In May 2021, Kyrie Irving decided to ruffle feathers by stomping on the Celtics logo. It's been all downhill for him against Boston ever since.
Bryan Murphy
Here is the latest on Porzingis' status for Wednesday's Game 3.
Gilbert McGregor
The Sporting News reached out to medical expert Dr. Michael S. George of the KSF Orthopaedic Center in Houston, who explained how a torn medial retinaculum and dislocated posterior tibialis tendon would impact Boston's big man.
Here's who would win the Finals MVP based on the first two games of the series.
Stephen Noh
Tune in as Sam Vecenie and Benyam Kidane break down all the news, storylines and betting odds from the NBA Finals.
NBA.com Staff
The Mavs will face a totally different Celtics team if Kristaps Porzingis is hampered by another leg injury in Game 3.
Jayson Tatum has helped the Celtics win the first two games of this series by doing everything else aside from scoring.
Despite staring down the barrel of a 2-0 series deficit, Kyrie Irving believes the Mavericks will avoid a sweep and return to Boston for Game 5. He made sure Celtics fans knew it, too.
David Suggs
TSN's Steph Noh shares the most important takeaways from Game 2 of the NBA Finals
Kristaps Porzingis played overseas before declaring for the NBA Draft. What is his nationality?
Kyle Irving
Kristaps Porzingis is a man of many nicknames, one of which was coined by Kevin Durant.
Porzingis was tied for the fourth-tallest player on an NBA roster for the 2023-24 season.
Jaylen Brown may have been a top-five pick in the 2016 NBA Draft but his game needed a lot of polishing to get to where he is now.
How the Celtics shut down Luka Doncic's playmaking and what the Mavs must do to adjust.
TSN's Steph Noh shares six observations on what happened in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.
Because of the long layoff, Porzingis was not present in the starting lineup, but that didn't stop him from having his usual impact and then some.
All you need to know about when the NBA Finals will pick up with Game 2 in Boston.
Dan Treacy
Here's a list of the biggest names at Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Finals between the Celtics and Mavericks.
What to know about Jayson Tatum's 2022 text to Kobe Bryant that honored the NBA legend.
Kyrie Irving's departure from Boston in 2019 upset Celtics fans. They are still holding a grudge against the team's former star guard.
Jacob Camenker
The Celtics have been awaiting the return of the big man, who has been sidelined since late April.
Edward Sutelan
Get to know Al Horford's family, including his father Tito who played in the NBA.
Brendan OSullivan
Even as the Celtics' star player, Jayson Tatum has never been shy to admit Lakers legend Kobe Bryant is his biggest idol and role model.
Everyone has seen the iconic image. Here's why it goes viral after Celtics playoff losses.
Get to know more about Al Horford's journey to becoming one of the oldest active players in the NBA.
Kyrie Irving didn't exactly leave the Celtics on good terms. Here's why.
When Kyrie Irving joined the Celtics in 2017, they hoped he would help them win an 18th NBA championship. Now, he stands between them doing so as one of the team's biggest rivals.
Al Horford has played 181 playoff games but he's still searching for his first championship ring.
Here is how two trades nearly a decade apart made the 2024 NBA Finals possible.
Everything you need to know about Boston's nickname origin.
The boomakers have Jayson Tatum and Luka Doncic as the early favourites for Finals MVP, but is there a sleeper pick among the pack to take out the award?
Benyam Kidane
Kristaps Porzingis has been sidelined since Game 4 of the first round but the Celtics star appears to be on the verge of a return.
Tune in as Sam Vecenie and Benyam Kidane break down all the news, storylines and betting odds as the NBA Finals get underway.
The Celtics made a blockbuster trade to acquire Kristaps Porzingis last offseason but they had to deal a fan-favorite player to make it happen.
The Celtics are entering the NBA Finals, but they're still dealing with the absence of Kristaps Porzingis.
Kristaps Porzingis has been sidelined with a calf strain since Game 4 of the first round. Will he be ready to go for the NBA Finals?
Kristaps Porzingis is going to be the biggest swing factor for the Celtics in the 2024 NBA Finals.
TSN's Steph Noh asked Grok several questions about what will happen in the NBA Finals.
TSN's Steph Noh breaks down everything you need to know heading into Celtics vs. Mavericks.
Jayson Tatum spoke on Kyrie Irving's tumultuous tenure in Boston ahead of their 2024 NBA Finals matchup.
TSN's Steph Noh ranks the top 12 players on the Celtics and Mavericks in the 2024 NBA Finals.
Here is everything you need to know about the Celtics vs Pacers Conference Finals series.
