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The Boston Celtics have engaged the Brooklyn Nets in trade talks over Kevin Durant, sources told Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Wojnarowski adds that although the Celtics are no closer than any other team in trading for Durant, the potential to add Jaylen Brown as a centerpiece in a deal makes them "formidable" partners. The Celtics could offer Brown, three unprotected … [Read more...] about Celtics Engage Nets In Trade Talks For Kevin Durant, Jaylen Brown Mentioned As Possible Centerpiece

The Boston Celtics have signed big man Mfiondu Kabengele to a Two-Way contract. Kabengele was one of the Celtics standouts during Summer League. Kabengele was drafted with the 27th pick of the first round of the 2019 NBA Draft. He was later traded from the LA Clippers to the Sacramento Kings in a salary clearing move for the Clippers in 2021. Last season, the 6-foot-10 … [Read more...] about Mfiondu Kabengele, Celtics Sign Two-Way Contract

The Boston Celtics have signed 2022 second round draft pick J.D. Davison to a two-way contract. Davison (6-3, 195), competed in 33 games (six starts) as a freshman at the University of Alabama in 2021-22, averaging 8.5 points on 46.3% shooting (30.1% 3-PT), 4.8 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.0 steals in 25.8 minutes. The Southeastern Conference All-Freshman Team selection and … [Read more...] about J.D. Davison Signs Two-Way Contract With Celtics

The Boston Celtics agreed to a three-year, $6 million deal with Sam Hauser, sources told Adam Himmelsbach of the Globe. The first two years of the deal are fully guaranteed. Hauser, who was on a two-way deal last season with the Celtics, averaged 2.5 points and 1.1 rebounds in 26 games. The Celtics are optimistic that Hauser can turn into a rotation player next season. The … [Read more...] about Sam Hauser Signs Three-Year, $6M Deal With Celtics

Danilo Gallinari has agreed to sign the Boston Celtics on a two-year, $13 million deal once he clears waivers following his release by the San Antonio Spurs. The second year of the deal is a player option. Boston is using its $6.5 million taxpayer midlevel to sign Gallinari. The Spurs acquired Gallinari as part of the Dejounte Murray trade with the Atlanta Hawks. Gallinari … [Read more...] about Danilo Gallinari, Celtics Agree To Two-Year, $13M Deal

The Boston Celtics have agreed to acquire Malcolm Brogdon from the Indiana Pacers for Daniel Theis, Aaron Nesmith and a 2023 first round pick. Boston will also include Nik Stauskas, Malik Fitts and Juwan Morgan in the deal. The Pacers have been shopping Brogdon throughout the offseason as the team acquired Tyrese Haliburton from the Sacramento Kings at the deadline. Brogdon … [Read more...] about Celtics Acquire Malcom Brogdon From Pacers For Daniel Theis, Aaron Nesmith, First Rounder

The Boston Celtics have agreed to re-sign backup big man Luke Kornet. Kornet will reportedly ink a two-year contract with the Celtics. The 7-foot-1 forward/center has spent parts of the last two seasons with Boston. Kornet has also played for the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers and Milwaukee Bucks during that time. The Celtics prize Kornet for his shooting range and his … [Read more...] about Luke Kornet, Celtics Agree To Two-Year Contract

We say it every summer, but this year's NBA free agency has the potential to be one of the wildest in recent memory. Though Kyrie Irving's decision to opt into the final year of his contract with the Brooklyn Nets - taking him off the board as the league's most coveted free agent - there's still a chance he could be on the move if GM Sean Marks wants to cut his losses. In … [Read more...] about NBA Free Agency Odds & Betting Guide – Are There Value Bets?

Nic Batum declined his $3.3 million player option with the Los Angeles Clippers to become a free agent. While Batum is widely expected to re-sign with the Clippers on a two-year deal, the Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls, Boston Celtics, Phoenix Suns and Utah Jazz will have strong interest in signing him. Batum has played a key role with the Clippers since joining the team … [Read more...] about Nic Batum To Receive Interest From Clippers, Lakers, Bulls, Celtics, Suns, Jazz