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Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Paul George waiving kicker strongly signals Celtics have ace up their sleeve

Upon being traded to the Boston Celtics, Paul George raised some eyebrows when he opted to waive his trade kicker. Doing so does the Celtics a favor, which could indicate something else is on the...

Boston Celtics Daily Links 7/7/26

Herald Celtics announce two free agent signings, filling final roster spots Celtics owner Bill Chisholm denies involvement in Jaylen Brown trade: ‘Absolutely not’ Brad Stevens explains why Celtics...

Jaylen Brown's comments capture just how surreal Celtics trade still is

Jaylen Brown is still trying to process his trade to the Sixers, just like Boston Celtics fans.

Jaylen Brown on Celtics trade: Boston is home and no organization can take that away

"I love the city of Boston, I always have." The post Jaylen Brown on Celtics trade: Boston is home and no organization can take that away appeared first on Boston.com.

Brad Stevens dropped major hint about Celtics’ plan to secure young depth long-term

Lost in the shuffle of his 40+ minute press conference was Brad Stevens telegraphing how the Celtics likely plan to spend some of their newly gained resources.

Celtics sign Ron Harper Jr. to multi-year contract

Harper Jr., 26, is on his second stint with the Celtics. He previously spent time with the Raptors and Pistons. The post Celtics sign Ron Harper Jr. to multi-year contract appeared first on...

Jaylen Brown said goodbye to Boston as only he knows how

CAMBRIDGE — Jaylen Brown begins his annual Bridge camp the same way every summer: by leading a motivating chant that he has his campers repeat. “The world is mine.” “The world is mine.” “The world...

Celtics officially sign son of ex-Lakers guard, five-time NBA champion to help Jayson Tatum

The Boston Celtics finalized a previously reported deal on Monday.

LeBron James demands Jaylen Brown's anonymous critics show their faces

LeBron James strongly defended Jaylen Brown against unnamed critics following the star forward's blockbuster trade from the Celtics to the 76ers.

Warriors officially sign ex-$19 million Celtics NBA champion center to help Stephen Curry

The Golden State Warriors' 40-year-old center isn't going anywhere this summer.

Brad Stevens ‘lost a lot of sleep’ over the Jaylen Brown trade

"Somebody asked me [Monday] if I missed coaching. I said I did this week. This is not for the faint of heart." The post Brad Stevens ‘lost a lot of sleep’ over the Jaylen Brown trade appeared...

Jaylen Brown trade might have accidentally gifted LeBron James to the 76ers

As if watching Jaylen Brown join a hated rival wasn't enough, a massive free agency rumor suggests a historic nightmare scenario is brewing for Boston.

Draymond Green just killed the Celtics for trading Jaylen Brown
Judging the five biggest overreactions to NBA free...

NBA trade season has been hot. The takes? Even hotter! We judge the five biggest overreactions to the first week of free agency.

Celtics owner Bill Chisholm puts all his trust in Brad Stevens

New Owner Syndrome is a very real thing, and we’ve seen plenty of billionaires make the sort of impulsive decisions that set their organizations back immeasurably. What’s ironic is that new Boston...

Stevens stresses ‘optionality' after Brown trade; Forsberg, Curran react

On Monday, Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens sat alongside team owner Bill Chisholm as they addressed the unpopular decision to trade Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia...

A breakdown of the Celtics roster going into next season

With the Jaylen Brown trade to the Philadelphia 76ers becoming official, the Boston Celtics will play their first season without the 2024 NBA Finals MVP for the first time in a decade. President...

By trading Jaylen Brown, the Celtics are making big bets

Trading a franchise icon after the best season of his career is going to be an extremely unpopular decision within your fanbase. Yet, that is what the Celtics just did by trading Jaylen Brown to...

Monday, July 6, 2026
Brad Stevens gives the salary cap reason behind the Jaylen Brown trade with Philadelphia

Brad Stevens has finally addressed the media after the infamous Jaylen Brown trade with the 76ers.

Why Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to Sixers: 5 takeaways from Brad Stevens' presser

From what drove the Celtics to trade Jaylen Brown to why they agreed to a deal with the 76ers on Jul. 1. Plus, from protecting Jayson Tatum to Bill Chisholm's mandate, a deep dive aimed at...

Stevens cites 'challenging' path for Brown trade

Brad Stevens said Monday that the Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to keep the team competitive and add more optionality with draft assets.

Report: Celtics’ Paul George turned down $3.9 million trade bonus

George had a bonus in his contract which would have taken his cap hit up to the $57.7 million league maximum. The post Report: Celtics’ Paul George turned down $3.9 million trade bonus appeared...

76ers just poured salt in Boston's wounds with one Jaylen Brown video

The first glimpse of Jaylen Brown's name and number in 76ers colors was a gutwrenching one for Celtics fans.

Brad Stevens did the best he could in 45-minute Q&A. Was it enough?

BOSTON — Brad Stevens has taken countless press conferences, for many years on an almost-nightly basis as a head coach, and more recently, as the Celtics’ President of Basketball Operations....

Paul George's pivotal decision could push Celtics to upgrade from Sam Hauser

Trading for Paul George hasn't exactly thrilled the Boston Celtics' fanbase. However, George's decision to waive his trade kicker suddenly opens up some possibilities, which could work to Boston's...

