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Nets’ Egor Demin downplays concerns about leg injury after exiting Celtics matchup

Brooklyn Nets guard Egor Demin left the overtime 125-124 loss to the Boston Celtics with a right‑leg contusion after a knee clash with Paul George. Despite the setback, Demin told reporters the injury is “nothing serious” and expects to be ready in a couple of days for the Nets’ Friday game against Detroit. The sophomore, who has started all four season openers and is averaging 9.7 points, 2.7 rebounds and 3.0 assists, praised teammate Mikel Brown Jr.’s late‑game effort despite the loss. Nolan Traoré also contributed 15 points for Brooklyn.

Jayson Tatum hits overtime buzzer-beater as Celtics edge Nets

Jayson Tatum drops 40 points and nails a 17-foot jumper at the overtime buzzer to give the Boston Celtics a 125-124 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Oct. 28, 2026, at TD Garden. The victory lifts Boston to 3‑1 on the season and extends its three‑game streak, while the Nets fall to 0‑4. Tatum shoots 10‑of‑20 overall in the thriller.

Paul Pierce Sends Cryptic One-Word Response After Report Claims Celtics Legend Has Just $3,793 a Month Left Amid Court Battle

Paul Pierce shrugs off a viral TMZ claim that he has only $3,793 left each month after court‑ordered child and spousal support by replying with a single word—“Cap”—on X. The report, tied to his ongoing legal fight with ex‑girlfriend Princess Santiago, cites court filings that show his regular Fox Sports salary dropped to zero, while his monthly outgoings total about $96,000, including $28,000 in child support and $20,000 in spousal support. Documents also note $23,000 of September income from business interests and $300,000 cash with $3 million in property. Pierce’s attorney says he’s “drowning financially,” but the figures don’t reflect his full net worth. The case remains unresolved.

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum isn’t interested in becoming face of Achilles injury

Jayson Tatum delivers a 40‑point, game‑winning buzzer‑beater as the Boston Celtics edge the Brooklyn Nets 125‑124 in overtime, extending their win streak to three. Returning from a season‑ending Achilles tear, Tatum says he doesn’t want to become the "face of Achilles injuries," though he praises the NBA brotherhood and connections with fellow recoverees Tyrese Haliburton and Damian Lillard. He now averages 28 points, 6.3 rebounds and 8 assists in four games, while other players like Brandon Ingram and Ben Simmons grapple with similar setbacks.

Jayson Tatum makes MVP case in Celtics OT win over Nets | You Got Boston

Jayson Tatum fuels Boston’s 125‑124 overtime triumph over Brooklyn, dropping 40 points and dishing eight assists, including a regulation‑time buzzer‑beater that forces extra periods. Sam Hauser, Luka Garza and Baylor Scheierman spark a decisive third‑quarter surge, while Jordan Walsh logs heavy minutes. The win, reported by Noa Dalzell on October 28, 2026, bolsters Tatum’s MVP chatter as the Celtics edge the Nets in a thrilling finish.

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum shares eye-opening take on Derrick White MVP chants

Jayson Tatum caps a 125-124 overtime win over the Brooklyn Nets with a 40‑point, walk‑off jumper, while Derrick White contributes 16 points and draws unexpected MVP chants from the crowd. Tatum praises the Boston fans for recognizing White’s “spectacular” and subtle contributions, highlighting his high basketball IQ, defensive accolades, and role in the 2024 title. The guard, acquired from the Spurs in 2022, remains an underappreciated yet vital piece of the Celtics’ success.

Celtics’ Paul George on Jayson Tatum game-winner: ‘We got the ball to the MVP’

Jayson Tatum delivers a clutch 40‑point, eight‑assist performance to lift the Celtics 125‑124 in overtime over the Nets on Oct. 28, 2026. His buzzer‑beating pull‑up jumper—his first game‑winner since returning from Achilles surgery—sparks praise from Paul George, who calls Tatum the MVP, and coach Joe Mazzulla, who highlights his patience and greatness. Boston improves to 3‑1 despite relinquishing a four‑point lead with seconds left in regulation, cementing Tatum’s return to his pre‑injury form.

