Celtics are being linked to several noteworthy names as the NBA trade ...
si.com/nba/2024/02/05/boston-celtics-trade-rumors-andre-drummond-kelly-olynyk-latest-updates-news
Celtics trade deadline preview: After Xavier Tillman deal, what’s next?: The Celtics already made a notable trade heading into deadline day, but they still could ...
theathletic.com/5259258/2024/02/08/celtics-trade-deadline-preview-after-xavier-tillman-deal-whats-next/
Paid articlePaid Celtics acquire 76ers’ Jaden Springer in deadline day move for wing depth: Celtics acquire 76ers' Jaden Springer on NBA trade deadline day
bostonherald.com/2024/02/08/celtics-acquire-76ers-jaden-springer-in-deadline-day-move-for-wing-depth/
NBA trade deadline: Celtics might make a move, but it won't be big: Coach Joe Mazzulla has said he likes his roster and wouldn't want to disrupt the chemistry or ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/02/07/sports/nba-trade-deadline-celtics/
Joe Mazzulla ‘very comfortable’ with Celtics’ roster as NBA trade deadline approaches
bostonherald.com/2024/02/06/joe-mazzulla-very-comfortable-with-celtics-roster-as-nba-trade-deadline-approaches/
The 'risky' move that unlocked Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics - ESPN: It was the boldest of deals -- trading away a franchise icon for a relative unknown ...
espn.com/nba/story/_/id/39433066/the-risky-move-unlocked-jayson-tatum-boston-celtics
Quick Glance: Critical Move for Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics
- Boston overcomes 3-0 deficit against Miami Heat, but loses Game 7.
- No plans to trade Marcus Smart before the playoff drama unfolded.
- Boston struggles against Miami's defense and hot 3-point shooting.
- Necessity of acquiring a threatening big man to support Smart.
Joe Mazzulla expresses trust in Oshae Brissett as Celtics target big wing: Joe Mazzulla expresses trust in Oshae Brissett as Celtics target big wing
bostonherald.com/2024/01/30/joe-mazzulla-expresses-trust-in-oshae-brissett-as-celtics-target-big-wing/
Brad Stevens shouldn't add to the Celtics at the trade deadline: This team likes playing together. The players bring out the best in each other. The pieces fit ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/01/18/sports/celtics-trade-deadline-brad-stevens/
The contrived vilification of Malika Andrews has reached a tipping point: Dez Bryant is the latest idiot to attack the ESPN anchor for supposedly hating Black ...
deadspin.com/malika-andrews-dez-bryant-espn-josh-giddey-1851055610
Two years after trade, Brad Stevens not surprised by Derrick White’s rise with Celtics
bostonherald.com/2024/01/05/two-years-after-trade-brad-stevens-not-surprised-by-derrick-whites-rise-with-celtics/
Here's how Brad Stevens plans to improve the Celtics ahead of the NBA trade deadline
bostonglobe.com/2024/01/06/sports/sunday-basketball-notes/
Brad Stevens likes his Celtics, but he’s on the lookout to get better: The Celtics have more depth than in recent years but have limited options to add because ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/01/04/sports/brad-stevens-likes-his-celtics-hes-always-lookout-get-better/
Scottish entrepreneur Brad Stevens to open four Pizza Punks: A Scottish entrepreneur is to open four new restaurants as part of a major expansion push.
heraldscotland.com/news/23964767.scottish-entrepreneur-brad-stevens-open-four-pizza-punks/
Butler athletic director Barry Collier, architect of Butler Way, to retire in April
indystar.com/story/sports/college/butler/2023/11/08/butler-university-barry-collier-architect-of-butler-way-to-retire-in-april-athletic-director/71501773007/
Brad Stevens’ basketball journey was shaped by late Bob Knight: ‘He was bigger than life’
bostonherald.com/2023/11/03/brad-stevens-basketball-journey-was-shaped-by-bob-knight-he-was-bigger-than-life/
Quick Glance: Basketball Legend Bob Knight Passes Away at 83
- Under his leadership, Indiana reached elite status in men's college basketball and became the most consistently successful program in the Big Ten.
- He led IU to national championships in 1976, 1981, and 1987.
- It appeared that Knight was choking former Indiana basketball player Neil Reed.
- Indiana fans and students protested on campus for several days.
