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• Breaking down Kemba Walker’s total NBA salary from his career
Kemba Walker will have earned $198,990,001 in NBA money once his current contract with the Boston Celtics expires in the summer of 2023, per Spotrac. Back in 2011, the Charlotte Bobcats (who are now the Charlotte Hornets) drafted Walker with the ninth overall pick in the 2011 draft. Kemba made $1,896,550 during his rookie season […] The post Breaking down Kemba Walker’s total NBA salary from...2020
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• What Celtics’ Jayson Tatum learned from Kawhi Leonard, Paul George to help him take the leap
Jayson Tatum took a major leap in his play after taking a step back from an impressive rookie season in his second year in the league. The Boston Celtics prized forward took a page out of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George after he had gone from a deadly 3-point sniper (43% in his rookie season) […] The post What Celtics’ Jayson Tatum learned from Kawhi Leonard, Paul George to help him take...2020
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• Enes Kanter goes hard to troll James Harden
Boston Celtics big man Enes Kanter wasted no time getting into the TikTok frenzy. Among his first victims is James Harden, whom he trolled viciously with a quick video, noting the differences between Giannis Antetokounmpo and the 2018 MVP. @eneskanter11 Hahaha 😂 trueeeee @maxmullen_ ♬ original sound – eneskanter11 Oof… There’s something about Kanter drawing […] The post En...2020
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• How the Celtics tried to team Michael Jordan up with Dominique Wilkins in 1994
The Boston Celtics of the ’90s were still reeling from Larry Bird’s retirement and the end of an era in 1992. Following Michael Jordan retiring in 1994, then-general manager M.L. Carr saw a window of opportunity, hoping to lure the former MVP out of retirement and pair him with Dominique Wilkins, his former Slam Dunk […] The post How the Celtics tried to team Michael Jordan up wi...2020
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• Celtics star Jaylen Brown’s 78-year-old grandfather acting as trainer during quarantine
Boston Celtics stud Jaylen Brown has found a unique way to keep in shape while stuck in quarantine like the rest of us. Brown has employed the services of his 78-year-old grandfather to serve as his trainer for the past couple of months. Brown’s grandfather, Willie Brown, is no ordinary trainer. He was sort of […] The post Celtics star Jaylen Brown’s 78-year-old grandfather actin...2020
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• Celtics’ Paul Pierce reveals why he was ‘scared to death’ when he had to guard Allen Iverson
Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce was a fairly good defender during his prime. However, even The Truth was “scared to death” when Allen Iverson was across from him. During a recent appearance on ESPN’s The Jump, Pierce spoke about the challenge of guarding Iverson when the Celtics and Sixers used to play each other back […] The post Celtics’ Paul Pierce reveals why he...2020
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• Celtics coach Brad Stevens wants players staying one week away from game shape
Here’s Boston.com with an update from Boston Celticvs head coach Brad Stevens: As the NBA’s hiatus continues due to coronavirus, Brad Stevens and the Celtics are just waiting for their numbers to be called. The coach of the Celtics, appearing Monday on Kentucky coach John Calipari‘s “Coffee with Cal” show, said he’s encouraging his players … Continue reading "Celtics coach Brad Stevens...2020
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• Every Boston Celtics Trade Deadline Move Ever
The NBA trade deadline is one of the most pivotal moments of the entire season. It offers teams the chance to completely rearrange their entire roster if they so desire. Over the years, the Boston Celtics have been no stranger to making deals at the deadline. Some of those moves have benefited the team greatly […] The post Every Boston Celtics Trade Deadline Move Ever appeared first on Clutc...2020
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• Jaylen Brown unveils Billy Donovan’s unfiltered NBA warning when he was 17
Boston Celtics wing Jaylen Brown was in the midst of a breakout season before the NBA season was postponed last March. The former No. 3 overall pick was scoring a career-high 20.4 points while also grabbing 6.4 rebounds per game and shooting an efficient 49.0 percent from the field and 38.1 percent from deep. Brown […] The post Jaylen Brown unveils Billy Donovan’s unfiltered NBA warnin...2020
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![Danny Ainge: Celtics would’ve drafted Jayson Tatum even without workout]()
• Danny Ainge: Celtics would’ve drafted Jayson Tatum even without workoutTeams, not players, control the draft....2020
What Celtics injury and suspension
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• Kemba Walker reveals Celtics’ main advantage over opponents
