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Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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Herald Celtics’ 2026-27 schedule features unusual opener, Christmas game Globe Celtics to open 2026-27 NBA slate with Oct. 20 afternoon game at Detroit Payton Pritchard talks Jaylen Brown trade,...

Review: Olivia Dean taught Boston how to love at TD Garden

Dean dazzled fans with sparkles, class, her iconic banana shaker, and plenty of words of wisdom on connection and healing. The post Review: Olivia Dean taught Boston how to love at TD Garden...

International Notes: Jokic, World Cup Qualifiers, Reese, Bediako

If Nikola Jokic signs a new contract with the Nuggets next summer, it could be the most lucrative deal in NBA history. But that hasn’t discouraged Dimitrios Giannakopoulos, the owner of the Greek...

Why the NBA completely whiffed on its Christmas Day slate

The NBA Christmas Day slate is always a big one, but this season, the league left a lot of meat on the bone.

The NBA didn't need to schedule Celtics vs. 76ers on one of its big days

The first Celtics vs. 76ers matchup in Boston is going to have eyes on it regardless of what day it's played on.

Celtics assistant Phil Pressey takes next step towards an NBA head coaching job

Celtics assistant Phil Pressey is headed back to Maine to coach the Maine Celtics for a second straight year.

NBA surprisingly snubs Jaylen Brown’s Boston return from marquee slates

Jaylen Brown's return to TD Garden seemed built for opening night or Christmas, but the NBA schedule makers had other plans.

LeBron may have saved the Celtics from a disastrous scenario

LeBron James' decision to join the 76ers clearly influenced the NBA's opening night slate, potentially saving the Celtics from a Knicks banner night at MSG.

Celtics to open 2026-27 NBA slate with Oct. 20 afternoon game at Detroit

The Celtics are back in the Christmas Day rotation this year. The post Celtics to open 2026-27 NBA slate with Oct. 20 afternoon game at Detroit appeared first on Boston.com.

Celtics fittingly set for Christmas rivalry clash with Giannis, hated Heat

The Heat were a constant antagonist to Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Now, their rivalry in the Celtics' new era renews with a Christmas clash.

Celtics given shocking opening "night" matchup with East foe

The Celtics will open the 2026-27 season against the Pistons in Detroit. Oh, and the game will be in the middle of the day.

Celtics Opening Day, Christmas Day game schedule revealed

The Celtics will tip off the 2026-2027 NBA season on the road against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday, October 20th at 3pm ET, the NBA has announced. It’s the first in a three-game slate, followed...

NBA Announces Opening Night, Christmas Day Games

The NBA has begun to reveal its schedule for the 2026/27 season, announcing a series of matchups on Tuesday that include the opening day slate, the nationally televised games during opening week,...

Banner Years: 1964, answering the question, ‘Can the Celtics win without Cousy?’

NBA history spans 80 seasons, and as CelticsBlog readers well know, the Boston Celtics have won a league-high 18 championships. This month, we are recapping each of those title years. After Bob...

Monday, August 10, 2026
Celtics should be rooting for Ben Simmons to sign with the 76ers

A Ben Simmons return to Philadelphia sounds like a long shot, but it would be a dream scenario for Boston fans.

Paul George flipping script in Sixers-Celtics series was perfect Boston audition

Paul George was one of the key reasons why Philadelphia beat the Boston Celtics in this latest postseason. He also basically gave Boston what they used to give to Philadelphia in their previous...

Why a Payton Pritchard Celtics extension may not happen this fall

Celtics fans may want to temper expectations when it comes to a Payton Pritchard contract extension this October.

Paul George's contract looks better with each passing day

A few months ago, Paul George's contract looked all but untradeable, but now, Sam Quinn doesn't even rank it among the NBA's 10 worst.

International Notes: Mills, Giannis, A. Williams, EuroCup

Longtime NBA guard Patty Mills has officially signed a one-year deal with ASVEL, the French team announced in a press release. Mills will be reuniting with Tony Parker, ASVEL’s owner, president,...

Payton Pritchard talks Jaylen Brown trade, contract extension with Celtics

"... I'm very grateful for the relationship I've had with JB, because he kind of took me under his wing, pushed me, made me better." The post Payton Pritchard talks Jaylen Brown trade, contract...

Steph Curry's former teammate 'would love to see' Warriors icon join Tatum on Celtics

"I would love to see Steph Curry go to Boston." D'Angelo Russell explains why the Warriors icon should team up with Jayson Tatum on the Celtics.

Heat should be kicking themselves for not signing former Celtics guard

Landing a former Celtics guard in free agency would have filled two glaring needs for the Heat. Where he went instead was a much worse outcome for Boston.

The ridiculous Jayson Tatum narratives are progressively getting worse

By virtue of being the Boston Celtics' franchise player, Jayson Tatum has certainly gotten quite a bit of ire. However, while it's fair to criticize his flaws, media types are now resorting to...

Celtics predicted to outbid Heat, Cavs for $305M future Hall of Famer to pair with Jayson Tatum

The Boston Celtics are still looking to make a move this summer. In this deal, they add a 17-year veteran looking to make an impact on a championship contender.

Payton Pritchard Not “Really Looking” At Extension

Celtics guard Payton Pritchard is eligible for an extension but he’s in no rush to sign one. Pritchard made that comment to Chris Forsberg on the Celtics Talk Podcast, as relayed by...

