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Donovan Mitchell may have taken a hint from what just happened to Jaylen Brown
Did Donovan Mitchell leave roughly $80 million on the table with the Cavaliers just to avoid Jaylen Brown’s Celtics fate?
Warriors are about to learn a lesson Celtics know all too well
The Warriors were once a team that stood head and shoulders above the rest of the NBA, like the Boston Celtics once did, but the bigger they are, the harder they fall.
Celtics need Baylor Scheierman to keep building on what makes him dangerous
What’s next for Baylor Scheierman after a breakout second NBA season? All signs point to the Celtics wing continuing his ascent.
4 Celtics who need to exceed expectations after Jaylen Brown trade
The Boston Celtics need multiple players to step up after Jaylen Brown was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers.
The internet has it all wrong about Celtics' Shaquille O'Neal
Shaquille O'Neal was not his prime version with the Boston Celtics, but he was better than most former stars in those situations and far from a joke.
While Philly makes noise, Celtics are quietly building chemistry in LA
The Sixers aren't the only team in the gym. Payton Pritchard revealed that many of the Celtics have already been hard at work together out in LA.
Brad Stevens' vision for the post-Jaylen Brown Celtics is taking shape
The Jaylen Brown trade is still puzzling for many fans, but Brad Stevens has a vision for the Celtics, and he has been executing his plan for years.
Ron Harper Jr. has a realistic path to meaningful role with Celtics
The Boston Celtics have invested in Ron Harper Jr. as a piece of their future puzzle. There's a path to him securing that future as soon as this season.
Celtics' new-look roster will test their faith in Baylor Scheierman
The Boston Celtics backed Baylor Scheierman earlier this summer. Their faith in his potential will soon be tested.
Celtics heaped more pressure on Jayson Tatum with offseason retool
The Boston Celtics are Jayson Tatum’s team now, and it adds even more pressure to the superstar’s plate.
The Celtics could have their next Blake Griffin with Nicolas Batum
The Boston Celtics made the most of the little that was left of Blake Griffin. They could do the same with Nicolas Batum with their last roster spot. Too much depth is a thing, but not if the players fit seamlessly into it.
Mitchell Robinson flaw could unlock new level of Mazzulla Ball
Joe Mazzulla once tried to exploit Mitchell Robinson's flaw to help the Boston Celtics, but now he could use it to help them. Robinson should be a weapon for Boston, but Mazzulla could masterfully use his Achilles heel against opponents.
Celtics have left Jayson Tatum without a Plan B for season-defining hurdle
The Boston Celtics have set Jayson Tatum up for a major comeback—but they haven't exactly positioned him to overcome potential struggles.
It's now painfully obvious why Celtics rival didn't add Jayson Tatum's best friend
The Miami Heat didn't add Bradley Beal when they had the chance, but now we know why the Boston Celtics rival passed on the chance to add Jayson Tatum's pal. They were clearly looking for something better, which they got today.
Payton Pritchard's team-friendly deal balances Paul George's albatross
Paul George is among the NBA's most overpaid players, but Payton Pritchard is among the league's most underpaid players, which balances the Boston Celtics.
Neemias Queta could quickly make Celtics’ Mitchell Robinson move uncomfortable
The Boston Celtics have solidified the center position, but the new dynamic could prove awkward sooner than later.
Celtics look genius for refusing to deal Payton Pritchard after Jaylen Brown trade
The Boston Celtics nearly lost Payton Pritchard years ago, but their decision to keep him continues to look better.
Nikola Jokic might be a more realistic Celtics option than once thought
The Boston Celtics wouldn't be doing their due-diligence if they weren't keeping an eye on Nikola Jokic, especially after the Nuggets lost Peyton Watson.
Al Horford's second Celtics departure may pan out worse than the first
Al Horford's time with the Philadelphia 76ers was a disaster, but hey, at least that team made the playoffs. Golden State has been a different story, making his second Boston Celtics departure look potentially worse than the first time.
Why Brandon Williams is an intriguing target for the Celtics
The Celtics still have an open roster spot. Perhaps it will go to an unsigned 13-point-per-game guard coming off a career year with the Mavericks.
Jaylen Brown could be Celtics' best Trojan Horse for Sixers since Al Horford
No one's guaranteeing a Deja Vu, but we shouldn't ignore the possibility! The last time a former Boston Celtics star joined the enemy, chaos ensued! Brown is a deservedly hyped addition to the Philadelphia 76ers. Lest we forget, so was Horford.
Celtics have left door wide open for Payton Pritchard to make leap to stardom
The Boston Celtics have cleared a path for Payton Pritchard to make the leap to an even higher tier than he's already reached.
Paul George is a perfect fit with Celtics if you ignore the Jaylen Brown context
Paul George may not be the perfect replacement for Jaylen Brown, but the Boston Celtics are still a perfect landing spot for him—and he could be great for them.
Celtics made offseason steal as Mitchell Robinson unlocks key to title roster
The Boston Celtics stole Mitchell Robinson from the defending champs to unlock a key part of every title winner in the second apron era.
Payton Pritchard keeps it real on Paul George and Celtics' new signings
Payton Pritchard keeps it real on Celtics' acquisitions Paul George, Mike Conley, and Mitchell Robinson. Here is what he said about Boston's moves.