Jayson Tatum’s shift from a score-first superstar to a team-first playmaker will be crucial to the Celtics’ success. I need to read more from this story
Boston Celtics
Team owner Walter Brown personally chose Celtics over Whirlwinds, Olympians, and Unicorns (yes, Unicorns) as the nickname for Boston’s Basketball Association of America team in 1946. Despite the warnings of one of his publicity staffers, who told Brown, “No team with an Irish name has ever won a damned thing in Boston,” Brown liked the winning tradition of the nickname; the New York Celtics were a successful franchise during the 1920s.
A Brian Scalabrine Investigation: New Vs. Old NBA Ball
With shooting percentages down among some of its best scorers in the league this season (see: Tatum, Jayson), we wondered if the NBA switching from a Spaulding… I need to read more from this story
Paul Reed Remains With Blue Coats as Sixers Gear up to Face Celtics
Lately, the Philadelphia 76ers have wanted to get second-year forward/center, Paul Reed, some playing time. However, as the Sixers get healthier, it’s become I need to read more from this story
Toronto Temperature: Another week, another handful of losses for the undermanned Raptors.
Injuries continue to wreak havoc on the Raptors, but underlying issues still haunt them. I need to read more from this story
Celtics Need a Boost From Bench as Brutal December Schedule Begins
With the Celtics’ roster getting healthier, the bench might finally be able to provide some consistent production at both ends of the floor, writes Chris… I need to read more from this story
Struggling Fantasy Stars
Matt Stroup, Ryan Knaus, Raphielle Johnson, Dr. A, Brad Stonebraker and Jared Johnson hit a wide range of topics, including Bradley Beal's slow start. (Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports) I need to read more from this story
WATCH: Enes Freedom getting flak for ‘Tucker Carlson’ appearance on ‘Young Turks’ show
This likely isn't the sort of awareness he was hoping to bring to his cause. I need to read more from this story
Damian Lillard injury: Trail Blazers star to miss time, won’t play vs. Celtics
The Portland Trail Blazers announced Wednesday that star point guard Damian Lillard will miss at least the next 10 days due to injury, ruling him out for Saturday's game vs. the Boston Celtics. I need to read more from this story
Philadelphia 76ers at Boston Celtics Game #22 12/1/21
The Celtics host the division rival Philadelphia 76ers before heading out West for 5 games. I need to read more from this story
WATCH: Who will start at point guard when Jaylen Brown returns – Marcus Smart or Dennis Schroder?
The Celtics will have to make a decision about the starting lineup soon. I need to read more from this story