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Thursday, April 30, 2026
How a former Celtic kept Jordan Walsh ready for his next opportunity

It’s late March when Jordan Walsh plops down in a director’s chair in a theater where we are taping interviews with the members of the Celtics. It’s one day before Walsh, who at times earlier in...

Wednesday, April 29, 2026
East rival unsurprisingly has interest in poaching from Celtics' front office

A member of the Boston Celtics' front office reportedly recently interviewed a rival franchise searching for a new lead executive.

Tyrese Maxey's fiery declaration explains stunning feat in Game 5 win over Celtics

Tyrese Maxey's exemplary display of leadership helped save the Sixers' season in their 113-97 win over the Celtics in Game 5.

76ers got the gift they needed to stave off elimination in series with Celtics

The Sixers got the scoring boost they needed in their Game 5 win. The Celtics' search for a similar source yielded no such results. If that happens again, the latter is in danger of seeing this...

Celtics stuck between rock and hard place with surreal Jayson Tatum predicament

In many ways, it feels like the Celtics are playing with fire when it comes to Jayson Tatum, but what other choice do they have?

Sixers out to 'do whatever it takes' in Game 6 vs. Celtics

With their backs against the ropes in Game 5 on Tuesday, the Philadelphia 76ers came out swinging against the Boston Celtics., ,The Sixers' impressive

History is repeating itself between Celtics & 76ers in the playoffs

The Boston Celtics found out that the Philadelphia 76ers won't go away quietly last night, as they lost a winnable game. To finish them off, the Celtics have to do the same thing they did the last...

Why Brad Stevens’ Executive of the Year award has the Celtics eyeing another title run

Stevens made a bunch of underrated moves this offseason to keep the Celtics a powerhouse. Now, they have a chance to win it all.

NBA Draft expert envisions ideal outcome for Celtics in latest projection

The Boston Celtics landing a floor-spacing center who is highly skilled would fit nicely in their front court and give them more flexibility this offseason.

Celtics, 76ers Game 6 injury reports: who’s in, who’s out

PHILADELPHIA — Both the Celtics and 76ers will be at full strength when they face one another for Game 6 on Thursday night. The Celtics have a completely clean injury and have no players sidelined...

Boston Celtics Daily Links 4/29/26

Herald Celtics need more from two starters after Game 5 flop vs. 76ers Celtics playoffs schedule: Start time announced for Game 6 vs. 76ers Celtics squander clinching chance in ugly Game 5 loss to...

Celtics know where to turn to get what they desperately need this postseason

The Celtics need a third scorer who will sufficiently support Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Who they should turn to is evident.

Former Celtics breakout is about to be kicked to the curb (and he should return)

The Boston Celtics dumped this talented big man to acquire Jrue Holiday, and it is time to bring him back.

Celtics Game 5 loss further proves Boston's reliance on the three-point line can be a kryptonite

The Celtics continue to prove that they live and die by the arc. Sometimes it really works out, but sometimes it really doesn't.

NBA Futures: Spurs, Celtics both +500 to win champ...

San Antonio and Boston are tied for the second-best odds to win the NBA championship following Tuesday's games.

Celtics own up to costly fourth-quarter implosion in Game 5: ‘Just not good enough’

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics saved their ugliest fourth quarter for the worst possible time, and it came at a steep price.   Leading 3-1 and with a chance to close out their first-round series...

Celtics own up to costly fourth-quarter implosion in Game 6: ‘Just not good enough’

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics saved their ugliest fourth quarter for the worst possible time, and it came at a steep price.   Leading 3-1 and with a chance to close out their first-round series...

Neemias Queta's tragic flaw popped back up at worst possible time for Celtics

Neemias Queta had his best game of the playoffs, but showed his biggest weakness at the worst possible time for the Celtics.

Celtics star Derrick White's future in Boston could be up in the air after cringeworthy 2026 playoff performance

White has been a stellar third option for the Celtics, and a good playoff performer. However, it seems he might be losing his touch.

DeAndre Jordan Named 2025/26 Teammate Of The Year

Veteran center DeAndre Jordan appeared in just 12 games as a member of the Pelicans this season, but he has been named the 2025/26 Teammate of the Year, the NBA announced today (Twitter link). The...

Joel Embiid’s return is giving the 76ers a level of confidence that could make them dangerous

"When he wants to be dominant, he will be," Tyrese Maxey said. The post Joel Embiid’s return is giving the 76ers a level of confidence that could make them dangerous appeared first on Boston.com.

Celtics played their worst basketball at the worst time. Can they respond?

BOSTON — To say that Tuesday’s Game 5 between the Celtics and 76ers was ugly is a massive understatement. The Celtics missed 14 consecutive field goals to close out the game, got outscored by 17...

Celtics' absence of Joel Embiid's kryptonite loomed large in Game 5

The Boston Celtics had no answer for Joel Embiid for their Game 6 loss against the Philadelphia 76ers. Embiid going off only made it harder knowing the Celtics had someone who knew how to stop him...

Celtics never would've gotten Jayson Tatum in new NBA Draft lottery rules

Boston's history might be very different.

10 Takeaways from the Celtics Deflating Game 5 loss to 76ers

1. Abysmal 4th Quarter Going into the fourth quarter of Game 5, the Celtics allowed the 76ers to get back into the game, cutting a 13 point halftime lead to 1 point at 86-85. Boston would then go...

