Boston Celtics
Rondo to Return Earlier Than Expected?
The agent for Rajon Rondo tells CSNNE.com that the torn ACL injury suffered by Rondo is a partial tear, opening the door for him to possibly return to the floor sooner than anticipated. Following... »Read More
Garnett Makes History with 25,000th Point
Kevin Garnett became the 16th player in NBA history to break the 25,000-point barrier Thursday, and he finished with 15 points in a 116-95 win over the Lakers at the Garden. “I’m sure someday... »Read More
Pierce Not Interested in Rebuilding
“I mean, I really don’t want to be part of a rebuilding situation again. I just think at this point in time that’s something that would wear on me too much mentally that I... »Read More
NBA AM: Celtics’ Kevin Garnett In High Demand
The Celtics continue to shoot down trade rumors, but Kevin Garnett is in high demand. Will Danny Ainge eventually listen to offers? »Read More
Garnett: Don’t Buy into Trade Rumors
Trade rumors are swirling, as per usual this time of year, with the NBA trade deadline a couple of weeks away (Feb. 21). Celtics forward Kevin Garnett, who has a no-trade clause in his... »Read More
Are Celtics Better Without Rondo?
“I don’t think so,” Pierce said after reading to a large group of students as part of the team’s Read to Achieve program. “We won a championship with Rondo. We’ve had great seasons with Rondo being... »Read More
NBA AM: No Trades Coming For Lakers
With 34 games left on their schedule, Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak says no trades are coming for the Lakers... Cross Kevin Garnett off the wish list... Sacramento has a real chance to keep the... »Read More
Surgery was Inevitable for Sullinger
Jared Sullinger’s back surgery was something the Celtics were hoping to put off until the summer, according to his agent, David Falk. “The Celtics knew when they drafted him there was a certain level of risk... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 14
The New York Knicks are getting healthy, playing well and climbing in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 14 »Read More
Terry Finally in Comfortable Rhythm?
Whether you fault Jason Terry or the Celtics’ offensive system — or a combination of the two — for the inconsistency he dealt with during the first half of the season, what matters most... »Read More
Is It Time To Trade Paul Pierce?
Rondo is injured. Celtics are struggling to stay in the playoff picture. Is it time to consider trading Celtic-for-life Paul Pierce? »Read More
Clippers Interested in Kevin Garnett Trade?
Multiple sources tell Sporting News the Los Angeles Clippers are making a push to acquire center Kevin Garnett from the Boston Celtics. Team officials have been talking ahead of Sunday’s game in Boston. Interest... »Read More
Celtics in the Running to Sign Greg Oden?
The Boston Celtics met with free-agent center Greg Oden on Saturday, according to president of basketball operations Danny Ainge.The meeting comes as the injury-riddled Oden intensifies his search for a team with the goal... »Read More
Sullinger Needs Back Surgery; Done For Year
Boston Celtics rookie forward Jared Sullinger will undergo surgery on his injured back and miss the rest of the season, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. Sullinger had moved into the Celtics’ starting lineup recently,... »Read More
Celtics’ Ainge: ‘We are open and listening’
Celtics president of basketball operations (Danny Ainge) went on WEEI’s Big Show Thursday afternoon and said his team was not close to making a trade but that he’d been open to discussing any deal... »Read More
Rivers Not Worried About Sullinger’s Back
Jared Sullinger did not practice Thursday because of back spasms, and (Celtics coach Doc) Rivers said he is 50-50 to play Friday against the Orlando Magic. Sullinger apparently slipped in the draft because of... »Read More
NBA PM: The Trade Rumor Update
When the potential details of NBA trades start to emerge, there is generally more substance to the rumors and the details have started flowing... Dwane Casey talks Raptors... Greivis Vasquez as Most Improved?... Jon... »Read More
Pierce Wants to Retire with Celtics
The sky has most definitely changed over the Celtics. The view is much clearer days after Rajon Rondo was lost for the season. In the same places they once stood and spoke of grandiose... »Read More
NBA AM: Do The Celtics Need To Make A Trade?