Jayson Tatum GAME WINNER in Celtics Win vs Nets | Garden Report

In a thrilling back‑to‑back matchup, Jayson Tatum seals the Celtics’ win over the Brooklyn Nets with a buzzer‑beating shot, finishing with 40 points. The Garden Report podcast dives into Tatum’s game‑winner, breaks down his performance, debates his Top‑5 status, and covers Jordan Walsh’s breakout, Derrick White’s concerns, and post‑game reactions from coach Joe Mazzulla and players. Highlights include a detailed 40‑point night analysis, a discussion on the Celtics’ late‑game collapse, and a dramatic showdown between Scavabrine and Jaylen Brown.

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum is finished commenting on Jaylen Brown situation

After the Celtics' win over the Brooklyn Nets, Jayson Tatum told reporters he will not comment further on the fallout from Jaylen Brown's trade to Philadelphia. The move ends a nine‑year partnership that produced two NBA Finals appearances (2022, 2024) and a championship in 2024. Tatum's silence follows Brown's pointed remark and a public exchange sparked by Tatum’s YouTube video about learning the trade. While the trade was driven by salary and roster constraints, speculation about a personal rift continues, leaving their historic chemistry in question.

Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum relishes ‘hell of a feeling’ recording 1st buzzer-beater since Achilles injury

Jayson Tatum seals Boston's 125-124 OT win over the Brooklyn Nets with a 17‑foot buzzer‑beater—the first of his career since returning from a torn right Achilles in the 2025 playoffs. The star drops 40 points, hits a career‑high 18 of 22 free throws and adds eight assists, tying Bill Sharman for third‑most buzzer‑beaters in Celtics history. The shot also makes Tatum the first player ever to record 40 points and a game‑winning buzzer‑beater before November. The victory moves the Celtics to 3‑1 overall and unbeaten at TD Garden, while the Nets fall to 0‑4.

Nets let first win slip away in heartbreaking fashion to Celtics, lose in OT, 125-124

The Brooklyn Nets fell just short of their season‑opening win, losing to the Boston Celtics 125‑124 in overtime on Oct. 27, 2026. Rookie Nolan Traoré earned his first start, scoring 15 points on 6‑9 shooting and briefly leading a strong first half, but cramping forced his exit early in the fourth. The Nets’ early defense, bolstered by Day’Ron Sharpe, held Boston’s normally lethal 3‑point shooting at 2‑15, yet the Celtics rallied in the third, shooting 8‑14 from deep to regain the lead. A late surge from Michael Porter Jr. and Mikel Brown Jr., who combined for 25 points, wasn’t enough as Boston clinched the win in OT.

New York Notes: Brown, Demin, Jent, Knicks Stocks

Brooklyn passed on a potential trade for All‑Star forward Jaylen Brown, fearing the distraction his close friendship with Kyrie Irving could cause, despite the Celtics' interest and rumored offers involving Michael Porter Jr., Day’Ron Sharpe and draft picks. Meanwhile, Nets guard Egor Demin exits early with a leg contusion after logging two points and two assists in a loss to Boston. Knicks assistant/associate head coach Chris Jent is out for personal reasons, with T.J. Saint stepping in, and the Knicks have been spun off into a separate publicly traded entity (MSG Knickerbockers Corp.) with shares near $300, while the Rangers form a distinct MSG Rangers Corp.

Paul George credits ‘MVP’ Jayson Tatum for taking Celtics home vs. Nets

Jayson Tatum caps a thrilling Celtics win over the Brooklyn Nets with a buzzer‑beater, sealing a 125‑124 overtime victory on Oct. 28, 2026. The 40‑point star hit a mid‑range jumper after a designed play switched rookie Mikel Brown Jr. onto him, earning praise from NBA veteran Paul George, who called Tatum the “MVP” that took Boston home. The win gives Boston its third triumph of the season, while the Nets’ late triple tied the game and sent it to overtime.

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum makes Boston history only Larry Bird has matched

Jayson Tatum rescues the Celtics with a 40‑point, eight‑assist, turnover‑free performance, hitting a game‑winning jumper in overtime to beat the Brooklyn Nets 125‑124 on Oct. 28, 2026. The feat puts him alongside Larry Bird as the only Celtic to post at least 35 points, eight assists and zero turnovers in a game, and makes Tatum the fourth player in three decades to nail an overtime buzzer‑beater. Boston improves to 3‑1, with Paul George adding 20 points and Derrick White 16, while the Nets fall to 0‑4. The Celtics next host the Bulls in their NBA Cup group stage.