The NBA season is still up in the air due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, that doesn’t mean teams are not preparing for the possible resumption of the season. Prior to the suspension of the season, the Boston Celtics were among the top teams in the Eastern Conference. All-Stars Kemba Walker and Jayson Tatum were […] The post Kemba Walker reveals Celtics’ main advantage over op...2020
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• One trade the Boston Celtics need to make in the offseason
With Kemba Walker, Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Gordon Hayward leading the way, the Boston Celtics experienced some sort of revival in the 2019-20 season. Far from the dysfunctional and messy 2018-19 campaign, the Celtics were actually legitimate title contenders before the season was suspended due to COVID-19. Unfortunately, with the future of the NBA […] The post One trade the Boston Ce...2020
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• Celtics' Jayson Tatum says he hasn't touched a basketball since NBA suspended season
The rising star blamed Boston's weather for his inability to shoot at home...2020
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• Kemba Walker won't know how knee will respond to live competition
Kemba Walker‘s left knee is feeling better, but the Celtics guard won’t know how it’s going to respond to competition until he gets to test it against someone, writes A. Sherrod Blakely of NBC Sports Boston. Walker has gotten plenty of time to rest since the league shut down three weeks ago. “The knee is doing well,” he said. “It’s difficult because I don’t have anyone around to give me treatments...2020
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• Celts' Smart donating blood for COVID-19 study
Celtics guard Marcus Smart confirmed through his agent Tuesday that he is planning to donate his blood so it can be studied for an experimental treatment for COVID-19....2020
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• Coronavirus: NBA players who overcame COVID-19 will donate blood for an experimental treatment, per report
Celtics guard Marcus Smart is one of at least four players who will reportedly donate blood to help others overcome COVID-19...2020
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• Report: Gordon Hayward expected to opt into final year of Celtics contract
No matter what happens with the rest of this NBA season, Gordon Hayward will most likely be running it back with the Boston Celtics for one more year. Sean Deveney of Heavy.com reported this week that front office executives around the league expect the former All-Star to pick up his sizable $34.1 million player option with the Celtics for next season. “It’s too much money to pass up,” an anonymou...2020
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• Report: Pistons’ Christian Wood cleared from coronavirus
Detroit Pistons power forward Christian Wood has been cleared from the coronavirus, per The Athletic’s Shams Charania. Wood tested positive for COVID-19 on March 14, a week after he faced the Utah Jazz and center Rudy Gobert. The 24-year-old played in the team’s next two games against the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers before the league suspended operations immediately following Gobert’s p...2020
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• Enes Kanter: Adam Silver deserves MVP award for his steady leadership
NBA players routinely laud Adam Silver for his steady, practical and inspiring brand of leadership, and Boston Celtics star Enes Kanter became the latest one to praise the commissioner for his handling of the league’s hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic. The NBA, under Silver’s guidance, continues to methodically explore every possible option available to make the determination on whether or no...2020
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• Celtics’ Enes Kanter Reveals How He Learned NBA Season Was Suspended
The NBA had just four weeks left in the 2019-20 regular season when it was suddenly suspended after Utah Jazz... »...2020
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• Breaking down Kemba Walker’s total NBA salary from his career
Kemba Walker will have earned $198,990,001 in NBA money once his current contract with the Boston Celtics expires in the summer of 2023, per Spotrac. Back in 2011, the Charlotte Bobcats (who are now the Charlotte Hornets) drafted Walker with the ninth overall pick in the 2011 draft. Kemba made $1,896,550 during his rookie season […] The post Breaking down Kemba Walker’s total NBA salary from...2020
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• Every Boston Celtics Trade Deadline Move Ever
The NBA trade deadline is one of the most pivotal moments of the entire season. It offers teams the chance to completely rearrange their entire roster if they so desire. Over the years, the Boston Celtics have been no stranger to making deals at the deadline. Some of those moves have benefited the team greatly […] The post Every Boston Celtics Trade Deadline Move Ever appeared first on Clutc...2020
