Former NBA star and Hall of Famer Bill Walton has died at the age of 71, the league announced today (Twitter link). According to the NBA’s release, Walton passed away surrounded by family following a “prolonged” battle with cancer. “Bill Walton was truly one of a kind,” NBA commissioner Adam Silver said as part of a longer statement. “As a Hall of Fame player, he redefined the … [Read more...] about Hall Of Famer Bill Walton Passes Away
Jaylen Brown Named Eastern Finals MVP
Celtics wing Jaylen Brown was named the Most Valuable Player of the Eastern Conference Finals, winning the Larry Bird trophy for 2024, the NBA announced (via Twitter). Brown narrowly edged out teammate Jayson Tatum, who earned four of nine votes from media members for the honor at the conclusion of Boston’s 4-0 sweep over the Pacers. Brown received the other five votes (Twitter … [Read more...] about Jaylen Brown Named Eastern Finals MVP
Celtics Notes: Finals, Porzingis, Brown, Holiday, Stevens
The Celtics have lost four Eastern Conference finals and one NBA Finals since drafting Jaylen Brown in 2016, but the veteran wing believes this year’s club is capable of breaking through and being the one that wins a championship, as he told reporters after the C’s secured their spot in the Finals with a win over Indiana on Monday. “We feel like we’re a different team than we … [Read more...] about Celtics Notes: Finals, Porzingis, Brown, Holiday, Stevens
Scotto’s Latest: Wizards, DeRozan, Hunter, Jazz, Magic, Thunder, More
After using a lottery pick last year to add Bilal Coulibaly, the Wizards may draft another Frenchman early in the 2024 event, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, who hears from league sources that the team expects to choose between big man Alexandre Sarr and forward Zaccharie Risacher. Those prospects sit atop most 2024 big boards and mock drafts, so Washington may not … [Read more...] about Scotto’s Latest: Wizards, DeRozan, Hunter, Jazz, Magic, Thunder, More
Haliburton Won’t Play In Game 4 Tonight
Pacers star guard Tyrese Haliburton won’t play in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals tonight against the Celtics, Joe Vardon of The Athletic tweets. Haliburton also missed Game 3 on Saturday due to a left hamstring strain. Indiana, which is facing elimination, nearly won Game 3 without him until Boston staged a fourth-quarter rally. Andrew Nembhard stepped up his … [Read more...] about Haliburton Won’t Play In Game 4 Tonight
Celtics Notes: Game 3, Tillman, Tatum
Thanks to an impressive comeback from an 18-point deficit, the Celtics were able to improve their Eastern Conference Finals series edge over the Pacers to 3-0 on Saturday, writes Tim Bontemps of ESPN. The decisive moment came when All-Defensive guard Jrue Holiday stole the ball from Indiana guard Andrew Nembhard and drew free throws on the other end, helping put Boston up for … [Read more...] about Celtics Notes: Game 3, Tillman, Tatum
Celtics Notes: Tatum, Game 3, Porzingis, Kornet, Holiday
With the Celtics down two centers, Jayson Tatum is ready to spend time in the middle in small-ball lineups, writes Khari Thompson of The Boston Globe. Luke Kornet, who was initially listed as doubtful after spraining his left wrist in Game 2, has been downgraded to out. He’ll be on the bench alongside Kristaps Porzingis, who hasn’t played since April 30 because of a strained … [Read more...] about Celtics Notes: Tatum, Game 3, Porzingis, Kornet, Holiday
Celtics Notes: Brown, Tatum, Kornet, Brissett
After earning All-NBA honors for the first time a year ago as a member of the Second Team, Celtics swingman Jaylen Brown wasn’t included on the 2023/24 All-NBA teams that were announced on Wednesday. Brown responded on Thursday by performing like the best player on the court in Boston’s Game 2 win over Indiana, racking up 40 points on 14-of-27 shooting in 38 minutes of … [Read more...] about Celtics Notes: Brown, Tatum, Kornet, Brissett
And-Ones: TNT Sports, Trades, Santa Cruz, Award Votes
With TNT Sports seemingly on the verge of losing its NBA broadcast rights to NBC during the current round of media rights negotiations, it’s possible the 2024/25 season will be the last one that features TNT’s iconic Inside the NBA studio show, featuring Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille O’Neal. Appearing on The Dan Patrick Show (Twitter video link), … [Read more...] about And-Ones: TNT Sports, Trades, Santa Cruz, Award Votes