Even Joe Mazzulla has to acknowledge Jayson Tatum’s ‘greatness’ after OT winner vs. Nets

Jayson Tatum lifts the Boston Celtics past the Brooklyn Nets in overtime, scoring 40 points on 10‑of‑20 shooting and sinking 18 free throws to secure a 3‑1 start to the season. Coach Joe Mazzulla hails Tatum’s “greatness,” noting his patience, decision‑making and clutch performance. Tatum now ranks sixth league‑wide in scoring, averaging 28 points, 6.3 rebounds and 8 assists over four games, despite a modest 43% field‑goal and 24% three‑point percentage. The win marks the Celtics’ third straight victory after an opening‑day loss to Detroit.

Bill Simmons congratulates Celtics on surviving the ‘Dumb Crunch-Time Olympics’ vs. Nets

Bill Simmons thumbs up the Celtics after a nail‑biting 125‑124 overtime win over the Brooklyn Nets on Oct. 28, 2026. After a back‑to‑back schedule and a previous 134‑99 blowout of the Bulls, Boston needed Jayson Tatum’s clutch jumper in OT to survive what Simmons called the “Dumb Crunch‑Time Olympics.” Missed free throws, a mis‑fired Mitchell Robinson, and a rookie mistake by Mikal Brown Jr. set the stage, but Tatum’s final bucket secured the victory.

Nets’ Mikel Brown Jr. giveth and taketh away in tough OT loss to Celtics

Rookie Mikel Brown Jr. gave the Brooklyn Nets a lifeline against the Boston Celtics on Oct. 28, 2026, hitting a clutch three to force overtime and another to open the extra period, finishing with 17 points, five rebounds and five assists in 28 minutes. However, a missed layup on a disputed loose‑ball foul and a subsequent inbound error set up Jayson Tatum’s game‑winning mid‑range jumper, handing Boston the OT victory. The article notes Brown’s ankle‑related minutes restrictions and highlights both his promising performance and costly mistakes.

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum walks off Nets with epic OT buzzer-beater

Jayson Tatum caps a back‑to‑back night with a dramatic overtime buzzer‑beater, lifting the Boston Celtics 125‑124 over the Brooklyn Nets on Oct. 28, 2026. After the Nets briefly seized a 124‑123 lead, rookie Mikel Brown Jr.'s risky layup miss set up an inbounds play that Tatum turned into a mid‑range jumper with 2.3 seconds left. Tatum finishes with 40 points on 10‑of‑20 shooting and improves to 3‑1 on the season, while the Nets fall to 0‑2.

Celtics survive OT scare from Nets, Tatum hits game winner in 125-124 win

Jayson Tatum delivers a clutch performance as the Boston Celtics edge the Brooklyn Nets 125-124 in overtime on Oct. 27, 2026. Tatum finishes with 40 points and eight assists, including the game-winner in the final second. The Nets, who led at halftime and forced OT, saw contributions from Michael Porter Jr. and Julius Randle, but Boston’s late surge—bolstered by Paul George’s 20 points and Derrick White’s 16—secures the win. Both teams struggled from beyond the arc, with the Celtics shooting just 2-16 in the first half. The victory caps a back‑to‑back night for Boston, preserving their league‑second best net rating.

Paul Pierce Says He’s ‘Drowning Financially’

Former Celtics star Paul Pierce claims he’s “drowning financially” despite earning over $195 million in his NBA career. Court documents reveal he stopped receiving his $119,000‑per‑month Fox Sports paycheck in August and now faces $28,000 in child support, $20,000 in spousal support, plus $48,000 in monthly living costs. Pierce still holds about $300,000 in cash and $3 million in property, but his September earnings dropped to roughly $23,000 from business ventures. He asks the court to deny ex‑partner Princes Santiago’s request for an extra $40,000 in legal fees and $10,000 for a forensic accountant amid an ongoing custody battle over their son, King Rafael.

“He’s Using Me”: Celtics Champion Accuses Jaylen Brown of Playing Victim After 76ers Star Dismisses His Report

Celtics former player‑turned‑broadcaster Brian Scalabrine reignites a feud with star guard Jaylen Brown after initially claiming Brown demanded a trade to Milwaukee. Brown’s reps slammed the allegation as a “10,000% lie,” and Scalabrine later backtracked, saying he had no knowledge of any demand. Now Scalabrine accuses Brown of playing the victim, saying the forward uses the controversy and his Twitch platform to dodge accountability. The dispute, sparked on SiriusXM’s The Starting Lineup, appears far from resolved.