The Pacers led by as many as 18 points but let the Celtics hang around long enough for Boston to come back and steal Game 3 on the road.
Jaylen Brown and Bernice Burgos have long been linked with each other. Here's what we know about the alleged couple.
Celtics star Jayson Tatum can redefine his career with a championship this season. Here's what you need to know about his upbringing and close relationship with his mother.
The Sporting News dives into the stories behind each of Celtics star Jayson Tatum's countless tattoos.
Here's what you need to know about Sheeran's Celtics fandom.
Larry Bird might be a Celtics legend but he has had ties to the Pacers organization since 1992.
Sporting News tracked results and highlights from the 2024 Eastern Conference Finals. Follow for updates from Game 1 of Celtics vs. Pacers.
The Celtics remain Eastern Conference favorites, but they might be without Kristaps Porzingis for an extended period.
How old is Mazzulla? Here is more perspective on the age of Boston's head coach.
Jayson Tatum is rumored to be romantically involved with one of music's biggest names, English R&B star Ella Mai.
Jayson Tatum has played in more than 100 playoff games in his first seven NBA seasons. Despite this, he doesn't yet have a ring.
The Celtics and Pacers are set to face off in the Eastern Conference Finals. Which team will win?
Here is everything you need to know about the Celtics vs Cavaliers second round NBA playoff series.
Everything you need to know heading into Celtics vs. Cavs
Here is everything you need to know about the Celtics vs Heat 2024 NBA Playoffs first round series.
The Heat and Celtics are sick and tired of each other...and it's only Game 1.
Nick Brinkerhoff
Holiday agreed to a four-year contract extension ahead of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, one which puts him in the same company as LeBron James and Steph Curry.
It's not quite one of Barkley's signature guarantees. But the TNT analyst's declaration is a reminder that the pressure is on for Boston to win its first NBA title since 2008.
Seven years later, Paul Pierce and Draymond Green have made amends for their viral trash-talking moment.
D. Wade — no, not that one — helped the Cavaliers snap the Celtics' 11-game win streak in dramatic fashion.
Draymond Green shrugged off the 52-point drubbing, giving an interesting perspective on the game plan and how things got away from his team.
Jayson Tatum's pull-up 3 has vastly improved after making a slight tweak.
Here's how the Celtics have turned Kristaps Porzingis into the best post-up player in the NBA.
"I got to meet him and I was anxious," Tatum said, "so I got some juices flowing for the game right now."
Scott Rafferty
Jaylen Brown honored his 'little brother' Terrence Clarke during the Slam Dunk Contest.
What does this mean for Porzingis and the Celtics moving forward? Here is what we know about his injury.
NBA.com
It has become clear that LeBron James and Jayson Tatum understand what is at stake when their Lakers and Celtics face off.
What does this setback mean for Kristaps Porzingis and the Celtics moving forward? Here's what we know about his injury.
The Celtics' elimination in the In-Season Tournament showed the same problems resurfacing at the end of games. How much of an issue is it?
In the first-ever In-Season Tournament knockout game, Tyrese Haliburton proved why he is one of the most exciting young stars in the NBA. The Pacers floor general recorded his first-career triple-double to bounce the Celtics and advance to Las Vegas.
Kristaps Porzingis made his impact felt on both ends of the floor in his Celtics debut, leading Boston past the Knicks with 30 points and four blocks.
Did the Celtics give up too much in order to acquire the All-Star? Are the Trail Blazers rebuilding the correct way? Here's how each team grades out.
Here's everything you need to know about the deal that bolsters the Celtics' starting unit.
Paul Pierce has recently and frequently compared his career to Dwyane Wade's, with the Heat legend today sharing his response on the topic.
Take a closer look at the debate by comparing the stats and accolades of the two Hall of Famers, whose careers overlapped for 14 seasons.
Here's a closer look at how the stats stack up in the individual battle between Magic Johnson and Larry Bird.
Jordan Greer
The Sporting News' NBA staff put together six stories in honor of No. 6 Bill Russell, the greatest winner the NBA has ever seen.
Carlan Gay
Revered by multiple generations, Bill Russell's status as an iconic figure will forever be felt.
Let's go back to Game 6 of the 1963 NBA Finals. Bill Russell and the Celtics are on the cusp of winning their fifth straight championship. Will Russell get the job done?
Passages from Bill Russell's 1965 book "Go Up for Glory" reveal the type of man he was and how he dedicated his life to making the world less prejudiced.
Despite being the winningest player in NBA history, Bill Russell says his Olympic gold medal is his 'most prized possession'.