Celtics settle their debt and return gift to Knicks with a fresh bow on top

The Knicks have been trying to give the Celtics a gift, but on Tuesday night, they handed it right back.

Joel Embiid dominates Celtics in Game 5 as 76ers keep series alive: 7 takeaways

“We were just a little lackadaisical at times when we could have put them away." The post Joel Embiid dominates Celtics in Game 5 as 76ers keep series alive: 7 takeaways appeared first on Boston.com.

You don’t have to hand it to the Sixers for their Game 5 performance. The Celtics already did.

A truly mature team would recognize the importance of taking care of business right now — and not giving bad karma a chance to get involved. The post You don’t have to hand it to the Sixers for...

Celtics need to wake up and smell the coffee when it comes to Payton Pritchard

The Celtics need to wake up and smell the coffee when it comes to Payton Pritchard and his role on this team.

“Magic” — Game 5 didn’t end how Celtics fans wanted, but they’ll be back

From my seat in press row at TD Garden, you can see the entire arena. The benches, the matchups, the way a possession starts to form before it fully develops. It’s a different way of watching the...

Back to Philadelphia for Game 6, the Celtics have a Joel Embiid problem

BOSTON — Joel Embiid conquered his postseason demons on Tuesday night. He overcame the Boston Celtics at TD Garden in a do-or-die Game 5 to keep the Philadelphia 76ers alive to see another day....

Blazers learn painful Jrue Holiday truth Celtics fans know all too well

The Boston Celtics found out last year, and the Blazers just got firsthand experience of this Jrue Holiday problem.

Celtics turning the page to atone for Game 5 and finish rivalry clash with 76ers

The Celtics are 7-4 in closeout opportunities on the road in the Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown era. They are 4-1 under those conditions since 2022. Now, they must shake off a 113-97 loss to the...

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Derrick White facade must end for Celtics to make meaningful playoff run

The Celtics can't come anywhere close to their full potential until the real Derrick White shows up, and it better happen soon.

Embiid's 33 downs Celtics, keeps 76ers alive

Joel Embiid helped the 76ers rally from a 13-point, third quarter deficit, holding the Celtics to just 11 points in the final frame of Game 5.

Paul George reclaims 'Playoff P' title in huge 76ers Game 5 win over Celtics

To help out Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, Paul George or 'Playoff P' also put up an insane performance in Game 5 to help the 76ers overcome the Celtics.

Celtics show shades of disastrous performances of playoffs past in loss to 76ers

The Celtics fourth-quarter offense was brutal in their Game 5 loss to the 76ers.

76ers smother Celtics in Game 5, Joel Embiid & Tyrese Maxey get historic numbers

Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey kept the 76ers alive in the NBA Playoffs through big numbers to get a Game 5 win against the Celtics.

Sixers stun Celtics to stay alive in series, force Game 6

Joel Embiid tossed in 33 points and added eight assists as the visiting Philadelphia 76ers avoided elimination by beating the Boston Celtics 113-97 Tu

Joel Embiid scores 33 as 76ers beat Celtics 113-97 in Game 5 to keep their season alive

Game 6 is back in Philadelphia on Thursday night, when the Sixers will try to force the series to a decisive seventh game in Boston on Saturday. The post Joel Embiid scores 33 as 76ers beat...

Joel Embiid scores 33 as 76ers beat Celtics 113-97 in Game 5 to keep their season alive

Game 6 is back in Philadelphia on Thursday night, when the Sixers will try to force the series to a decisive seventh game in Boston on Saturday. The post Joel Embiid scores 33 as 76ers beat...

Celtics drop Game 5 at home, outplayed in the fourth by 76ers, 113-97

The Boston Celtics returned home to TD Garden Tuesday night to try and close out their first round series against the Philadelphia 76ers. Boston led through three quarters, before the Philadelphia...

How Joe Mazzulla, Brad Stevens reacted to Executive of the Year win

“These awards are organizational awards, and everyone in this building shares in this recognition,” said Stevens. The post How Joe Mazzulla, Brad Stevens reacted to Executive of the Year win...

How Joe Mazzulla, Brad Stevens reacted to Executive of the Year win

“These awards are organizational awards, and everyone in this building shares in this recognition,” said Stevens. The post How Joe Mazzulla, Brad Stevens reacted to Executive of the Year win...

Nickname-gate is becoming a hilarious side plot for the Celtics' playoff run

Even if it wasn't real before the Celtics' 128-96 win over the 76ers on Sunday, Baylor Scheierman's new moniker is quickly gaining legitimacy.

Celtics’ Brad Stevens wins NBA’s Executive of the Year award, his 2nd win in last 3 years

Despite parting with four players to avoid a massive luxury tax bill, Boston remains a championship contender. The post Celtics’ Brad Stevens wins NBA’s Executive of the Year award, his 2nd win in...

Kevin Durant trade rumors are the last thing Celtics should be thinking about

The KD trade winds are swirling again, but at least for now, Boston would be wise to keep their eyes on the prize.

Brad Stevens honor could make possible Celtics award snub look stupid

Brad Stevens won his second Executive of the Year award in the last three years for basically proving the Celtics to be better via addition by subtraction. However, him winning should also mean...

Boston Celtics' Brad Stevens named NBA Executive of the Year

Stevens has now won the NBA's most prestigious award for executives twice.

Celtics president Stevens named Executive of Year

Celtics president Brad Stevens built a Boston roster that earned the East No. 2 seed last season, then had to part ways with four members of that roster to escape a massive luxury tax bill, but...

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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