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• Danny Ainge: Celtics would’ve drafted Jayson Tatum even without workout
Teams, not players, control the draft....2020
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• Danny Ainge’s bold response on Suns’ chances to draft Jayson Tatum in 2017
Boston Celtics swingman Jayson Tatum said during an appearance on Showtime’s “All The Smoke” podcast he initially believed he would be drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the summer of 2017. But according to Celtics General Manager Danny Ainge, the Suns never had a chance to land Tatum. Boston was picking at No. 3, one […] The post Danny Ainge’s bold response on Suns’...2020
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• Exec admits they would have offered Celtics’ Jaylen Brown max contract if he entered free agency
The Boston Celtics locked up 6-foot-6 swingman Jaylen Brown to a huge $115-million deal last October, which has put him under contract with the team until the end of the 2023-24 season. For an anonymous Eastern Conference executive, however, the Celtics got quite a bargain here, considering how they were able to sign Brown without […] The post Exec admits they would have offered Celtics̵...2020
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• Jayson Tatum's talent would've been squandered if he was drafted by the Phoenix Suns
Tatum said he didn't want to be drafted by Celtics, and hoped he landed in Phoenix...2020
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• Jayson Tatum admits he would’ve been tempted to join new G League program
With a number of top prospects of the 2021 NBA draft recently declaring their intention to skip college and go straight to the G League, a new legitimate path to the NBA appears to have been paved. Now, Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum has weighed in on the matter. According to the Celtics rising star, […] The post Jayson Tatum admits he would’ve been tempted to join new G League pr...2020
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• Jayson Tatum was convinced by Mike Krzyzewski to enter 2017 draft
Boston Celtics small forward Jayson Tatum really enjoyed his one year at Duke, so much so that he thought about playing another year of college basketball. However, Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski convinced Tatum to enter the 2017 draft. The talented swingman listened to the legendary coach and wound up getting drafted by the Celtics […] The post Jayson Tatum was convinced by Mike Krzyzewski...2020
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• All-Star Jayson Tatum did not want Celtics to draft him
Tatum said he feared that going to Boston would be bad for his playing time and development given the Celtics already had an established core of good players....2020
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• Celtics’ Jayson Tatum reveals the team he initially wanted to be drafted by
After just one season at Duke, Jayson Tatum announced that he would be entering the 2017 NBA Draft. In a move that some questioned, Boston Celtics president Danny Ainge traded the team’s No. 1 overall pick to the Philadelphia 76ers, hoping that Tatum would still be on the board at No. 3 overall — and […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatum reveals the team he initially wanted to...2020
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• Jayson Tatum scores 30, Celtics beat Pacers to clinch playoff spotMarcus Smart's leaning bank shot in the final minute gave the Celtics' the lead....2020 -
![Mike Conley scores 25 points, Jazz beat Celtics 99-94]()
• Mike Conley scores 25 points, Jazz beat Celtics 99-94Mike Conley made six 3-pointers and scored 25 points, Jordan Clarkson added 17and the Utah Jazz beat the Boston Celtics 99-94 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory....2020 -
• Caris LeVert scores 51 points against the Celtics
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Brooklyn Nets (@brooklynnets) on Mar 3, 2020 at 7:35pm PST Nets shooting guard Caris LeVert wasn’t having a standout game last night in Boston against the Celtics. And then a switch was flipped, and he went absolutely wild, unleashing one of the most dramatic late-game performances … Continue reading "Caris LeVert scores 51 points against th...2020
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• While Celtics focus on James Harden, Russell Westbrook scores 41 in Rockets winRussell Westbrook scored 41 points and James Harden had 21....2020 -
• Watch: Aaron Gordon dunked over Tacko Fall and got completely robbed
Aaron Gordon delivered one of the coolest dunks in the dunk contest that we have seen, but he got robbed and lost to Derrick Jones Jr. in the finals on Saturday night at United Center in Chicago. Gordon needed more than a 48 to win the competition and decided to bring out 7-foot-5 Boston Celtics big man Tacko Fall for an assist. The Orlando Magic star jumped over Tacko for the huge dunk, bringing ...2020