For Russell, defense was as much about breaking someone's confidence as blocking shots or grabbing boards.
Bill Russell's 11 NBA rings, two NCAA titles and one gold medal only begin to tell the story of the greatest winner in sports history.
Bill Russell's success as the NBA's first-ever Black head coach proved that he and those that followed, deserved to be in that spot. Over 50 years later, nearly half of the league's coaches are Black, signaling progress in the right direction.
Jaylen Brown signed a five-year, $304 million supermax contract with the Celtics on Tuesday, marking the biggest deal in NBA history.
The Celtics have signed Jaylen Brown to a supermax contract extension, giving the All-Star forward the most lucrative deal in NBA history.
The Mavericks have landed Grant Williams from the Celtics in a three-team sign-and-trade deal involving the Spurs.
Marcus Smart revealed that being traded was a shock to him for multiple reasons.
The Celtics wasted no time in locking up Kristaps Porzingis, signing the 27-year-old to a two-year, $60 million contract extension.
Which of Boston's players are the most important to retain? Here's what you need to know about the decisions the Celtics have to make this offseason.
Brad Stevens explained the decision that blindsided many Celtics fans — and Marcus Smart himself.
The Celtics were busy on draft night, pulling off a string of trades for future draft capital.
Looking at the fit of Kristaps Porzingis with the Celtics and what grade they should receive for the trade.
After the Celtics season came to an end, Brogdon said he was considering surgery on his elbow injury.
After spending the first nine years of his career in Boston, Marcus Smart, the Celtics' longest-tenured player is heading to Memphis in a deal that will see Kristaps Porzingis arrive in Boston.
The Celtics and Wizards agreed to a deal to send Kristaps Porzingis to Boston, but here's why they had to do so without the help of the Clippers.
Will the Heat defeating the Celtics cost Joe Mazzulla his job? Here's the latest on his status in Boston.
The Celtics forward injured his ankle on the first play of Game 7, and dealt with the injury for the remainder of the contest.
The Celtics had a shot at history, trying to overcome a 3-0 deficit, but came up well short to the Heat in Game 7
Joseph Corr
The trophy was introduced last year to honor the MVP of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Sam Jarden
In 2022, the NBA renamed the Eastern Conference Finals champion trophy after the legendary Bob Cousy.
The Celtics were blown out at home in Game 7 after batting back from a 3-0 deficit against the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Finals. What's next after the preseason title favorites came up short of expectations?
Mazzulla is in danger of getting eliminated by Butler — but not for the first time.
Zac Al-Khateeb
Derrick White was the hero in Game 6, winning it at the buzzer for the Celtics as they now look to book a trip to the NBA Finals for the second-straight season.
The Celtics are on the brink of making NBA history as the first team to ever overcome a 3-0 deficit in a playoff series and it's giving the entire city of Boston flashbacks.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Game 6 of Celtics vs. Heat. Check out all of the action you may have missed right here.
As the Celtics attempt to do the improbable, Tatum's history in elimination games is something they can lean on.
The Celtics nearly saw their 3-0 comeback hopes fall apart late in the fourth quarter. Derrick White swooped in with a buzzer-beating putback to save their season.
Brogdon has reportedly been dealing with a torn tendon in his right arm leading from his elbow to his forearm since Game 1.
The saying "make-or-miss league" has been around for a while, but it has become even more relevant in this year's playoffs.
Butler is predicting a win in Game 6 after back-to-back losses for Miami.
The Celtics are starting to swing the momentum in the Eastern Conference Finals, taking Games 4 and 5 to force a Game 6 in Miami.
The Boston crowd was hyped to see the Celtics force Game 6. They were even more hyped that McLovin was in the house at TD Garden.
The Sporting News was tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Game 5 of Celtics vs. Heat.
The Heat joined millions of fans in honoring the Queen of Rock and Roll, who passed away at the age of 83 on Wednesday.
Recent history shows that the Celtics' home-court advantage may actually not be much of an advantage.
According to The Athletic, Brogdon suffered the injury in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
The Sporting News was tracking all the key moments as the Celtics kept their season alive and forced a Game 5.
The two Boston stars warned Miami not to let them win Game 4. They did.
Both Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter were in the building for the Celtics' Game 4 win over the Heat, and Boston fans had some fun with it.
The Sporting News tracked updates from throughout Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Miami dominated Boston from start to finish in Game 3, rolling to a 128-102 win and taking a 3-0 series lead.
Butler was ready to fire back at Horford when the opportunity presented itself in Game 3.