Blake Griffin Considering Retirement Despite Celtics Interest, Brad Stevens Says: NBA veteran Blake Griffin is still mulling his options ahead of the 2023-24 ...
bleacherreport.com/articles/10091608-blake-griffin-considering-retirement-despite-celtics-interest-brad-stevens-says
Dan Shaughnessy: A Q&A with Celtics boss Brad Stevens on even of new season: Very big things are expected of the Celtics this season. The president of basketball ...
bostonglobe.com/2023/10/24/sports/celtics-brad-stevens-season-preview/
Celtics president Brad Stevens on Blake Griffin's future with the team: Stevens this past week answered questions from fans, going into detail about a couple of ...
bostonglobe.com/2023/09/30/sports/sunday-basketball-notes/
How Jrue Holiday’s arrival is already giving Celtics championship vibes: How Jrue Holiday's arrival is already giving Celtics championship vibes
bostonherald.com/2023/10/04/how-jrue-holidays-arrival-is-already-giving-celtics-championship-vibes/
Celtics show clear commitment, urgency to win championship with trade for Jrue Holiday
bostonherald.com/2023/10/02/celtics-show-clear-commitment-urgency-to-win-championship-with-trade-for-jrue-holiday/
How Celtics view championship window after Jrue Holiday trade: How Celtics view championship window after Jrue Holiday trade
bostonherald.com/2023/10/05/how-celtics-view-championship-window-after-jrue-holiday-trade/
Gallery: Celtics introduce Jrue Holiday: Visit the post for more.
bostonherald.com/2023/10/04/celtics-introduce-jrue-holiday/
OBF: Celtics in position to own Boston with less talk, 18th banner: Brad Stevens made it clear during Media Day on Monday that the Celtics are in it to win it – ...
bostonherald.com/2023/10/04/obf-celtics-in-position-to-own-boston-with-less-talk-18th-banner/
Celtics bid farewell to beloved Robert Williams: ‘It was really hard’: Celtics bid farewell to beloved Robert Williams: 'It was really hard'
bostonherald.com/2023/10/02/celtics-bid-farewell-to-beloved-robert-williams-it-was-really-hard/
Brad Stevens’ soccer investment, Malcolm Brogdon’s status, and other Celtics nuggets
bostonglobe.com/2023/09/21/sports/brad-stevenss-soccer-investment-malcolm-brogdons-status-other-celtics-nuggets/
Double bigs forever: Expect to see a lot of Al Horford, Robert Williams, and Kristaps Porzingis playing together next season.
celticsblog.com/2023/9/10/23853286/double-bigs-forever-boston-celtics-al-horford-robert-williams-kristaps-porzingis
It makes sense to keep the 15th roster spot open heading into training camp: Brad Stevens wants the Celtics to retain some flexibility, just like he did last ...
celticsblog.com/2023/9/9/23864268/boston-celtics-it-makes-sense-to-keep-the-15th-roster-spot-open-nba-offseason-brad-stevens
How James Harden’s standoff with Daryl Morey impacts Celtics’ problems at hand: James Harden called out his GM in a way rarely seen before. But like Daryl Morey ...
theathletic.com/4776436/2023/08/15/how-james-hardens-standoff-with-daryl-morey-impacts-celtics-problems-at-hand/
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: NBA Launches Inquiry into James Harden's Situation
- The NBA has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden publicly admonishing the franchise's President of Basketball Operations, Daryl Morey.
- However, privately, Harden has indicated that his public comments calling Morey a 'liar' on Monday morning were merely a response to Morey ending trade discussions with the expectation that Harden would start the season with the Sixers.
- The Sixers informed Harden that they had not found a suitable trade with his preferred destination, the LA Clippers, and expected him to report to the team's training camp in September - something Harden plans to do, according to sources.
- Despite public speculation, Harden has not made any allegations of a prior verbal agreement with the Sixers regarding a future contract.
Jaylen Brown expected to sign biggest contract in NBA history worth up to $304 million, $70 million on final year alone
hoopshype.com/2023/07/14/jaylen-brown-expected-to-sign-biggest-contract-in-nba-history-worth-up-to-304-million-70-million-on-final-year-alone/
Quick Glance: Update on Contract Talks with Jaylen Brown
- Despite trade rumors and potential blockbuster deals, the Boston Celtics are focused on keeping Jaylen Brown.
- A deal with Boston would likely be the best offer for Brown, aside from a few rebuilding teams.
- Celtics president Brad Stevens expressed optimism about Brown's contract.
- All signs point to the Celtics reaching a long-term deal with Brown soon.
Once a Midwest mecca for AAU basketball, Spiece Fieldhouse has a new future: Pickleball.
indystar.com/story/sports/high-school/2023/07/28/fort-wayne-spiece-fieldhouse-changing-basketball-for-pickleball-courts-indiana/70474518007/
Paid articlePaid Exclusive: Wyc Grousbeck talks Joe Mazzulla's future, roster changes: The Globe’s Adam Himmelsbach sat down with Grousbeck for a wide-ranging interview.
bostonglobe.com/2023/08/07/sports/wyc-grousbeck-celtics-interview/
Brad Stevens: Marcus Smart departs Celtics with ‘greatest legacy you can leave’: Brad Stevens: Marcus Smart departs Celtics with 'greatest legacy you can ...
bostonherald.com/2023/06/23/brad-stevens-marcus-smart-departs-celtics-with-greatest-legacy-you-can-leave/
Quick Glance: Brad Stevens praises Marcus Smart as valuable contribution to Celtics
- Brad Stevens had to make a tough decision and call Marcus Smart.
