The 2025 NBA Playoffs have delivered thrilling matchups and dramatic moments—and fans are responding in a big way. According to Nielsen data, ESPN platforms are experiencing record-breaking NBA Playoffs TV ratings early in the postseason. David Rumsey of Front Office Sports notes, “After the second weekend of postseason action, the 11 NBA games that aired on ESPN or ABC … [Read more...] about TV Ratings Surge Reflect How Epic The NBA Playoffs Have Been
Jayson Tatum Silences Concerns About Injury and False Playoff Narratives
On Tuesday night, the Boston Celtics closed out their series with the Orlando Magic in a dominant 120-89 win. After missing Game 2 with a wrist injury, Jayson Tatum finished the series with an incredible three-game stretch. Tatum scored 35-plus points in three consecutive games. He averaged 31.3 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 5.3 assists for the series. Let’s dive into Tatum’s … [Read more...] about Jayson Tatum Silences Concerns About Injury and False Playoff Narratives
Kristaps Porziņģis Must Step Up for the Celtics
The Boston Celtics are leading the Orlando Magic 2-1 in the first round of the NBA playoffs. However, Celtics big man Kristaps Porziņģis has notably struggled. This won’t change the outcome of the series, as barring something absurd happening, the Celtics will win, but for Boston to be at their best, Porziņģis must play better. Let’s dive into Porziņģis’ series so far. Kristaps … [Read more...] about Kristaps Porziņģis Must Step Up for the Celtics
Celtics’ Jaylen Brown Faults Referees For Excessive Physicality
The Boston Celtics are up 2-1 over the Orlando Magic and are expected to win the series. However, judging by what we’ve seen so far, they won’t come out of this series unscathed. Injuries from Jayson Tatum‘s wrist to Kristaps Porziņģissplit open forehead (which drew blood, much to Joe Mazzulla’s pleasure) are just some of the results from an intensely physical series that may … [Read more...] about Celtics’ Jaylen Brown Faults Referees For Excessive Physicality
2024-25 Fantasy MVPs: Atlantic Division
This year, the Atlantic Division was one to be excited for. But it was a bit disappointing for a few different reasons. The Boston Celtics and New York Knicks were at the top of the division as predicted. However, the Brooklyn Nets, Toronto Raptors, and Philadelphia 76ers had their seasons derailed by injuries and some egregious tanking. Nonetheless, this division still gave … [Read more...] about 2024-25 Fantasy MVPs: Atlantic Division
Celtics Injuries Could Give Magic Edge in Game 3
The Boston Celtics are rightfully the heavy favorite to come out of their first-round series with the Orlando Magic; however, as Game 3 approaches Friday night, the Celtics have injuries on their mind, Jayson Tatum being one player affected by one ailment himself. Despite Tatum sitting out due to a wrist injury, the Celtics managed to get past the Magic on the back of Jaylen … [Read more...] about Celtics Injuries Could Give Magic Edge in Game 3
Bad Blood Brewing Between KCP and the Celtics
The Boston Celtics currently lead the Orlando Magic 2-0 in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Two games into the series, and Magic wing Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has established himself as somewhat of a villain. KCP has been involved in two controversial plays, which have led to some pointed post-game quotes. Let’s dive into these plays and quotes. Bad Blood Brewing Between … [Read more...] about Bad Blood Brewing Between KCP and the Celtics
Players Predict Celtics to Win the Title and Hail Derrick White as Underrated
The Athletic’s annual anonymous player survey offers insight into how players around the league truly feel. The survey asked 158 players a wide range of questions, including who’s the MVP, what team will win the title, who’s underrated/overrated, potential rule changes, and more. Notably, the Boston Celtics are heavy title favorites according to the players, and guard Derrick … [Read more...] about Players Predict Celtics to Win the Title and Hail Derrick White as Underrated
Celtics Payton Pritchard Wins Sixth Man of the Year
Two years ago, Payton Pritchard sat on the edge of the Boston Celtics’ rotation. Now, he stands at the forefront of league recognition. The NBA officially named Payton Pritchard the 2025 Sixth Man of the Year. It’s the first of the league’s major individual awards to be handed out this postseason. Celtics Payton Pritchard Wins Sixth Man of the Year His journey has been far from … [Read more...] about Celtics Payton Pritchard Wins Sixth Man of the Year