[Yardbarker] - Miami receives boost ahead of pivotal Game 6 against Boston - Basketball - Boston Celtics news - NewsLocker (2024)

The Heat received a positive update on guard Gabe Vincent on Saturday afternoon when it was announced he is expected to play in a pivotal Game 6. While

[Fansided: Hardwood Houdini] - The Jayson Tatum-Team USA discourse has gone way too far and it sucks

Over the past few weeks, Steve Kerrhas been slandered for not playing Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum during Team USA’s 2024 Olympics run. But while his lack o

[SB Nation: Celtics Blog] - Boston Celtics Daily Links 8/10/24

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Watch: French forward puts LeBron James on a poster in gold-medal game

Twenty-four years later, France finally got revenge for what Vince Carter did to Frederic Weis.

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[The Cold Wire] - Udonis Haslem Says 1 NBA Coach Is An ‘Analytical Junkie’

The Boston Celtics are the reigning champions now, but their title was years in the making. It all started when Danny Ainge hired Brad Stevens to be their coach, and now that he’s transitioned into a front-office role, his impact has been even bigger. Notably, one of his best decisions was to trust Joe […] The post appeared first on .

[The Cold Wire] - Former Celtics Player’s Dunk On LeBron James Is Going Viral

Sometimes, players fail to establish themselves in the NBA, but they still find plenty of success somewhere else. The FIBA World Cup and the Olympics always give us an opportunity to watch players from all over the world do their thing, proving that there are so many ways to play good basketball that we […] The post appeared first on .

[NBC Sports Boston] - Stevens: Brown's Olympic snub ‘will probably add more fuel to his fire'

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown does a great job of finding motivation, and he’s used it throughout his career to become one of the best basketball players in the world. A lot has been said and written about Brown for the 2024 Paris Olympics, especially when he wasn’t chosen after Kawhi Leonard dropped out. A player of his caliber deserved to be on the team, especially after he helped the in the spring — a playoff run that included him . More Team USA coverage Aug 9 Aug 9 Aug

[Sports Illustrated] - Jazz Sign Former Celtics Sharpshooter

Thirteen of the 15 players who finished last season on standard contracts with the Celtics will return for their upcoming title defense. The same is true of JD

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[Celtics All Access] - LIVE: Team USA vs. France Olympics Postgame Show | Garden Report

The Garden Report crew goes LIVE for an Olympics edition! Join Bobby Manning and Noa Dalzell for postgame analysis of Team USA's gold medal game against Fran...

[THE SPORTSRUSH] - Celtics Owner Wyc Grousbeck Questions Steve Kerr’s Decision to Keep Jayson Tatum on the Bench for Team USA

Team USA has had an exceptional summer. Apart from the narrow win in an exhibition game against South Sudan and the comeback win over Serbia in the Olympic semifinal, they have enjoyed comfortable victories over all opponents. Despite their flawless run, head coach Steve Kerr has received flak for his rotations, especially for his treatment… The post appeared first on .

[The Spun] - Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy Explains Why He's Rooting Against USA Basketball

Dave Portnoy will not be rooting for Team USA to win gold in men's basketball on Saturday. Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports and a diehard Boston Celtics fan, took to Twitter/X and explained that he'll be rooting for France to beat Team USA because of Steve Kerr's disrespect to Jayson ...

[Sporting News] - Will Jayson Tatum play for USA in the next Olympics? Why Celtics star's status is unclear for Los Angeles 2028

Could Jayson Tatum's complicated run at the 2024 Paris Olympics put the USA star's status in jeopardy for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics?

[USA Today: Celtics Wire] - Woj: Champion Celtics alum Svi Mykhailiuk signs 4-year, $15m deal with Utah Jazz

Mykhailiuk has found himself a new ball club.

[ClutchPoints] - Paul George, Trae Young shocked by Team USA’s Jayson Tatum decisions

Despite Team USA being close to capturing their fourth consecutive gold medal at the Paris Olympics, the talk has been about the involvement or lack thereof in regards to Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum. After recording another game without a single second played, the basketball world has been talking, even his NBA peers in Paul […] The post appeared first on .

[Boston Sports Journal] - NBA Notebook: Jayson Tatum Olympic benching intensifies debate on Celtics star

Jayson Tatum's blank stare on the Team USA bench became nearly as notable as Steph Curry flexing and shouting in front of stars-and-stripes in Thursday's Olympic semifinal and basketball classic between the US and Serbia. Nikola Jokić's Serbian national team nearly pulled off arguably the greatest upset ever for American international basketball, Team USA's veterans saved them from embarrassment with iconic performances and Tatum played 0 minutes.