Kevin Love went back to the locker room in the first quarter of Game 3 against the Celtics with an ankle injury.
Grant Williams knocked down a 3-pointer to give the Celtics a nine-point lead with just over six minutes remaining. But his trash talk to Jimmy Butler poked the bear, sparking Miami's fourth-quarter comeback.
The Sporting News was tracking live scoring updates, highlights and key moments from Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
TSN's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look at one particular example of how Butler carved up the Celtics in Game 1 before diving into the bigger picture.
The Sporting News tracked updates and highlights from Game 1 between the Celtics and Heat.
While the NBA world might be surprised by the Heat's march to the Conference Finals, Jimmy Butler told reporters after Game 1, this is exactly where he thought they'd be.
Jimmy Butler willed the Heat to a stunning Game 1 victory over the Celtics as the Heat have stolen home court advantage in the Eastern Conference Finals.
Jayson Tatum was gifted the ball by Celtics co-owner Wyc Grousbeck, but he thought it would mean more to Xavier Goncalves.
Those tuning into a Celtics game have noticed the team's "Unfinished Business" motto emblazoned on the side panels as well as shirts, hats and anything else the team can make a dollar off of.
Joe Rivera
The Celtics and Heat are set to face off for the sixth time in the NBA Playoffs.
The Heat's zone is a good change-of-pace look for them and allows them to hide weaker defenders. How effective can it be against the Celtics?
We break down Thursday's Eastern Conference Finals Game 1 matchup between the No. 8 seed Heat and No. 2 seed Celtics, providing an over/under prediction along with our favourite player prop.
Jovan Alford
Boston emerged victorious last year in a thrilling seven-game series against Miami, but the circumstances are much different this time around.
Widen the lens to add the full context of Embiid's quote and you'll recognize there's more to his words than what meets the eye.
Jayson Tatum set the record for most points in Game 7, scoring 51 to lead the Celtics past the 76ers.
The Sporting News is tracking live score updates from the decisive Game 7 between the Celtics and 76ers.
Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals between the No. 2 seed Celtics and No. 3 seed 76ers is coming with added drama.
Before these storied franchises go head-to-head in a Game 7 for a record-extending ninth time on Sunday, let's take a look at how the stars have performed when the series is on the line.
The Celtics will host the 76ers in a win-or-go-home Game 7 on Sunday. What you need to know going into the game including a prediction.
Jayson Tatum entered the fourth quarter with just three points on 1-for-13 shooting from the field. He went on to single-handedly outscore the entire 76ers team in the final frame to force a Game 7.
Celtics stakeholders were anxiously awaiting the reveal of the 2022-23 All-NBA Teams as the results potentially hold major implications for franchise cornerstone Jaylen Brown's future.
With the possibility that both the Warriors and Celtics could lose in the second round a year after facing off in the Finals, Colin Cowherd proposed a trade that he thinks would fix both teams.
The Celtics were routed by the 76ers at home in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals to fall down 3-2 in the series. This isn't unfamiliar territory as Boston faces the same deficit as it did during its 2022 NBA Finals run.
Jaylen Brown played without his mask during a game in the 2023 NBA Playoffs, but he's since brought it back.
The Celtics are considered the favorites to win the 2023 NBA championship, but they continue to stand in their own way.
Harden was coming off consecutive poor shooting games vs. Boston when Rivers sent him a gospel song ahead of a clutch Game 4 in Philadelphia.
Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla decided against calling a timeout after James Harden splashed a 3-pointer that gave the 76ers a one-point lead with 18.2 seconds left on the clock.
In Sunday's Game 4, James Harden was a hero in every sense of the word. And while he was playing to extend the series, he was also playing for something — and someone — much bigger.
During his postgame media availability, Rivers described the no-call as "awful," telling reporters that he was frustrated by the inconsistency down the stretch.
"I think players have to show up," Embiid said after Philadelphia's Game 3 loss. "I gotta do my job — other guys, everybody knows their role, they have to do their job. Players have to show up."
Celtics center Robert Williams suffered a forearm injury in the fourth quarter of Game 3.
How serious was Grant Williams' injury and what does it mean for the Celtics moving forward? Here's what we know about his status.
Harden made a promise to Hao, who was injured in the shooting at Michigan State earlier this year, that he would host him at a game as soon as he was well enough to attend.
James Harden followed up a 45-point performance in Game 1 with a 12-point dud in Game 2. The Celtics tweaked one part of their defensive coverage that contributed to that bad night.
With Jayson Tatum battling foul trouble, Malcolm Brogdon stepped up in the third quarter to power the Celtics to a Game 2 win in Boston.
