"That was impressive from Amari, I'm not going to lie." The post Celtics center Amari Williams earns praise from Jaylen Brown in his NBA debut appeared first on Boston.com. … [Read more...] about Celtics center Amari Williams earns praise from Jaylen Brown in his NBA debut
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Lakers Become Second Team To Secure Spot In NBA Cup Quarterfinals
With their 135-118 win over the rival Clippers on Tuesday, the Lakers moved to 3-0 in NBA Cup group play and clinched their spot atop Western Conference Group B. They’re the second team to secure a place in the knockout round, joining the Raptors. As Khobi Price of The Southern California News Group writes, the Lakers’ “big three” propelled the team to victory on Tuesday. Luka … [Read more...] about Lakers Become Second Team To Secure Spot In NBA Cup Quarterfinals
Bucks Keeping Eye On Zach LaVine
The Bucks have conducted “background due diligence” on Kings guard Zach LaVine, among other potential trade targets, sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Even after winning their past two games, the Kings are just 5-13 so far this season, so the expectation is that they’ll seriously consider the possibility of moving some of their veterans – most notably LaVine and DeMar … [Read more...] about Bucks Keeping Eye On Zach LaVine
Celtics tried to trade for potential starting center if latest rumor is true
According to HoopsHype's Michael Scotto, the Celtics were interested in Nets center Day'Ron Sharpe, but weren't able to land him as a free agent. … [Read more...] about Celtics tried to trade for potential starting center if latest rumor is true
Derrick White breaks out of shooting slump and other takeaways from Celtics win over Pistons
"I told somebody one game that I might not make anything else, but I'll make a big one," White said. The post Derrick White breaks out of shooting slump and other takeaways from Celtics win over Pistons appeared first on Boston.com. … [Read more...] about Derrick White breaks out of shooting slump and other takeaways from Celtics win over Pistons
Scotto’s Latest: Ellis, Pacers, Sabonis, Morant, Wolves, More
With Keegan Murray very unlikely to be traded this season due in part to the poison pill provision, the most coveted player on the Kings‘ roster might be guard Keon Ellis, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, who says executives across the NBA have been surprised by Ellis’ limited role so far this fall. Ellis started 28 of his 80 games last season and averaged 24.4 minutes … [Read more...] about Scotto’s Latest: Ellis, Pacers, Sabonis, Morant, Wolves, More
Joe Mazzulla provides encouraging update on Neemias Queta
Neemias Queta sprained his left ankle in the Boston Celtics' 138-129 win against the Orlando Magic on Sunday. Fortunately, he might not be out long. … [Read more...] about Joe Mazzulla provides encouraging update on Neemias Queta
The Boston Celtics Above .500 After One Month Of Basketball
After thirty days of regular season play, the Boston Celtics are sitting just above .500 in the standings. This places them as the holder of the tenth seed in the Eastern Conference. The Celtics are sitting at a smooth 9-8 record, having played without their star player, Jayson Tatum, and are being led by veterans Jaylen Brown and Derrick White. Both of whom are playing an … [Read more...] about The Boston Celtics Above .500 After One Month Of Basketball
Celtics Trade Buzz: Flamethrower Move On The Horizon?
BOSTON — The Boston Celtics were expected to slide this year. Jayson Tatum’s Achilles tear created an opening to reset a roster strained by a massive tax bill. Many across the league viewed this season as a gap year and believed Boston would simply manage the schedule while absorbing the financial consequences of its previous title push. Yet Joe Mazzulla’s group has refused to … [Read more...] about Celtics Trade Buzz: Flamethrower Move On The Horizon?