[Hoops Wire] - Celtics Legend Bob Cousy Rips Steve Kerr For Not Playing Jayson Tatum vs. Serbia: ‘This Is An Embarrassment’

NBA and Boston Celtics legend Bob Cousy ripped Team USA head coach Steve Kerr for not playing Jayson Tatum against Serbia in the semifinal game. “This isn’t just a snub,” Cousy told The Boston Globe. “This is an embarrassment for that poor kid all over the [expletive] world. The Olympics have gotten that big. Everyone’s going […] The post appeared first on .

[Last Word on Sports] - Who’s Getting Cut from Wizards Training Camp?

Training camp is an exciting time before each NBA season. Every team comes in with a roster of talented players, only to have to whittle it down to their very best and brightest. Cutting players is never fun for teams, but when it happens, it's typically players that most NBA fans haven't heard of. With that being said, there are exceptions, where more notable players can be cut from training camp rosters. We may be a little under two months away from the start of training camps, but let's look

[Fadeaway World] - Celtics' Brad Stevens Gets Real On Jayson Tatum And Jaylen Brown's Olympic Situations

Brad Stevens discusses Jayson Tatum's and Jaylen Brown's Olympic experiences, highlighting their challenges and professionalism as they navigate unique situations with Team USA.

[Last Word on Sports] - Brad Stevens Provides Injury Update on Celtics Star

During Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Dallas Mavericks, Boston Celtics big man suffered a rare leg injury. This injury kept him out for Games 3 and 4 in the series. However, he returned for Boston's , although he only played 16 minutes and was very limited on the court. Porzingis underwent surgery in June and his expected return timetable was 5-6 months. Recently, the big man posted a picture of himself working out in Latvia on social media. This has led to some believing he is ahead in hi

[Mass Live] - USA vs. France: Free live stream, TV, how to watch Olympic basketball

USA will look to win their fifth straight basketball gold medal on Saturday against Franc.

Brad Stevens Provides Injury Update on Celtics Star

During Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Dallas Mavericks, Boston Celtics big man Kristaps Porzingis suffered a rare leg injury. This injury kept him out for Games 3 and 4 in the series.

Celtics Legend Bob Cousy Rips Steve Kerr For Not Playing Jayson Tatum vs. Serbia: ‘This Is An Embarrassment’

NBA and Boston Celtics legend Bob Cousy ripped Team USA head coach Steve Kerr for not playing Jayson Tatum against Serbia in the semifinal game. “This isn’t just a snub,” Cousy told The Boston Globe.

[Hoops Rumors] - Brad Stevens Provides Update On Kristaps Porzingis

Celtics big man Kristaps Porzingis is working out in Latvia, but the team still doesn’t expect him back on the court for several months, president of basketball operations Brad Stevens said in an interview with Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe. Porzingis missed most of the playoffs after suffering a strained right calf in Boston’s first-round series […]

[SB Nation: Celtics Blog] - Come join CelticsBlog’s Playback Room for USA-France

It’ll be a reunion of sorts for current and former Celtics.

Team USA’s thrilling 95-91 victory over Serbia in the Paris Olympics semifinals secured their spot in the final. Nevertheless, the game was overshadowed by the unexpected benching of star player Jayson Tatum. The decision by head coach Steve Kerr to keep Tatum off the court has sparked widespread criticism and debate, but Kerr explained it …

Duke Men’s Basketball social media makes case for Jayson Tatum to start in gold medal game vs. France

Team USA is set to compete against France for a gold medal in men’s basketball on Saturday — and the Duke Men’s Basketball social media accounts are petitioning for Jayson Tatum to start “to help deal with France’s size.” Of course, France boasts the uncanny force that is 7-foot-3 San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.

[NBC Sports] - Celtics' Kristaps Porzingis 'progressing well' from ankle injury 'but it’s going to be a while'

Porzingis suffered an ankle injury that limited his minutes during the NBA Finals

Knicks legend believes they’re right up there with ‘Boston and Philly’

With the improvements the New York Knicks made after a strong 2023-24 season, many now believe they have a great chance to prevent the Boston Celtics from dominating the Eastern Conference once again next season.

[The Boston Globe] - Jayson Tatum mystified why he’s not playing with Team USA

The inclusion of LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Joel Embiid basically pushed Tatum to the bench.

Celtics GM provides update on Kristaps Porzingis

Celtics big man Kristaps Porzingis is working out in Latvia, but the team still doesn’t expect him back on the court for several months.