Boston Celtics Daily Links 8/10/26

Herald Don Nelson, second-winningest NBA coach who won 5 titles with Celtics, dies at 86 Globe Tell us: What’s your farewell message to Jaylen Brown? Jaylen Brown to host public Boston block party...

Heat predicted to outbid Celtics for $342M elite shooter, three-time All-Star, 14-year veteran

The Miami Heat are still looking to add to the roster. In this potential deal, they sign a veteran shooter that the Boston Celtics have also expressed interest in.

Lack of chemistry in two-man game another factor in Celtics' Jaylen Brown trade

Given the personnel, the Celtics' offense was outstanding last season, but there's reason to believe it can be a whole lot better.

Latest Kawhi Leonard update spells tough news for the Celtics

If the Kawhi Leonard move to the Raptors goes through, that's just one more foe for the Celtics to fight off this season.

Jaylen Brown to host free Boston block party at Boston Common on Aug. 30

The Celtics star will host “741 Frequency Fest” as a thank-you to fans at the Boston Common. The post Jaylen Brown to host free Boston block party at Boston Common on Aug. 30 appeared first on...

Latest Kawhi Leonard clip had me thinking the Celtics added a washed Paul George

Thankfully, the clip of Kawhi Leonard clowning Paul George's defense in a promotional streetball game was just that -- promotional.

Don't worry, Ben Simmons' attempted NBA comeback will not involve the Celtics

Much like Stephen Curry, Ben Simmons won't be playing for the Celtics this season. So, let's not even get the ball rolling.

Hidden tactical reason Paul George will thrive in Joe Mazzulla’s System

Why Paul George's underrated pick-and-roll metrics make him a custom-built 'cheat code' for Joe Mazzulla's offense.

How Joe Mazzulla's turnover obsession drove the Jaylen Brown trade

Jaylen Brown led the NBA with 259 turnovers in 2025-2026. Here is how Boston’s obsession with the possession game ultimately forced a blockbuster trade.

LeBron finding his new Kyrie Irving in Tyrese Maxey is scary hours for the Celtics

The Boston Celtics inadvertently sent LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers because of the Jaylen Brown trade. Even with that, James' chemistry with Tyrese Maxey might be the scariest part about...

Banner Years: 1963, Celts greet Hondo, bid Cooz adieu

NBA history spans 80 seasons, and as CelticsBlog readers well know, the Boston Celtics have won a league-high 18 championships. This month, we are recapping each of those title years. The 1962-63...

Sunday, August 9, 2026
Celtics legend Don Nelson passes away, leaving incredible legacy behind

With his number 19 jersey retired in TD Garden, Don Nelson passed away on Sunday at the age of 86.

Boston Celtics Daily Links 8/9/26

Globe Don Nelson, Celtics great who won five titles before revolutionizing coaching, dies at 86 Honoring Celtics legend Bob Cousy — ‘I’m in double overtime’ — on the occasion of his 98th birthday...

Don Nelson, second-winningest NBA coach who won 5 titles as a Celtics player, dies at 86

Nelson played 11 of his 14 seasons in Boston and was on five Celtics championship teams under four different coaches. The post Don Nelson, second-winningest NBA coach who won 5 titles as a Celtics...

Celtics reporter sparks outrage after false claims about Jayson Tatum

Jayson Tatum already deals with enough hate, and now he has Celtics reporters making up lies to slander him.

Hall Of Famer Don Nelson Dies At Age 86

Three-time NBA Coach of the Year Don Nelson has died at age 86, his family announced in a statement, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Twitter links). “On Sunday morning our beloved...

Warriors playing dangerous game with Stephen Curry that Celtics must monitor closely

We've gotten no indication that Stephen Curry wants to leave Golden State, but the Warriors are certainly testing his loyalty.

Boston Celtics star named one of most overpaid players at his position
Boston's secret weapon isn't stars; it's role players dominating hyper-specific jobs

One of the keys to Boston's success last year was not asking anyone to do too much or step too far out of their comfort zone.

Checking In On Open Two-Way Spots

Two-way contracts allow NBA teams to carry three extra players in addition to the 15 on their regular season roster. These players generally bounce back and forth between the NBA and G League, but...

The unfair pressure stacking up on Jayson Tatum ahead of the new season

You'd think there would be some grace for a player trying to return from a torn Achilles, but the pressure has never been higher for Jayson Tatum.

Derrick White's 3-ball returning to form would revolutionize Mazzulla Ball

Derrick White was still an awesome player, but everyone could see his three-pointer fell off a tad. Because the circumstances will be different this coming season, the Boston Celtics may get a...

Celtics' Luka Garza among first to take advantage of the NBPA's newest resource

Celtics center Luka Garza was among the first at the NBPA's new performance center. The timing is crucial as he fights for his place in Boston and the NBA.

Saturday, August 8, 2026
Tyrese Maxey is glad Jaylen Brown has embraced Philadelphia so quickly

Jaylen Brown has been quite impressive with how quickly he has taken to the 76ers.

Celtics Notes: Harper, George, Gansey, Brown

The four-year contract that Ron Harper Jr. signed in July assures he will remain in Celtics green, but fans will notice something different about him next season, Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston...

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