- Smart was invaluable to the Celtics and will be missed.
- Smart was the Celtics' first big player as they began a new era.
- Stevens is grateful for the time he got to spend with Smart.
Trade kickers, player option on fifth year among issues to work out for Jaylen Brown super-max extension
hoopshype.com/2023/07/20/trade-kickers-player-option-on-fifth-year-among-issues-to-work-out-for-jaylen-brown-super-max-extension/
From Jordan Walsh’s emergence to Joe Mazzulla’s fight night, here are 11 leftover Celtics Summer League nuggets
bostonglobe.com/2023/07/16/sports/jordan-walshs-emergence-joe-mazzullas-fight-night-here-are-11-leftover-celtics-summer-league-nuggets/
Kristaps Porzingis ‘extremely happy’ to join the Celtics: “That fire that I got from that idea is going to gas me up for the rest of the summer and my time here ...
celticsblog.com/2023/6/29/23779123/kristaps-porzingis-introductory-press-conference-boston-celtics-brad-stevens-joe-mazzulla
NBA: Porzingis excited to join Celtics as Boston continues to retool this offseason
sports.inquirer.net/516718/nba-porzingis-excited-to-join-celtics-as-boston-continues-to-retool-this-offseason
Quick Glance: Porzingis and Celtics Reach Contract Extension
- Celtics and Kristaps Porzingis are finalizing a two-year, $60 million contract extension that would keep the 7-foot-3 player in Boston until the 2025-26 season.
- If the Celtics also agree to a supermax contract extension with Jaylen Brown - as expected - they would commit over $100 million to Tatum, Brown, and Porzingis in 2024-25.
- After Porzingis had his best season in 2022-23, it could benefit the Celtics to reach an agreement now instead of waiting until after next season, when he could demand more money in unrestricted free agency if he has another strong season.
Brad Stevens: Celtics have ‘green light’ to spend as NBA free agency begins: Brad Stevens: Celtics have 'green light' to spend as NBA free agency ...
bostonherald.com/2023/06/30/brad-stevens-celtics-have-green-light-to-spend-as-nba-free-agency-begins/
Quick Glance: Brad Stevens: Celtics Allowed to Spend in NBA Free Agency
- Grant Williams' restricted free agency looms, but a return seems unlikely given Boston's needs and his price tag.
- The Celtics reportedly made a one-year, $8.5 million qualifying offer to Williams to secure his restricted free agency.
- Even with limitations, Boston will continue to spend responsibly as they fill out their roster.
- Brad Stevens emphasizes the importance of building a cohesive team with the ultimate goal of winning it all.
Brad Stevens shows boldness in dealing Marcus Smart, and other thoughts from stunning Celtics trade
bostonherald.com/2023/06/22/brad-stevens-shows-boldness-in-dealing-marcus-smart-and-other-thoughts-from-stunning-celtics-trade/
Quick Glance: Porzingis and Brogdon Trade?
- Boston benefits from Porzingis for Brogdon and Gallo trade.
- Phoenix was the team I hoped Washington would trade Porzingis to.
- Porzingis experience in Washington was mostly positive.
- Acquiring Porzingis could mean the end of Grant Williams’s time in Boston according to sources.
Celtics have more options, balance with addition of Kristaps Porzingis: ‘He brings a lot to our team’
bostonherald.com/2023/06/23/celtics-have-more-options-balance-with-addition-of-kristaps-porzingis-he-brings-a-lot-to-our-team/
Celtics draft Arkansas wing Jordan Walsh with No. 38 pick, stockpile future second-rounders
bostonherald.com/2023/06/23/celtics-draft-arkansas-wing-jordan-walsh-with-no-38-pick-stockpile-future-second-rounders/
Will Brad Stevens's time with the Celtics be defined by this Porzingis-Smart trade?
Brian Barrett reacts to the trade news on www.facebook.com/hashtag/Ofhttps:/www.facebook.com/fdsportsbook cast ... Show more
Celtics' Joe Mazzulla Will Return as HC After Game 7 Loss to Heat, Brad Stevens Says
bleacherreport.com/articles/10077074-celtics-joe-mazzulla-will-return-as-hc-after-game-7-loss-to-heat-brad-stevens-says
Brad Stevens views Jaylen Brown in Celtics’ future as extension talks loom: ‘He’s a big part of us’
bostonherald.com/2023/06/01/brad-stevens-views-jaylen-brown-in-celtics-future-as-extension-talks-loom-hes-a-big-part-of-us/
Is Sam Cassell the heir apparent in Boston?: Next season, Cassell will be the most senior coach on Joe Mazzulla's staff
deadspin.com/is-celtics-coach-sam-cassell-the-heir-apparent-in-bosto-1850508126
Four key questions facing Brad Stevens, Celtics as big offseason begins: Four key questions facing Brad Stevens, Celtics as big offseason begins
bostonherald.com/2023/06/03/four-key-questions-facing-brad-stevens-celtics-as-big-offseason-begins/
Jayson Tatum becomes first player in Celtics history to break 30-point scoring average in single season
bostonherald.com/2023/04/09/jayson-tatum-becomes-first-player-in-celtics-history-to-break-30-point-scoring-average-in-single-season/
Brad Stevens says Jaylen Brown deserves All-NBA recognition this season: If the Celtics forward is so honored, he will be eligible for a super-max extension ...
