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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Celtics can boost frontcourt and hurt Knicks with one savvy free agency move

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson could be an interesting free agent target for the Boston Celtics.

Beating Celtics not enough for renowned rival executive to save his job

The joy of beating the Celtics wore off extremely quickly for the 76ers.

Celtics' upstart rival could crash plane before takeoff with Giannis trade

A Celtics rival in the East that could strike a deal with the Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo would likely regret making that gamble.

We’re all overreacting to Jaylen Brown’s streams

With the offseason hitting Celtics fans much earlier than usual, there’s been a lot of discourse about the team outside of basketball. In particular, Jaylen Brown has been getting more attention...

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Weighing pros, cons of Celtics trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Antetokounmpo turns 32 years old in December, but the superstar forward could raise the Celtics' ceiling alongside Jayson Tatum. The post Weighing pros, cons of Celtics trading for Giannis...

Celtics' lack of interest in Giannis Antetokounmpo begs serious question

The latest update on Giannis Antetokounmpo revealed that the Boston Celtics won't be a serious suitor for him. We'll see if that really is true, but if it is, Boston has to ask themselves what...

Former Celtic Jason Collins, NBA’s first openly gay player, dies at 47 of brain tumor

Collins had been diagnosed with Stage 4 glioblastoma, which has an extremely low survival rate. He was 47. The post Former Celtic Jason Collins, NBA’s first openly gay player, dies at 47 of brain...

Sam Hauser will play key role in Celtics achieving perfect offseason

The Celtics have various options at their disposal this summer. Whether they use them well will, oddly enough, depend on what they decide to do with Sam Hauser.

Celtics trade rumors intensify as media debates Jaylen Brown’s future in Boston

The Celtics-Jaylen Brown rumors continue to spiral and grow, leading the media to become divided on a potential decision.

Celtics have great opportunity to improve team without adding players

There are many ways for the Celtics to improve the team without making major changes to the roster.

Celtics facing familiar Payton Pritchard dilemma and the solution hasn't changed

As the Celtics work to become more dynamic and more efficient offensively, starting Payton Pritchard is an in-house solution who can help their cause.

Boston Celtics Daily Links 5/12/26

Herald Giannis Antetokounmpo to Celtics? Cases for, against acquiring two-time MVP Globe Report: Celtics tried to land Giannis Antetokounmpo at the trade deadline Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke...

Red Sox may need to follow Celtics blueprint with Trevor Story decision

Story is starting to be a real detriment to Boston's contention chances. With that in mind, looking to their basketball neighbor for a solution may work.

Celtics have reportedly worked out potential Al Horford replacement ahead of draft

According to HoopsHype, the Celtics have worked out St. John's forward Zuby Ejiofor ahead of next month's NBA Draft.

Five free agents Celtics should target with $15M mid-level exception

Brad Stevens and the Boston Celtics have multiple tools at their disposal as they look to upgrade their roster this upcoming offseason. The big one is the $27.7 million traded player exception...

Hopes of reunion with Celtics fan favorite take crushing blow ahead of free agency

According to The Athletic, the Lakers have interest in retaining former Celtics guard Marcus Smart, even if he opts out of his contract.

Celtics should keep close eye on Marcus Smart free agency situation with Lakers

The Celtics could get a lot of what they're missing by bringing Marcus Smart back to Boston this summer.

2026 NBA Draft Picks By Team

The Bulls, who pivoted to rebuilding mode after being eliminated in the play-in tournament in three straight years from 2023-25, and the Spurs, who went from 34 wins a year ago to 62 this season,...

Unexpected obstacle could get in Celtics' way of Giannis Antetokounmpo pursuit

The Boston Celtics will be in on the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes. Bill Simmons believes their chances of getting him are high, but believes there's one team that could be aggressive their...

Would you trade Jaylen Brown for Giannis Antetokounmpo? (Staff Roundtable)

If there’s one question that has captured the attention of Celtics fans and the greater NBA this month, it has been this one (see title). So I thought I’d pose it to the writers of your favorite...

Is this what other fanbases do?—The Week in Green

So not much happened in official Celtics news last week. Brad Stevens gave a press conference which, while not quite promising the Wyc Grousbeckian “fireworks” of 2014 that never quite...

Monday, May 11, 2026
Playoffs and lottery all but eliminated Giannis' preferred destinations

The teams that Giannis wants to go to suddenly don't make much sense as trade partners for the former MVP.

Brad Stevens has rare chance to craft perfect sequel to legendary Kevin Garnett trade

The Celtics have a chance to nearly recreate one of the greatest trades in franchise history this summer.

Giannis trade could become latest blockbuster from Celtics' conference rival

One of the Celtics' most significant threats in the Eastern Conference could again reconfigure the core of its roster to bring Giannis Antetokounmpo on board.

Celtics may finally make all-in move for Giannis after playoff disappointment

The Celtics have been a powerhouse for this entire decade, but cracks are starting to show. Getting Giannis would be the caulk to fix it.

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo - Jaylen Brown blockbuster is more realistic than you think

And there's a pathway for both teams to do it.

