The Celtics host the Bulls Friday, Oct. 30, 7:30 PM ET in the NBA Emirates Cup (Group C). Boston (3‑1) seeks a repeat of their 134‑99 rout from earlier this week, while Chicago (1‑4) looks to rebound after a coaching change and a flurry of roster moves, including Nic Claxton (hamstring) out and Norman Powell averaging 21.6 points. Celtics’ starters—Derrick White, Jordan Walsh, Paul George, Jayson Tatum, Mitchell Robinson—remain unchanged, with only Devin Carter sidelined by illness. Key matchup: Tatum vs rookie Caleb Wilson, who posts 20.8 points and 7 rebounds per game. The game decides the first Emirates Cup win for both clubs and impacts the group stage race.
Despite a strong 3-1 start, Boston took an unexpected dip in ESPN’s latest NBA power rankings. Here’s why the Celtics are getting slept on.
In a podcast with Daniel Radcliffe, 76ers star Jaylen Brown says NBA awards are "made up" and stresses that external validation shouldn't dictate a player’s worth. He argues that chasing accolades can trap a player in others' narratives, urging instead a focus on leadership, adversity, and team sacrifice—principles that guided his All‑Star, All‑NBA and 2024 championship résumé. Brown also tackles criticism, distinguishing false attacks from mere opinions, and even picks Slytherin as his Hogwarts house, challenging stereotypes. The conversation blends humor with a deeper message about self‑defined standards over public praise, offering insight into Brown’s mindset beyond the court.
Mitchell Robinson's first 4 games with the Celtics have been rough on film, but his underlying stats paint an even harsher reality for Joe Mazzulla's rotation.
Bob Ryan, Gary Tanguay and Jeff Goodman break down the Celtics' early-season surge, highlighting Jayson Tatum's 28‑point average and questioning whether the team can keep leaning on him. The trio also delves into the escalating Tatum‑Brown feud, examining broadcast criticism of Brown and Jeff's defense of Tatum amid claims of disrespect. The episode wraps with league‑wide notes on LeBron James' Philadelphia debut, Houston's strong start, and Jeff Goodman’s farewell from the regular roster. Listeners get a concise look at Boston's dynamics and broader NBA headlines.
Mitchell Robinson has been a bit underwhelming to begin his Boston Celtics tenure, but fans need to remain patient with him.
Sam Hauser's impact has been awesome this season, which is why his role should get bigger with the Boston Celtics going forward. His chemistry with Jayson Tatum and Paul George should give him more playing time.
Bobby Manning and Noa Dalzell break down Jayson Tatum’s expanded role in Boston’s offense early this season, highlighting his post‑injury resurgence and the impact of his game‑winning shot against the Nets on Tuesday. They assess how his increased playmaking and scoring options could sustain the Celtics’ surge and elevate Tatum into genuine MVP contention.
Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla is turning to artificial intelligence to audit his own practice plans. On a 98.5 The Sports Hub interview, he explains he feeds last season’s schedules into AI to see if time allocations match his stated priorities—like improving offensive rebounding—or if key focus areas are under‑emphasized. He also uses AI to evaluate halftime routines and reactive film sessions. With the Celtics sitting 3‑1 as they prepare to host the Chicago Bulls on Friday, Mazzulla hopes the tech‑driven review will help him learn from past decisions and refine future coaching.
Jordan Walsh and Sam Hauser detail how Paul George is helping them elevate their defense. The Celtics' new wing is doing more than offering pearls of wisdom.
Former NBA star Paul Pierce tells a California court he is "drowning financially" after his last Fox Sports check arrived in August. He claims his monthly income plummeted from an estimated $119,000 to zero, with only $23,000 earned from business partnerships last month. Pierce reports $28,000 in child support, $20,000 in spousal support, and $48,000 in personal expenses—including $7,000 on dining out. He lists $300,000 in cash and $3 million in property, while his ex‑partner Princess Santiago seeks an additional $50,000 in legal fees. The case remains unresolved.
Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin suffers a right‑leg bone bruise in the second quarter of Tuesday’s 108‑102 loss to Boston, prompting a one‑week reevaluation. The 20‑year‑old left after posting just two points on 1‑of‑3 shooting and will miss the next game, extending the Nets’ winless start. Coach Jordi Fernandez highlighted Demin’s offseason aggression and recent improvements, but noted his shooting struggles (30.8% overall, 31.6% from three). With Demin sidelined, veteran Keon Ellis could rejoin the lineup, while rookie Mikel Brown Jr. logged a season‑high 28 minutes and 17 points. The Nets face Detroit on Friday.
