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Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images Kristaps Porzingis said he’s back in sync with teammates and nearing full conditioning after his first six games returning from his leg surgery. Kristaps Porzingis’ injury nearly became the biggest nightmare from last Saturday’s loss to the Grizzlies. Sam Hauser also fell with an adductor strain that night while Jrue Holiday’s … [Read more...] about Kristaps Porzingis a few games from being fully conditioned following injury

Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images The Celtics listed him as questionable to return in the second half. With less than four minutes to go in the second quarter, Kristaps Porzingis signaled to the bench for a sub and walked directly back to the locker room. Seemed super calm about it( : NBC Sports Boston) https://t.co/6jjmfamnSE pic.twitter.com/AXDeE2dO2Z— … [Read more...] about Porzingis leaves game vs. Wizards

Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images Boston makes it two wins in a row. The Boston Celtics win their second game in a row with a 112-98 victory over the Washington Wizards in the nation’s capital. Boston got off to a strong start taking an 11-point lead into the second quarter thanks to Jayson Tatum’s 11-point quarter to give Boston a 34-23 lead. nasty work … [Read more...] about Celtics defeat Wizards in DC 112-98

Photo by Alex Bierens de Haan/Getty Images Every time these two 7-footers are on the floor together, good things happen. When asked about Luke Kornet in his postgame press conference after the Celtics walloped the Pistons on Thursday night, Joe Mazzulla praised his versatility. “He can play by himself, he can play with KP, he can play with Al,” Mazzulla said. “When … [Read more...] about The Kristaps Porzingis and Luke Kornet lineups need more run

Jaylen Brown zips the ball to a teammate. | Geoff Burke-Imagn Images Brown makes a conscious effort to get his teammates involved rather than trying to do it all himself. I realized something while watching Celtics-Pistons on Thursday night. It’s something I’ve known subconsciously for a while but hadn’t articulated until now. When Jayson Tatum enters a game, I believe … [Read more...] about When Jayson Tatum is out, Jaylen Brown showcases his passing ability

Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images Once seen as just a scorer, Jayson Tatum has transformed into a true offensive engine for the Boston Celtics. From live-dribble passes to cross-court dimes, he’s rewriting his scouting report. Back when Jayson Tatum was drafted in 2017, not many scouts predicted he would become more than a scorer. After a great freshman year … [Read more...] about Jayson Tatum’s passing evolution is unlocking new dimensions

Jayson Tatum vs Clippers 11/25/24 | Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images All the Celtics news you need in one convenient place. Globe Celtics’ Payton Pritchard not focused on 6th Man of the Year odds Banged-up Jordan Walsh answering the bell was important to the Celtics Who would be No. 5 on Mount Rushmore of Celtics? Sunday Basketball Notes: Ime Udoka … [Read more...] about Boston Celtics Daily Links 12/14/24

Payton Pritchard and Luke Kornet of the Boston Celtics | Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images “As long as we’re in the plus, then we did our job that night.” When Luke Kornet and Payton Pritchard checked into Thursday’s game, the Boston Celtics and Detroit Pistons were tied at eight apiece... halfway through the first quarter. The Cs didn’t quite look like the … [Read more...] about Plus/Minus Pritchard and Big Luke propel Celtics to blowout win

Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images Jaylen Brown’s playmaking growth, Payton Pritchard’s impact on both ends, and Kristaps Porzingis’ unique skill set highlight Boston’s third victory over Detroit. Plus, Drew Peterson’s emergence adds a fresh layer to the Celtics’ depth. #1 - Jaylen Brown passing on display As we’ve noticed in previous games, Jaylen Brown’s passing and … [Read more...] about 10 takeaways from the third win against the Detroit Pistons