Warriors named top landing spot for $285 million Celtics NBA Finals MVP, five-time All-Star

The Golden State Warriors were recently linked to a blockbuster offseason trade for a 29-year-old Boston Celtics star guard.

Celtics' biggest Giannis threat could create nightmare tandem for Boston to battle

When assessing the Celtics' threats in the Eastern Conference in the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes, one franchise stands out above the rest.

Celtics must keep painfully obvious truth in mind when pursuing Giannis trade

Giannis Antetokounmpo is not only on the Boston Celtics radar, but has bene for some time, indicating that they are very much in on trading for him if they get the chance. However, getting him...

AJ Dybantsa's NBA Combine measurements compare incredibly to Jayson Tatum

Dybantsa can be a special player in the league.

Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors tracker: Latest news on Celtics, Knicks, more teams interested in Bucks star

The Sporting News is tracking the latest Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors as the Bucks weigh dealing their face of the franchise.

Lakers could battle Celtics, Knicks for $175 million Bucks star officially on trade market, per report

The Los Angeles Lakers might go all-out for a 10-time All-Star this offseason.

Boston Celtics Daily Links 5/11/26

Herald Celtics trade rumors: New details linking Boston to Giannis Antetokounmpo Globe Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce analyze what went wrong with ‘robotic’ Celtics offense Here are the Celtics’ pick...

Latest Giannis intel will only add fuel to Celtics trade rumor fires

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Celtics tested the waters on a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade before the 2026 deadline.

Celtics reportedly tried to land Giannis Antetokounmpo at the trade deadline

The Celtics were among several playoff teams that reportedly pursued the two-time MVP. The post Celtics reportedly tried to land Giannis Antetokounmpo at the trade deadline appeared first on...

Report: Celtics pursued Giannis Antetokounmpo trade before deadline

The Celtics joined the Lakers, Knicks, Cavaliers and Timberwolves in pursuing Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo before the NBA trade deadline in February, according to Shams Charania. ESPN also...

Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce analyze what went wrong with ‘robotic’ Celtics offense

"Ain't nobody looking at the basket. Ain't nobody thinking downhill." The post Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce analyze what went wrong with ‘robotic’ Celtics offense appeared first on Boston.com.

Bucks Open For Business On Antetokounmpo Trade Offers

In the aftermath of the lottery, the Bucks are prepared to listen to trade offers for two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports. However, the Bucks are in no rush to make a...

Celtics will be forced to make a critical Payton Pritchard decision this offseason

Payton Pritchard becomes eligible to sign a three-year $67 million extension with the Celtics on October 1.

2026 NBA mock draft roundup: Early Celtics first-round pick predictions

The Boston Celtics need to be a more dangerous team in the paint. They shot the most 3-pointers and ranked second-to-last in points in the paint per game among the 16 NBA playoff teams in the...

Giannis trade coming soon? What the latest reporting means for Celtics

Let the Summer of Giannis begin. The Milwaukee Bucks are “open for business” on receiving trade offers for superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Monday. And it sounds...

Lurking Jaylen Brown trade suitor could be key in possible Giannis trade

The Atlanta Hawks and Boston Celtics held brief trade conversations about Jaylen Brown last summer. Atlanta could be a third team in a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo Celtics trade.

Celtics' playoff humiliation only looks worse with each passing day

As if the Celtics blowing a 3-1 lead wasn't bad enough, it turns out that the 76ers were full of dysfunction.

Here are the Celtics’ pick numbers in the 2026 NBA Draft

Boston has had success before picking at No. 27. The post Here are the Celtics’ pick numbers in the 2026 NBA Draft appeared first on Boston.com.

Would Celtics move Jaylen Brown and could Cavs offer Mobley for Giannis Antetokounmpo?

Analyst maps the wildest Giannis Antetokounmpo scenarios.

The pieces are falling into place for a Celtics-Giannis trade to actually happen

After the NBA Draft Lottery happened, the Boston Celtics just got the most favorable outcome possible because it just might open the door to a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade they are rumored to pursue.

Why NBA Draft Lottery results couldn't have gone better for Celtics

The Boston Celtics did not participate in Sunday’s 2026 NBA Draft Lottery because they were one of the 16 teams that made the playoffs, but they still ended up being one of the winners from the...

Anthony Davis back in play for Celtics after draft lottery luck favors Wizards

Thanks to some lottery luck, the Wizards may be in a position to move Anthony Davis already, and he'd fill an obvious need in Boston.

3 Giannis Celtics trades that could bring the Greek Freak to Boston

If the Celtics are actually going to make a run at Giannis this summer, there are really only three paths for them to take.

2026 NBA Draft Lottery And What They Mean for the Celtics

Without a game being played, the NBA draft lottery is one of the most impactful days on the NBA calendar. A surefire way to build a championship-caliber team is with picks at the top of the NBA...

Best Father's Day Gifts for the Celtics Dad

Top gift ideas for the sports dad — from jerseys to collectibles, find the perfect present.

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