Joel Embiid played through a sprained right LCL in Game 2 against the Celtics. After the loss, he spoke on how his knee felt in his first game back.
Marcus Smart suffered a chest contusion in Game 1 against the 76ers. Will he be available for the Celtics in Game 2?
There was one particular way James Harden got going against the Celtics in Game 1 that could bode well for Joel Embiid when he returns.
While Joel Embiid's status moving forward is unclear, James Harden is confident in his team's chances.
After the game, both Jayson Tatum and Malcolm Brogdon attempted to explain the thought process that led to a costly sequence.
James Harden tied a playoff career-high with 45 points (on 17-of-30 shooting), including a 3-pointer with 8.4 seconds would put the Sixers ahead for good as they escaped TD Garden with a 119-115 win.
The 76ers star suffered a right knee injury in Game 3 of his team's first-round series against the Nets.
Here is what those who know Joe Mazzulla best had to say about the unique man leading the Celtics.
The Sporting News previews the Eastern Conference Semifinals matchup between the Celtics and 76ers.
The Rockets have hired former Celtics head coach Ime Udoka. During his introductory press conference, he apologized for how his tenure ended in Boston.
While the majority of the 19,000-plus fans in attendance were left speechless, the sports world took to Twitter to share their amazement at Young's latest feat.
As the final buzzer sounded on Game 4, Hawks guard Dejounte Murray was seen confronting official Gediminas Petraitis. His actions have resulted in a suspension for Game 5.
Play had to be stopped during the first quarter due to pieces of confetti falling on the court.
"I didn't play my best today, and I know I will going forward," Young said after the Hawks' Game 2 loss against the Celtics.
We break down the first-round series between the No. 2 seed Celtics and No. 7 seed Hawks, providing our best bets and series prop bets for this Eastern Conference playoffs matchup.
The Hawks' Play-In Tournament win over the Heat sets up a first-round date with the No. 2 seed Celtics.
DeMar DeRozan suffered a right quad strain in Wednesday's game against the 76ers and did not return to the contest.
Robert Williams III suffered a left hamstring injury in the Celtics' loss to the Nets on March 3.
We break down Thursday's Celtics-Cavaliers matchup, providing our best bets for this pivotal showdown of Eastern Conference powerhouses.
Sloan Piva
Here is everything you need to know about Celtics vs. Cavaliers, including TV and streaming options for the game.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates from Celtics vs. 76ers on Saturday. Check out all of the highlights you may have missed right here.
Jayson Tatum set an All-Star Game record with 55 points, which earned him the Kobe Bryant All-Star Game MVP honor.
Ahead of this year's All-Star Game, let's take a look back at Russell's history in the annual event, starting with the 1958 contest.
Brown named a player who only earned two All-Star selections in his career but undoubtedly made an incredible impact on his way to the Hall of Fame.
Here's everything we know about Jaylen Brown's injury and the latest news on when he may return to the court.
The Lakers had a chance to win the game on the final play of regulation but a missed foul call on LeBron James allowed the Celtics to extend the contest into overtime, coming away with a victory over Los Angeles.
The all-time 3-point leader drained a ridiculous half-court shot at the halftime buzzer against the Celtics. His latest puts him in the history books.
Micah Adams
How long will the Celtics be without their All-Star swingman?
Since returning, Curry has averaged almost as many turnovers and fouls as assists while shooting just 31 percent from the 3-point line.
"He essentially gave somebody like myself an opportunity to live out my dream as well as people before me and all the kids after me," Jayson Tatum said of Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy.
Russell inspired Abdul-Jabbar to be the best version of himself on the court — and, more importantly, a better man and advocate for civil rights.
Yes, Ben Simmons recorded a season-high 13 assists. But the box score doesn't tell the whole story behind his performance against the Celtics.
TSN's Kyle Irving and Scott Rafferty discuss which one of Jayson Tatum and Luka Doncic will be better in five years.
Marcus Smart was tossed from the game after receiving his second technical foul of the night.
The Celtics-Nuggets matchup was delayed by 40 minutes as arena staff had to replace the rim after Robert Williams' dunk.
Mazzulla is set to miss his second game due to corneal abrasions in his eyes.
The night was mostly about Jayson Tatum, who finished with 41 points, including a 20-point third quarter. The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates from all of the action.
With five games of action spanning the entirety of the day, we have you covered with tip-off times and how to watch each NBA game on Christmas Day.
The Sporting News has you covered with everything you need to know about each Christmas Day matchup.