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• Celtics star Jaylen Brown’s 78-year-old grandfather acting as trainer during quarantine
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• Video: Enes Kanter posts special message for his mom, whom he hasn’t seen in 6 years
Boston Celtics big man Enes Kanter took time out on Sunday to wish a Happy Mother’s Day to his own mother, whom he has not seen in six years. The Celtics center posted a video on his Instagram account on Sunday detailing the love he has for his family. The Turkish native said while he […] The post Video: Enes Kanter posts special message for his mom, whom he hasn’t seen in 6 year...2020
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• Inside the 2008 Celtics' group-text thread that is still active today
How do Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett and other members of the '08 Celtics stay connected? The same way all family members do, by group text....2020
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• Former NBA big Kendrick Perkins' children spent $16K on 'Fortnite'
We all know NBA players are well-paid for their services. This news from a retired NBA big man drives that point home. Former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins, who won a title with the Boston Celtics, didn't seem too phased by his children spending $16,000 on "Fortnite" amid the coronavirus outbreak. “I hate video games,” said Perkins on ESPN. “My kids drive me crazy with it. I do not indulge — they d...2020
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• Pacers fans break out classic 'Honey Nut Cherrios' chant to taunt Carmelo Anthony
Indiana Pacers fans went way back in the time machine to break out a taunt for Carmelo Anthony on Thursday night. As Melo shot free throws during the first quarter of Portland’s 106-100 loss to Indiana on Thursday, some Pacers fans behind the basket could be heard chanting “Honey Nut Cheerios.” What’s the story with the Honey Nut Cheerios? Well, back in 2013, the Knicks and Celtics got into a figh...2020
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• Celtics' Smart says he's cleared of coronavirus
Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart, who tested positive for COVID-19 two weeks ago, has been cleared by the Massachusetts Department of Health, he announced on social media Sunday night....2020
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• Running Diary: Lakers 114 | Celtics 112
Below is a running diary of the Lakers’ game against the Boston Celtics, taking you through game day from start to finish....2020
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• Celts' Smart, two Lakers latest to test positive
Celtics guard Marcus Smart and two Los Angeles Lakers players were the latest in the NBA to test positive for the coronavirus....2020
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• Coronavirus and the NBA: Child tests positive for COVID-19 after getting autographs at Jazz vs. Celtics game
A police chief says the young fan was at Celtics-Jazz game on March 6...2020
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• James’ Late Fadeway Key In Thrilling Rivalry Win
LeBron James sank a clutch turnaround jumper in the waning seconds of the Lakers’ 104-102 victory over the Boston Celtics Sunday afternoon....2020
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• Kevin Garnett says he almost joined Kobe Bryant on the Lakers in 2007-08 instead of the Celtics
In the summer he joined wound up in Boston, Garnett almost joined the franchise's historic archrival....2020
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• Lakers vs. Celtics: 3 Things to Know (2/23/20)
Here is what you need to know before the Lakers continue their rivalry with the Boston Celtics....2020
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• Rivers wants Allen at KG's jersey retirement
When the Boston Celtics retire and raise Kevin Garnett's jersey to the rafters next season, Doc Rivers wants Ray Allen to be in attendance....2020
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• Celtics to retire Kevin Garnett's jersey during the 2020-21 season
The No. 5 will be raised up to the rafters sometime in the 2020-21 season...2020
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• Top NBA stars who never won a title thanks to Michael Jordan
Michael Jordan had a long and grueling road to get to the mountaintop of an NBA championship. It took him seven years to get there as the Chicago Bulls had to face many obstacles along the way that blocked his path to achieving the ultimate prize. There were the Milwaukee Bucks, the Boston Celtics, the […] The post Top NBA stars who never won a title thanks to Michael Jordan appeared first o...2020
What Celtics fantasy rankings and news
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![Mock NBA expansion draft: Celtics, Nets, Knicks, 76ers, Raptors]()
• Mock NBA expansion draft: Celtics, Nets, Knicks, 76ers, RaptorsThe NBA season is on hiatus. NBC Sports is not – even if we have to venture into fantasy....2020
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• Celtics’ Jayson Tatum speaks out on why its tough playing against Kawhi Leonard
