Celtics center Daniel Theis is a long way from home, but the German native is getting along quite well in his third year with Boston. And during his birthday takeover of the NBA’s official Twitter account Saturday, the recently turned 28-year-old was asked what he likes most about living in Boston. Unsurprisingly, he said the fans and the food. “Boston is a great city,” Theis … [Read more...] about Celtics’ Daniel Theis Shares Why He Loves Boston In NBA Twitter Takeover
Paul Pierce Wants In On NBA’s Reported Televised H-O-R-S-E Competition
Paul Pierce is ready for an opportunity to remind the basketball world that “The Truth” still hurts. With the NBA season suspended due to COVID-19, the league and ESPN reportedly on working on a televising a H-O-R-S-E competition in the near future. The event would feature multiple high-profile players competing in isolation at their home gyms. And, well, Pierce wants in. Check … [Read more...] about Paul Pierce Wants In On NBA’s Reported Televised H-O-R-S-E Competition
Celtics Players Reveal Which Teammates Would Make Best, Worst Roommates
There are plenty of characters currently on the Boston Celtics. But no matter how big or small the personalities, the team gels much more than it has in previous seasons. (We’re looking at you, 2018-19 squad.) So, which teammate would make the best roommate? Or better yet — which would be the worst? Several C’s players — including Gordon Hayward, Jayson Tatum, Marcus Smart, … [Read more...] about Celtics Players Reveal Which Teammates Would Make Best, Worst Roommates
Bruins’ Brandon Carlo Joins Sophia Jurksztowicz For A Quarantine Chat
Boston Bruins defenseman Brandon Carlo joins NESN’s Sophia Jurksztowicz to discuss how he has been handling life in quarantine. The B’s blue liner discusses his recovery from a concussion he suffered just before the NHL season was suspended indefinitely. He also shares how he has kept in touch with his Bruins teammates, how he feels the Stanley Cup playoffs should unfold and … [Read more...] about Bruins’ Brandon Carlo Joins Sophia Jurksztowicz For A Quarantine Chat
Chris Nilan at peace still pulls no punches
Chris Nilan insists he’s no longer into conflict or negativity, which would seem antithetical to his gig as a sports radio talk show host in Montreal. But the kid from West Roxbury — ninth all-time on the NHL’s penalty minutes list — is still willing to drop the gloves when someone needs protecting. In this case, humanity. Nilan is working his daily shift on TSN 690 from home, … [Read more...] about Chris Nilan at peace still pulls no punches
What you’ll need to see before you see the NBA again
I have believed since the NBA (then much of the world) went into lockdown that the next games would be played without fans in the building. Then it appeared likely that whatever can be salvaged of the 2019-20 season will have to be held in one or more centralized locations. But while my thought was something along the lines of the league taking over the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, … [Read more...] about What you’ll need to see before you see the NBA again
Josh McDaniels faces huge challenge prepping Tom Brady’s successor
Josh McDaniels just might have the toughest job in the NFL this coming season. The Patriots’ offensive coordinator has to prepare someone to replace Tom Brady. He has to get him to a level where moving on from the GOAT doesn’t seem like a disaster. And, he has to do so in the midst of a global health crisis that is likely to curtail most, if not all, early camps and organized … [Read more...] about Josh McDaniels faces huge challenge prepping Tom Brady’s successor
NFL Power Rankings after Tom Brady’s departure and free agency mostly done
After getting through the major brunt of free agency, with the NFL still conducting business through the coronavirus pandemic, it seemed like a good time to assess where teams stand in the NFL. A lot has happened since the Chiefs hoisted the Lombardi Trophy in February. Quarterbacks have played musical chairs, with none bigger than Tom Brady changing seats after 20 years in … [Read more...] about NFL Power Rankings after Tom Brady’s departure and free agency mostly done
Pigs take flight: New York hearts New England Patriots
A staple of the Patriots under Robert Kraft has been an ability to deliver in the clutch. The tale of six Super Bowls won during Kraft’s ownership, under the guidance of Bill Belichick and through the steady hand of Tom Brady, is spiced with miraculous comebacks, historic upsets and unbelievable moments. It’s never been dull. Even the three Super Bowl losses since 2001 have … [Read more...] about Pigs take flight: New York hearts New England Patriots