Drew Ciggs CelticsBlog reporter Noa Dalzell will answer any and all Celtics-related questions every Monday morning — all year long! Good morning, CelticsBlog community! The end of Celtics’ regular season is just a few weeks away, and we’re launching a new weekly column: a Monday MailBag here on CelticsBlog. I (CelticsBlog beat reporter Noa Dalzell) will answer any and … [Read more...] about Monday Mailbag: Ask your Celtics beat writer any questions about the team!
10 takeaways as Celtics flatten Wizards behind balanced effort
Luke Kornet battles for a loose ball in the second half Sunday. | Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images Luke Kornet was everywhere once again. Sunday’s matchup between one team with 57 wins and another with 17 unfolded exactly as one would expect. The Celtics bullied the Wizards on the glass and drilled a steady stream of 3-pointers, running away with a resounding 124-90 triumph at … [Read more...] about 10 takeaways as Celtics flatten Wizards behind balanced effort
Marcus Smart on title aspirations, brotherhood with Celtics teammates, being called ‘Unc’ in DC — and more
Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images The former Celtics guard finds himself on a rebuilding Wizards team after a challenging year and a half post-trade. But, he’s maintained a level of gratitude and perspective through it all. BOSTON — When Marcus Smart comes to Boston, he doesn’t schedule a bunch of reunions or try to cram in visits to all of his favorite spots from his 9 years … [Read more...] about Marcus Smart on title aspirations, brotherhood with Celtics teammates, being called ‘Unc’ in DC — and more
Derrick White and Jrue Holiday are primed for the playoffs
Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images Boston’s backcourt could be the key to back-to-back banners. Derrick White and Jrue Holiday have been through some stuff this season. A tough stretch during the dog days of the NBA season had White feeling joyless and low energy during the holidays. For Jrue, nagging injuries to his shoulder and shooting hand have hampered … [Read more...] about Derrick White and Jrue Holiday are primed for the playoffs
Boston Celtics Daily Links 4/7/25
Baylor Scheierman vs Grizzlies 3/31/25 | Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images All the Celtics news you need in one convenient place. Herald Celtics dominate Wizards, win by 34 without Jayson Tatum, Kristaps Porzingis Marcus Smart involved in altercation with Celtics fan in latest return to Boston Globe Celtics roll past Wizards for 11th win in last 12 … [Read more...] about Boston Celtics Daily Links 4/7/25
Maine Celtics continue G League title pursuit on Sunday in clash of MVPs
JD Davison and Mac McClung will face off in an Eastern Conference Finals game between the Maine Celtics and the Osceola Magic — as both teams look to punch their ticket to the Finals. The Maine Celtics are one win away from another G League Finals appearance — but standing in the way are the Osceola Magic, the top seed in the Eastern Conference. The Celtics and the Magic face … [Read more...] about Maine Celtics continue G League title pursuit on Sunday in clash of MVPs
Boston Celtics Daily Links 4/6/25
Santi Aldama vs Celtics 3/31/25 | Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images All the Celtics news you need in one convenient place. Globe Who’s headed to Springfield as part of the Basketball Hall of Fame 2025 class? Celtics vs. Wizards preview: Boston hosts East’s worst following historic night CelticsBlog Gang’s all here: we all just got a reminder of how fun it … [Read more...] about Boston Celtics Daily Links 4/6/25
Washington Wizards (17-60) at Boston Celtics (57-20) Game #78 4/6/25
Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images The Celtics look to win their second straight game as they host the Washington Wizards. The Celtics look to win their second straight game as they host the Washington Wizards for their only game in Boston this season. This is the 4th, and final, game between these two teams this season. The Celtics beat the Wizards 122-102 in Washington … [Read more...] about Washington Wizards (17-60) at Boston Celtics (57-20) Game #78 4/6/25
Celtics share Kristaps Porzingis, Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum injury updates for Wizards game
Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images Tatum and Porzingis will sit against the Wizards, while Brown will continue to play through a knee injury. BOSTON — The Celtics will be down two starters in Sunday’s matchup against the Wizards, with Kristaps Porzingis and Jayson Tatum both sitting. Porzingis was a late scratch, added to the injury report just an hour before the … [Read more...] about Celtics share Kristaps Porzingis, Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum injury updates for Wizards game