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Jayson Tatum has been "active" in his recruitment of Damian Lillard to the Boston Celtics, sources told Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe. Washburn adds that the market for Lillard has been slow as it is unlikely that the point guard returns next season from his torn Achilles. The Bucks waived-and-stretched Lillard at the beginning of July. The Warriors and Lakers are … [Read more...] about Jayson Tatum Actively Recruiting Damian Lillard To Celtics

Ahead of the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft, reports came out that the Utah Jazz had discussed trading for Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics. In a post-first-round press conference, Jazz president of basketball operations Austin Ainge refuted the rumors that his team has even talked about trading for Brown. "I don't like to confirm or deny rumors, just as a policy, but I … [Read more...] about Austin Ainge Denies Jazz Engaged Celtics On Trading For Jaylen Brown

Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens had to be somewhat general when he met with the media after the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft. Stevens can't discuss the Jrue Holiday or Kristaps Porzingis trades because they aren't official. However, Stevens was able to give some insight into where the Celtics are heading with those reported deals. "We knew … [Read more...] about Brad Stevens Says Celtics Still Have Solid Foundation In Place With Added Flexibility

The Boston Celtics have successfully dipped below the second apron by trading away Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis and the first round came and went without another trade after they were linked with discussions involving a trade of either Jaylen Brown or Derrick White. Teams selecting in the top-10 of the draft reportedly were making offers for Brown leading to the … [Read more...] about Celtics Require Offer ‘That Blows Them Out Of The Water’ To Trade Jaylen Brown, Derrick White

The Boston Celtics are continuing to be active in trade talks as they are evaluating their options on moving Anfernee Simons to another team after acquiring him from the Portland Trail Blazers as part of the Jrue Holiday deal. Simons, who is represented by Bill Duffy, is on an expiring contract worth $27.7 million. "I have talked to other teams who have said they are actively … [Read more...] about Celtics Continue To Explore Trading Anfernee Simons

In a recent interview with NBC Sports Boston, Celtics guard Derrick White spoke about what this summer was like for him. White has been mentioned in trade rumors since Boston's season ended, but the veteran guard didn't let that bother him. "I think every summer is pretty crazy, especially nowadays," White said. "But I didn't feel too worried about anything. My agent and … [Read more...] about Derrick White Wasn’t Worried About Trade Rumors, Wanted To Stay With Celtics

The Phoenix Suns acquired the No. 31 overall pick and selected Rasheer Fleming out of Saint Joseph's to begin the second round of the 2025 NBA draft. 2025 NBA Draft, Round 1 Results31. Phoenix Suns: Rasheer Fleming, F, Saint Joseph's32. Orlando Magic: Noah Penda, F, France33. Charlotte Hornets: Sion James, SF, Duke34. Charlotte Hornets: Ryan Kalkbrenner, C, Creighton35. … [Read more...] about 2025 NBA Draft Second Round Results: Rasheer Fleming Goes No. 31 To Suns

The Orlando Magic acquired the No. 32 pick from the Boston Celtics for Nos. 46 and 56 along with a 2026 second rounder and a 2027 second rounder. The Magic used the selection on Noah Penda out of France. The Magic plan to sign Penda to a standard NBA contract for the 2025-26 season. Some teams were hoping to draft and stash Penda, which he wasn't interested in. Orlando will … [Read more...] about Magic Acquire No. 32 From Celtics, Select Noah Penda

Damian Lillard is set to become a free agent for the first time in his NBA career. Lillard will be waived-and-stretched by the Milwaukee Bucks after the NBA moratorium ends on Sunday afternoon. Upon clearing waivers, Lillard will be free to pick his next team. One team Lillard has interest in joining is the Boston Celtics. And the Celtics reportedly have shared interest in … [Read more...] about Damian Lillard, Celtics Have Mutual Interest