Jaylen Brown showed off his knowledge of his new Philadelphia 76ers teammates' personalities by identifying where they would fit in the world of Harry Potter.
The Boston Celtics Daily Links for October 29, 2026 curates the week’s top Celtics coverage, featuring Paul George’s mentorship spotlight, Jaylen Brown’s denial of trade rumors, Jayson Tatum’s buzzer‑beater against the Brooklyn Nets, and a historic charitable gift to Boston Children’s Hospital. It also highlights analyses of Mitchell Robinson’s slow start, Joe Mazzulla’s lineup tweaks, and interviews with Jordan Walsh, Sam Hauser, and other players. Readers get quick access to podcasts, videos, and articles from NESN, The Athletic, Sports Hub, and more.
The Celtics Daily Links roundup (Oct. 29, 2026) spotlights a flurry of Celtics headlines: the franchise unveils a historic gift to Boston Children’s Hospital and invites patients to practice, while Jaylen Brown publicly denies trade‑request rumors and fires back at former teammate Brian Scalabrine. Concerns rise over Mitchell Robinson’s sluggish start, prompting debate on whether fans should panic. The recap also notes Jayson Tatum’s clutch performances, Paul George’s mentorship praise, and updates on rookies AJ Dybantsa, Jordan Walsh and Dillon Mitchell, plus several practice interview snippets.
Jaylen Brown sorts LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, and other NBA personalities into Hogwarts houses alongside Daniel Radcliffe.
Former Celtics legend Paul Pierce reveals he is facing financial strain after his contract with Fox Sports ends, according to court filings obtained by TMZ and reported on Oct. 27. The documents show Pierce struggling to meet his obligations without the network's income, highlighting the challenges even high‑profile athletes can encounter post‑career.
Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin suffers a bone bruise in his right leg and will miss at least the next four games—Detroit (Fri), Indiana (Sun), New York (Mon) and Charlotte (Wed). The injury, first labeled a contusion in Tuesday’s loss to Boston where Demin played just 10 minutes, forced a reevaluation in a week. The 20‑year‑old, the 8th overall pick in 2025, has been averaging 9.7 points, 3.0 assists and 2.7 rebounds in 25.7 minutes while shooting 30.8% this season. Mikel Brown Jr. and Nolan Traore are expected to see increased minutes.
Brian Scalabrine's comments on Jaylen Brown reveal a deeper disconnect regarding his status next to Jayson Tatum and why a Celtics split became inevitable.
After the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday (10/28), Jaylen Brown told reporters that he did not request a trade from the Boston Celtics this offseason.
Boston Celtics fans may still hate the Jaylen Brown trade, but Paul George’s impressive play to start the season is making the move easier to stomach.
Jaylen Brown addresses lingering tension after the Boston Celtics trade him to the Philadelphia 76ers, debunking rumors that he demanded the move. The former two-time All-NBA star, a five‑time All-Star and 2025‑26 Finals MVP, says he never issued ultimatums and remains on good terms with commentator Brian Scalabrine, who previously claimed Brown wanted a trade. Brown also hints at a strained relationship with longtime teammate Jayson Tatum, who posted a surprised reaction to the trade. The article notes their first showdown is set for Nov. 10, with Brown’s return to Boston slated for January, promising compelling drama on the court.
Rookie guard Mikel Brown Jr. logged a season‑high 28 minutes in the Nets’ 125‑124 OT loss to Boston on Oct. 28, scoring 17 points, 5 assists and 5 rebounds, including a clutch three that forced overtime. Coach Jordi Fernandez says Brown’s minutes limit won’t be lifted until he consistently hits a 24‑minute threshold, so a starting role is still off the table. The Nets also shuffled their lineup, inserting Nolan Traore for Keon Ellis, while Egor Demin left with a leg contusion. Brown feels fine but admits he can’t afford mistakes after his late‑game layup that set up Jayson Tatum’s buzzer‑beater.
The Celtics have the NBA's best trio of centers. What they have gotten from Luka Garza has been critical to Boston's early-season success.
Although the Bulls lost, Chicago's play improved significantly in these four areas compared to the loss against the Celtics.