Hoops Rumors

Celtics forward Jayson Tatum underwent surgery to repair a torn Achilles less than three months ago and is still a long way from being cleared for basketball activities. However, a scout who saw Tatum working with high school and college players at Chris Paul‘s CP3 Elite Camp in Las Vegas said the 27-year-old is looking good early in his recovery process, according to Steve … [Read more...] about Scout Shares Positive Update On Jayson Tatum

The financial implications of waiving guard JD Davison are why the Celtics ultimately made the move, Brian Robb of MassLive writes. By letting go of Davison, the Celtics slid under the second apron by approximately $1.9MM with 14 players on the roster. By moving under the apron, the Celtics can send out cash in a trade, can aggregate salaries and are beginning the path to … [Read more...] about Atlantic Notes: Davison, Simmons, Shamet, Nets

Miles Norris only appeared in three games after signing a two-way contract with the Celtics in early March, so he has tried to make a strong impression during Summer League, writes Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe. The 25-year-old power forward had 11 points, including four dunks, in Thursday’s win over the Lakers. He said everything has been positive since he came to Boston, … [Read more...] about Celtics Notes: Norris, Gonzalez, Lillard, Scheierman

Kristaps Porzingis is feeling refreshed and ready to play again, he said in an interview with Latvia’s Sports Studija (YouTube link). Porzingis struggled mightily in the playoffs with the Celtics due to the lingering effects of a mysterious illness he contracted in February. It was later described as post-viral syndrome. He was dealt to the Hawks this summer. “I feel fantastic, … [Read more...] about Hawks’ Kristaps Porzingis Feels ‘Fantastic’ After Recovering From Illness

The Celtics were reported as a potential landing spot for Damian Lillard after he was waived and stretched by Milwaukee, but Lillard never gave serious thought to joining anyone but the Trail Blazers, writes Brian Robb of MassLive. At an introductory press conference this week in Portland, Lillard expressed his excitement over returning to his former team and mentioned a … [Read more...] about Celtics Notes: Lillard, Starting Lineup, Davison, Gonzalez

The 2025 Summer League gave fans and teams first impressions of most of this year’s incoming rookies, as well as serving as a showcase for several sophomores and younger veterans. In the wake of the event, Law Murray of the Athletic breaks down each rookie’s performance with an eye for what it could mean for the coming season. Cooper Flagg (Mavericks), Dylan Harper (Spurs), and … [Read more...] about Summer League Notes: Rookie Standouts, Maluach, Fears

Former Spurs center Charles Bassey is negotiating with several European teams, but he appears to be leaning toward KK Partizan, according to Eurohoops. Agent Mark McNeil confirmed negotiations with the Belgrade club in an interview with Meridian Sport. “Charles is honored by the interest shown by Basketball Club Partizan,” McNeil said. “He is definitely considering the offer … [Read more...] about Partizan Belgrade May Be The Front-Runner To Sign Charles Bassey

The Celtics got back another floor spacer in the trade that sent Kristaps Porzingis to Atlanta, but Georges Niang hasn’t been feeling welcomed by Boston fans, relays Daniel Donabedian of ClutchPoints. In a recent appearance on the OGs podcast (YouTube link), the Massachusetts native discussed his reception since the deal was announced. “I then get traded for Kristaps Porzingis … [Read more...] about Celtics Notes: Niang, Simmons, Bassey, Nicholas