5 takeaways from the Celtics’ press conference about the Jaylen Brown trade

Having so much money and usage tied up in two players would have made it difficult to remain at a championship-caliber level, Brad Stevens said. The post 5 takeaways from the Celtics’ press...

It took less than a week for Paul George to help the Celtics out

Paul George has reportedly waived his $3.9 million trade kicker upon joining the Celtics. Now it's significantly easier for the team to dodge the tax.

Brad Stevens' explanation of Jaylen Brown trade is unlikely to soothe Celtics fans

Stevens explained why the stunning Brown trade to the 76ers was the 'right opportunity' for Boston

Brad Stevens faced the music, but his explanation won't stop the Celtics backlash

The perception of Brad Stevens and the Celtics has never been lower, and there's only one thing that can change the narrative.

Celtics Re-Sign Ron Harper Jr. On Four-Year Contract

July 6: Harper has officially re-signed with the Celtics, per NBA.com’s official transaction log. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link), Harper and the Celtics have amended the...

Brad Stevens shuts down speculation around Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown trade drama

Following the shocking Jaylen Brown trade, Brad Stevens and Bill Chisholm finally broke their silence on Jayson Tatum's involvement and whether behind-the-scenes drama forced the move.

Contract Details: Wade, Simons, Sharpe, Minott, George, More

The Sixers used nearly their entire non-taxpayer mid-level exception to complete their deals with Dean Wade and Anfernee Simons. Wade’s four-year contract starts at $9MM, while Simons’ two-year...

Latest Trey Murphy III trade update gives Celtics a chance to add Jayson Tatum's ideal co-star

After trading away Brown, Murphy is definitely the co-star Tatum needs.

Bill Chisholm addresses elephant in the room and calms panic over Jaylen Brown trade

Amid concerns that the Celtics are making moves based on profits over winning, the Celtics' new owner clarified exactly where his group stands.

76ers officially announce acquisition of Jaylen Brown from Celtics

The Philadelphia 76ers officially unveiled their revamped roster Monday, completing the blockbuster trade for Jaylen Brown while also confirming the s

Brad Stevens finally reveals Celtics' motivation in trading Jaylen Brown

Brad Stevens pointed to cap flexiblity and "optionality" as key factors in why the Celtics traded Jaylen Brown after 10 seasons.

Celtics owner admits 'fan' in him didn't like trading Jaylen Brown

Owner Bill Chisholm admitted the Celtics' front office worked hard to persuade him that trading Jaylen Brown was the best path to winning. ,"The fan i

Boston Celtics Daily Links 7/6/26

Herald Celtics finalize Jaylen Brown trade, ‘excited to welcome’ Paul George Celtics’ additions pros/cons: What will Paul George, Mitchell Robinson bring? Globe Celtics sign first-round pick Chris...

Bad-faith Kawhi Leonard argument falsely diminishes Celtics' Jaylen Brown trade

The Clippers may have gotten 'more' for Kawhi Leonard than what the Celtics got for Jaylen Brown, but that doesn't mean what they got was actually better.

Full details as 76ers fleece Celtics in heavily debated Jaylen Brown trade

The Boston Celtics made the Jaylen Brown trade official on July 6, and fans can see the full details of the move here.

Celtics officially cut ties with disgruntled $285 million star via lopsided trade to 76ers

The Boston Celtics completed a blockbuster trade on Monday.

Brad Stevens' message all but confirms Celtics plans for Paul George

The Boston Celtics have made the Jaylen Brown trade official, meaning Paul George is the newest addition to the team. Many have wondered if Boston truly plans to keep him, and Brad Stevens pretty...

Jayson Tatum's true feelings about 76ers-Celtics Jaylen Brown trade, revealed
An elegy for the Jays: Paying homage to the Celtics' Tatum and Brown era

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led one of the most successful eras in the history of the NBA's most storied franchise. They left you wanting more, but reached Celtics immortality in the process.

Celtics sign first-round pick Chris Cenac Jr.

Boston's newest big man has signed his rookie deal. The post Celtics sign first-round pick Chris Cenac Jr. appeared first on Boston.com.

The Celtics' Jaylen Brown trade return is being grossly underappreciated

There are a lot of bad-faith actors out there, falsely analyzing the Celtics' trade return for Jaylen Brown in terms of quantity instead of quality.

Cedric Maxwell has a message for Jaylen Brown: Don’t bash the Celtics on the way out

"This is what people will look at now. They're going to judge you by this, how you're going to respond." The post Cedric Maxwell has a message for Jaylen Brown: Don’t bash the Celtics on the way...

Why waiting to trade Jaylen Brown wouldn't guarantee a better return

The idea that the Celtics could have just held on to Jaylen Brown, dragged these trade talks along, and things would have magically worked out is crazy.

Door isn't completely closed on Celtics adding Anfernee Simons replacement

The Boston Celtics may very well be done making moves this summer, as there's already been plenty of roster turnover. But if they still want an Anfernee Simons replacement, a six-time All-Star...

Will we get the answers we need from today’s Celtics press conference?

Five days ago, the Boston Celtics agreed to trade Jaylen Brown for Paul George and draft compensation. The trade could not be made official until today, so the team hasn’t been able to officially...

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