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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Kyrie Irving is reportedly part of the reason why Nets rejected Jaylen Brown trade.
The second nights of back-to-backs are rarely easy, no matter who you play. And the Jordi Fernandez-led Brooklyn Nets have always played the Boston Celtics tough. Tuesday night was no different.
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.
Julius Randle draws a flopping technical at the 1:18 mark of the second quarter in Brooklyn's 101‑96 win over Boston, giving Jayson Tatum a free throw that cuts the Nets' lead to five. The call follows Randle's tumble during a Nolan Traore drive, part of a game where he averages 22 points, seven rebounds and 6.3 assists in his first three outings, including a 33‑point debut. Boston also receives a flop technical on rookie Baylor Scheierman, highlighting the league’s strict enforcement. The Nets lead 61‑56 at halftime and later hold a 109‑107 edge with 2:16 left, seeking their first season victory.
Brooklyn Nets rookie guard Egor Demin (No. 8 overall pick, 2025) exits the October 28 game against Boston with a right‑leg contusion and will miss the remainder of the contest. The 20‑year‑old logged just two points on 1‑of‑3 shooting in 10 minutes, adding two assists, a steal, a rebound and a turnover. The non‑contact injury raises concerns for his development, as he’s averaging 9.7 points and 3.0 assists while shooting 30.8% in the Nets' 0‑3 start. Coach Jordi Fernandez is expected to address his status, while the team can also rely on fellow top‑10 rookie Mikel Brown Jr. for guard depth.
In a tense first‑half showdown at TD Garden, Celtics rookie center Mitchell Robinson clashed verbally with Nets forward Noah Clowney, prompting coaches and teammates to intervene. Robinson, who earned a technical foul, posted seven points and three rebounds as Brooklyn led 61‑56 at halftime, though Boston ultimately reclaimed an 86‑82 lead in the fourth. The incident, captured in fan‑shot and broadcast footage, highlights the budding rivalry as Robinson begins his first season in Boston after a $47.4 million deal with the Celtics.
Paul George will play in the Boston Celtics back-to-back against the Brooklyn Nets, meaning they won't utilize him as they did with Al Horford over the last three years he was with the team.
The Brooklyn Nets (0‑3) travel to TD Garden for a 7:30 PM ET showdown with the Boston Celtics (2‑1) after a 136‑109 loss to Indiana. Boston, fresh off a 134‑99 rout of the Chicago Bulls, leans on Jayson Tatum and sharpshooter Payton Pritchard, who dropped 28 points and seven threes last night. The Nets, criticized for surrendering 23.3 open threes per game and lacking rim protection, hope returnee guard Mikel Brown Jr. can spark a turnaround. Game streams on YES Network and DAZN.
The Brooklyn Nets (0-3) travel to TD Garden on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 7:30 PM ET to try for their first win against a 2‑1 Boston Celtics squad. The game airs on NBC Sports Boston and YES Network, with a live stream available on Fubo (free trial). The Nets come off a 136‑109 loss to Indiana, where Nolan Traore led with 17 points off the bench. Boston, fresh off a 134‑99 rout of Chicago, rides a two‑game streak with Payton Pritchard scoring 28, Jayson Tatum adding 23, and Paul George 16. Catch the NBA showdown and see if the Nets can snap their skid.
Former NBA guard Malik Beasley, a former Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves player, has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges tied to a sports‑betting and bribery scheme. Indicted in June 2026 alongside ex‑player Ed Davis, Beasley will enter his plea on Dec. 9, 2026 in Brooklyn. Prosecutors allege he deliberately underperformed in four games (Cavaliers, Hornets, Clippers, Nets) during the 2023‑24 season to affect proposition bets, with Davis reportedly loaning him money for the plot. The scandal ended Beasley’s NBA run; Detroit withdrew a $42 million contract after learning of the investigation. The case also involves four other defendants.
Boston Celtics Daily Links (10/27/26) curates the latest buzz around Boston: Payton Pritchard erupts for 28 points in a 134‑99 rout of the Chicago Bulls, delivering a monster third quarter and prompting seven key takeaways. Meanwhile, rumors swirl as Jaylen Brown’s camp flatly denies trade demand claims, and coach Joe Mazzulla addresses injury updates ahead of a matchup with the Nets. The post also highlights a photo of Luka Garza’s sneakers, podcast appearances by Mazzulla and Derrick White, and assorted commentary on the Tatum‑Brown dynamic.
