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Celtics Monitoring Big Man Market With Anfernee Simons’ Expiring Contract

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The Boston Celtics possess Anfernee Simons' $27.6 million expiring salary as a substantial trade chip in their pursuit of frontcourt reinforcements, with sources indicating the franchise has been evaluating the big man market for potential deadline acquisitions. One well-placed observer suggested this week that Boston's deadline activity should provide insight into their … [Read more...] about Celtics Monitoring Big Man Market With Anfernee Simons’ Expiring Contract

How Big Of A Concern Is Grizzlies Big Man Zach Edey’s Health?

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Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey has everything it takes to be one of the NBA’s most dominant big men. At 7-foot-3 and over 290 pounds, he controls the paint. His mountain-esque size is complemented by scintillating skill, from hovering hook shots to precise passes. For these reasons, even people who aren’t fans of the Grizzlies are anxiously awaiting his return from an ankle … [Read more...] about How Big Of A Concern Is Grizzlies Big Man Zach Edey’s Health?

Analysis: Ranger Suárez gives the Red Sox a run-prevention ace built for October

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Suárez is the definition of a run-prevention pitcher, and his profile translates as such. His value is rooted in consistency spread across his starts. He ranked in the 90th percentile in overall pitching run value in 2025, according to Baseball Savant. This statistic ultimately confirms that his success on the bump wasn’t situational or luck-driven while with the Phillies. … [Read more...] about Analysis: Ranger Suárez gives the Red Sox a run-prevention ace built for October

Karalis: Examining Celtics trade rumors to see what’s real and what’s not

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The NBA trade deadline is 3 p.m. on February 5, three weeks and one day from now. The Celtics continue to be mentioned in every rumor involving a big man, no matter how realistic these scenarios may be. So with these trade rumors, we always have to take a deeper look at what’s being said and how realistic they are. … [Read more...] about Karalis: Examining Celtics trade rumors to see what’s real and what’s not

Atlantic Notes: Brown, Embiid, Lowry, Shead

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Jaylen Brown is set to return for the Celtics‘ game against the Heat on Thursday after missing the previous two games with back spasms, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel notes (Twitter link). The Celtics lost both games after winning nine of their previous 11 matchups. Brown believes that the Celtics have not been getting the whistle they should from the referees, … [Read more...] about Atlantic Notes: Brown, Embiid, Lowry, Shead