bostonglobe.com/2023/04/11/sports/brad-stevens-says-jaylen-brown-deserves-all-nba-recognition-this-season/
Joe Mazzulla has Celtics’ trust as he approaches his first postseason as a head coach
bostonherald.com/2023/04/10/joe-mazzulla-has-celtics-trust-as-he-approaches-his-first-postseason-as-a-head-coach/
Celtics’ Brad Stevens endorses Jaylen Brown for All-NBA team: Celtics' Brad Stevens endorses Jaylen Brown for All-NBA team
bostonherald.com/2023/04/09/celtics-brad-stevens-endorses-jaylen-brown-for-all-nba-team/
These are your Boston Celtics: It’s March. Embrace the madness.
celticsblog.com/2023/3/20/23647837/these-are-your-boston-celtics-joe-mazzulla-brad-stevens-jayson-tatum-jaylen-brown-marcus-smart
Jaylen Brown, once mired in Kevin Durant trade rumors, wants answers. Here's what we know.
usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/2023/03/21/celtics-jaylen-brown-long-term-future-boston-dont-know/11515719002/
NBA: Surgery unlikely for Brown after facial fracture: The Boston Celtics are hopeful Jaylen Brown will not need surgery after suffering a facial fracture ...
news.abs-cbn.com/sports/02/11/23/nba-surgery-unlikely-for-brown-after-facial-fracture
Brad Stevens says Celtics have things to ‘clean up’, and other thoughts: The Celtics went 5-5 in their first 10 games after the All-Star break — far off their ...
bostonglobe.com/2023/03/17/sports/brad-stevens-celtics/
NBA trade deadline: Five players Brad Stevens and the Celtics could target to help push for a title
bostonglobe.com/2023/02/04/sports/nba-trade-deadline-five-players-brad-stevens-celtics-could-target-help-push-title/
Boston Celtics trade intel three weeks from the trade deadline: Boston is facing a couple of deadlines over the next few weeks
celticsblog.com/2023/1/18/23560508/boston-celtics-trade-intel-three-weeks-from-the-trade-deadline
The Celtics have work left to do, but really, there are no excuses for them right now
bostonglobe.com/2023/02/21/sports/celtics-have-work-left-do-really-there-are-no-excuses-them-right-now/
Jaylen Brown reveals what Brad Stevens told him about trade rumors: Jaylen Brown’s name has consistently popped up in trade rumors for years ...
yardbarker.com/nba/articles/jaylen_brown_reveals_what_brad_stevens_told_him_about_trade_rumors/s1_127_38489359
Will the Celtics dive into the buyout market?: Most veterans who have been disregarded by their former teams are not looking to sit on the bench for their new ...
bostonglobe.com/2023/02/12/sports/brad-stevenss-work-cut-out-deciding-if-celtics-should-add-roster-buyout-market/
Celtics notebook: Brad Stevens aims to strike a balance in managing Jayson Tatum’s workload
bostonherald.com/2023/02/11/celtics-notebook-brad-stevens-aims-to-strike-a-balance-in-managing-jayson-tatums-workload/
NBA trade deadline: Will Celtics make a move?: NBA trade deadline: Will Celtics make a move?
bostonherald.com/2023/02/08/nba-trade-deadline-will-celtics-make-a-move/
With an eye toward June, here are five thoughts on the state of the Celtics: Jayson Tatum is a legitimate MVP candidate, but it's not as if this is a team with ...
bostonglobe.com/2023/01/31/sports/with-an-eye-toward-june-here-are-five-thoughts-state-celtics/
With a manageable schedule over the next five weeks, the Celtics will learn if they need to shop for Robert Williams insurance
bostonglobe.com/2023/01/15/sports/with-manageable-schedule-over-next-five-weeks-celtics-will-learn-if-they-need-shop-robert-williams-insurance/
Brad Stevens sifts through state of Celtics, potential trade deadline moves: ‘We want to win’
bostonherald.com/2022/12/23/brad-stevens-sifts-through-state-of-celtics-potential-trade-deadline-moves-we-want-to-win/
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