The Celtics deliver a 134-99 thrashing of the Chicago Bulls, sparked by Payton Pritchard’s 28‑point third‑quarter surge. While the win highlights Boston’s offensive firepower, the post‑game buzz centers on Jaylen Brown’s alleged trade demand—denied 10,000% by his camp and later walked back by broadcaster Brian Scalabrine. Coach Joe Mazzulla notes the health report ahead of a matchup with the Nets, and Jayson Tatum continues his strong stretch. The article compiles takeaways, player interviews, and the lingering Brown‑Tatum tension, giving fans a full picture of the blowout and off‑court drama.
The Boston Celtics host the Brooklyn Nets on Oct. 27 for Game 4 of their season series, marking the Celtics' third straight home game and the first of 16 back‑to‑back sets they’ll face. Boston (2‑1) leads the recent matchup history 3‑1 and holds a 148‑75 all‑time edge, while New York (0‑3) looks to integrate offseason additions like Julius Randle and Moritz Wagner. Projected starters feature Derrick White vs. Egor Demin, Jordan Walsh vs. Keon Ellis, Paul George vs. Michael Porter Jr., Jayson Tatum vs. Randle, and Mitchell Robinson vs. Day’Ron Sharpe. Celtics’ Devin Carter remains out with mononucleosis; White is a probable despite hip soreness.
Three games, two wins for the Boston Celtics. Now, it's time for their first back-to-back of the new campaign. They'll welcome the Brooklyn Nets to town on Tuesday night, just one day after beating the Chicago Bulls.
John Hollinger praises the NBA’s new anti‑tanking lottery but warns that loopholes still let teams like the Brooklyn Nets benefit from finishing in the bottom three, especially with Houston’s option to swap first‑round picks. ESPN’s Bobby Marks highlights Tyrese Maxey, Anthony Edwards and Zach LaVine as contract watch‑outs, noting Maxey and Edwards could qualify for super‑max deals by making an All‑NBA team, while LaVine’s $49 MM contract may spark trade talk. A federal case involving former Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups sees his alleged insider tips denied by his attorney. The league’s opening‑roster data shows 276 of 519 players have G‑League experience. Senators Merkley and Blackburn urge the NBA to reassess its partnership with Rwanda amid shifting geopolitical policy.
The Brooklyn Nets have sent their three recent first‑round selections—2025 picks Drake Powell (No. 22) and Ben Saraf (No. 26), plus 2026 pick Joshua Jefferson (No. 28)—to the Long Island Nets ahead of the G League season opener on Nov. 6. Neither rookie has cracked Brooklyn’s guard rotation or backed up power forward Julius Randle, with Powell and Saraf struggling in Summer League and Jefferson nursing a back ailment. Coach Jordi Fernandez stresses patience, noting the Nets are 0‑3 and won’t rush roster changes. The move gives the rookies a chance to develop and stay ready for a call‑up as the NBA season unfolds.
The Long Island Nets reveal a 17‑player training camp roster ahead of their 11th G League season, which kicks off Nov. 7 against the Greensboro Swarm. The lineup includes three two‑way contracts—Chaney Johnson, Grant Nelson and rookie Tyler Bilodeau (currently injured)—as well as Brooklyn’s recent draftees Joshua Jefferson, Drake Powell and Ben Saraf. Familiar faces from the Nets’ Summer League, such as Dion Brown, Dain Dainja, Ben Humrichous, Aaron Scott and Dwight Murray, round out the squad, with Scott and Murray joining via trades. Notable additions feature former Boston Celtics wing Aaron Scott, former Maine Celtics forward Jonathan Pierre, and DJ Rodman, son of Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman. Isaiah “Zay” Wong brings the most NBA experience, having played for the Hornets and Pacers.
The Celtics report a clean bill of health for stars Jayson Tatum, Paul George and Mitchell Robinson ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Brooklyn Nets. All three logged minutes against the Chicago Bulls Monday, and coach Joe Mazzulla says they’ll stay in the rotation despite the back‑to‑back schedule. The only absent player is Devin Carter (illness), while Derrick White is listed as probable with right‑hip synovitis. Robinson confirmed he can now handle back‑to‑backs, George describes a “rebirth” after knee rehab, and Tatum looks back to his pre‑Achilles form. The Celtics, who have kept a consistent starting five, enter the matchup after a 134‑99 win over the Bulls.