Before the NBA hiatus, Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum was having the best season of his career. The 22-year-old was going coast to coast against superstar players, including Kawhi Leonard. Although they’ve only played each other two times this season, they were very exciting matchups. In an appearance on All the Smoke, the first-time Celtics […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatu...2020
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• Celtics’ Jaylen Brown admits possibility of going directly to the playoffs if 2019-20 season resumes
The NBA is continuing to assess the feasibility of restarting the 2019-20 NBA season amid the ongoing impact of the coronavirus pandemic, which has dramatically changed the course of the season for Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics. The NBPA sent out questions to players about their willingness to play, and the league reportedly would […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown admits possibi...2020
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• Kyrie Irving wants to play 1-on-1 vs. fellow All-Star Kemba Walker
A matchup between the two All-Stars would certainly raise eyebrows, particularly given Irving's tumultuous tenure with the Celtics....2020
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• Video: Nets’ Kyrie Irving issues challenge to Celtics star Kemba Walker
Kyrie Irving may no longer be the starting point guard for the Boston Celtics, but the Nets star has issued the team’s new stud lead guard, Kemba Walker, a one-on-one challenge Irving and Walker have put on some great shows over the years. Notably, both players are from the New York/New Jersey area — a […] The post Video: Nets’ Kyrie Irving issues challenge to Celtics star ...2020
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• Sixers GM preparing for Celtics in playoffs
The Philadelphia 76ers have built a fierce rivalry with Atlantic Division foe Boston Celtics, stemming from multiple postseason matchups and even signing then–free-agent veteran big man Al Horford last summer away from the Bean Town franchise. Now Sixers general manager Elton Brand is admitting to spending the COVID-19 pandemic-borne NBA hiatus anticipating a playoff matchup […] The post Six...2020
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• Sixers preparing to face Celtics in potential playoff series
The Sixers are preparing as if the season is finished and the playoff matchups have already been decided....2020
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• Isaiah Thomas’ incredible 53-point performance on his sister’s birthday after her tragic death
The Boston Celtics have had their fair share of unforgettable moments in the NBA. After all, they have 17 championships under their belt, and anyone would be hard-pressed to pick any one of those as their most memorable run ever. Nonetheless, there’s no denying that Boston’s improbable postseason run during the 2017 playoffs has to be […] The post Isaiah Thomas’ incredible ...2020
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• Like the rest of us, Danny Ainge is waiting to see what happens
Here’s the Boston Herald with an update on what Celtics front office guru Danny Ainge is thinking these days as we all wait to see what happens with the NBA season and playoffs in the wake of the global coronavirus pandemic: “This is a time for the really self-motivated that are going to be able … Continue reading "Like the rest of us, Danny Ainge is waiting to see what happens"...2020
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• Michael Jordan's golf outing with Danny Ainge led to 63-point game in Bulls-Celtics 1986 playoff series
Michael Jordan couldn't beat Danny Ainge at golf so he channeled his frustration into that other sport he played...2020
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• Report: Gordon Hayward expected to opt into final year of Celtics contract
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• Rockets vs. Celtics takeaways: Russell Westbrook drops 41 to lead Houston to win in overtime thriller
Jaylen Brown hit a buzzer-beating 3 to send things to overtime, but the Rockets prevailed...2020
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• Rockets survive Celtics in OT thriller: Russell Westbrook stays hot, Boston's miracle shot among top takeaways
Jaylen Brown hit a buzzer-beating 3 to send things to overtime, but the Rockets still found a way to prevail...2020
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• 2020 NBA Trade Deadline Primer: Boston Celtics
With the new year now finally upon us, speculation ahead of the 2020 NBA Trade Deadline is in full swing. Whether Boston Celtics fans are in consensus about what the team ought to do before the Feb. 6, 2020 cut off or not, anticipation mounts across all fanbases that there will be fireworks. In this […] The post 2020 NBA Trade Deadline Primer: Boston Celtics appeared first on SLAM....2020
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