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Kyrie Irving and Kristaps Porzingis have been named the NBA's Players of Week 24. Irving averaged 31.8 points and 5.3 rebounds as the Dallas Mavericks went 3-1. Porzingis averaged 19.8 points, 10.0 rebounds and 3.0 blocks as the Boston Celtics went 4-0. … [Read more...] about Kyrie Irving, Kristaps Porzingis Named NBA Players Of Week 24

The Boston Celtics clinched the best record in the NBA after defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder 135-100 on Wednesday night. "We deserve it. I think it's possibly going to matter if we follow through with the vision we have for ourselves," said Kristaps Porzingis, who finished the game with 27 points and 12 rebounds. The Celtics improved their record to 60-16 on the season. It … [Read more...] about Celtics Clinch Best Record In NBA Following Win Over Thunder

Boston Celtics wing Jaylen Brown is playing through a ligament injury in his left hand. Brown said he has some sort of sprain or strain that is causing him discomfort, but that he doesn't think it's a big deal. Brown said he doesn't believe the injury will cause him to miss any time. Brown is averaging 23.2 points, 5.5 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game. The three-time All-Star … [Read more...] about Jaylen Brown Playing Through Injury In Left Hand

The Charlotte Hornets have received permission to interview multiple current assistant coaches for their head coaching vacancy. The Hornets are looking for a replacement at head coach for Steve Clifford. • David Adelman, Denver Nuggets • Jordi Fernandez, Sacramento Kings • Charles Lee, Boston Celtics • Kevin Young, Phoenix Suns … [Read more...] about Hornets To Interview Charles Lee, David Adelman, Jordi Fernandez, Kevin Young

Rajon Rondo has announced his retirement from the NBA after 16 seasons. During an appearance on the "All the Smoke" podcast, Matt Barnes asked Rondo if he was done in the NBA. "Absolutely," said Rondo. "Yeah, I'm done. I can't. I'd rather spend time with my kids." Rondo is 38 and last played during the 21-22 season with the Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers. "What a … [Read more...] about Rajon Rondo Announces He’s Retired From NBA

Derrick White and Anthony Davis have been named the NBA's Players of the Week for Week 22. White averaged 20.3 points, 6.5 rebounds and 8.8 assists as the Boston Celtics went 4-0. Davis averaged 27.0 points and 16.7 rebounds as the Los Angeles Lakers went 3-0. … [Read more...] about Derrick White, Anthony Davis Named NBA’s Players Of Week 22

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday is dealing with what he called a "dead arm". Holiday was injured when he got caught in a double screen against the Washington Wizards last Sunday. Since then, Holiday has miss three consecutive games. Holiday said "I'm feeling something, for sure" when asked about the injury. He's received medical attention, but the best thing for the injury is … [Read more...] about Jrue Holiday Experiencing ‘Dead Arm’

Jayson Tatum reached the NBA's 65-game threshold in order to become eligible for postseason awards, reported Bobby Marks of ESPN. Tatum is already eligible for a supermax extension after being named to the All-NBA team in 2022 and 2023. Tatum could sign a five year, $315 million extension, the largest in league history. … [Read more...] about Jayson Tatum Reaches 65-Game Criteria, Eligible For Postseason Awards

Jayson Tatum missed Monday's game for the Boston Celtics against the Detroit Pistons due to a right ankle injury. Tatum has now missed three games this season. … [Read more...] about Jayson Tatum Misses Monday’s Game Due To Right Ankle Injury