Most believe the Celtics need to make a trade with Rajon Rondo injured, but that may not be the case if Avery Bradley raises his game »Read More
Rajon Rondo May Seek Second Opinion
Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo will get a second opinion within days on his torn right ACL injury. And that second opinion may come from arguably the best in the business – famed orthopedic... »Read More
Dooling Awaiting Word from Doc Rivers
The 12-year veteran guard (Keyon Dooling) began increasing his workout routine on Tuesday should he receive a call from the Boston Celtics. “I’m definitely considering,” Dooling told CSNNE.com Tuesday evening. “I’ve upped my exercise... »Read More
NBA AM: Where Does Rudy Gay End Up?
Memphis' Rudy Gay has been a hot name on the trade market, but is there a deal Memphis would do?... Mike Conley is the key for Memphis... Eric Gordon sees a future in New... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Week 13
Flaying under the radar, the San Antonio Spurs suddenly climb to the top of the NBA Power Rankings with the league's best record. »Read More
Keyon Dooling Considering Comeback
With Rajon Rondo out for the season with a torn right anterior cruciate ligament, recently retired Celtics guard and now player development coordinator Keyon Dooling told the Globe that he would think about a... »Read More
Ray Allen’s Return to Garden ‘Very Weird’
“It was very weird,” Allen said after the Celtics beat the Heat, 100-98, in double overtime. “Going to the other locker room, it’s been a long time since I’ve been on that side of... »Read More
Could Rondo’s Injury Bring End of Era?
Beyond the devastation to the Boston Celtics, through the haze of an improbable, double-overtime victory over Miami without Rajon Rondo on Sunday, there looms a harsh reality: Rondo’s season-ending torn ACL could bring an... »Read More
Celtics’ Rajon Rondo Suffers Torn ACL
Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo will be out for the rest of the year with a torn ACL. via ESPN »Read More
Fantasy Focus: Time To Trade
As trade discussions dominate NBA headlines lately, fantasy basketball owners must decide which trades to propose in their league. HOOPSWORLD sorts it out for you. »Read More
Allen Unaffected by First Return to Boston
Ray Allen returns to Boston on Sunday for the first time since he passed on an offer to stay with the Celtics to instead join their rivals, the Miami Heat. Allen won a championship... »Read More
Doc Rivers on Celtics’ Issues: ‘It’s Me’
The result was a humiliating 123-111 defeat in double overtime as the Celtics finally ran out of energy and passion while the Hawks showed more will down the stretch. It was Boston’s sixth straight... »Read More
NBA PM: Five Burning Trade Deadline Questions
Five questions NBA teams are asking as the trade deadline approaches ... Former Lakers' draft pick making good ... Hunter promises culture change in Phoenix ... »Read More
Melo on Garnett: ‘I don’t hold grudges’
Down to the floor the Boston Celtics’ Kevin Garnett tumbled on Thursday night, a failed lob pass leaving him stretched out on the Garden court. Out of nowhere, a most improbable arm reached down,... »Read More
NBA Salary Now, Salary Tomorrow
Which NBA teams still have cap flexibility today? Which franchises project to have spending power over the offseason? »Read More
NBA AM: Would The Celtics Trade Paul Pierce?
The Celtics seem poised to make a trade, but would they really consider moving Paul Pierce?... Xavier Silas still working on his game... The Lakers bench Pau Gasol... Wizards kicking the tires... Some scare... »Read More
NBA PM: The Houston Rockets’ Trade Scenario
The Rockets are still missing a piece, but will it be Zach Randolph? ... Celtics blockbuster still cooking? ... Cavaliers lose Anderson Varejao for the season »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 12
The Utah Jazz climb to 13 in the NBA Power Rankings. The Oklahoma City Thunder and L.A. Clippers stand strong in the top two spots. »Read More
Doc Rivers Rips Celtics; Threatens Shakeup
Afterward, following the Celtics’ bumbling 103-88 loss Sunday night to the downtrodden Detroit Pistons, (Celtics coach Doc) Rivers unleashed his fury on a team that he is increasingly beginning to dislike. “I don’t think... »Read More
Celtics’ Barbosa Denies Trade Desire
Contrary to what he was quoted as saying in a Brazilian publication, Leandro Barbosa does not want to be traded. “It’s not true, I never said I wanted to get traded or any of... »Read More
Rondo: ‘Our locker room is too laxed’
Rajon Rondo has had his share of incidents for what essentially amounts to losing his cool. But as we have seen thus far, being cool and calm hasn’t necessarily allowed the Celtics to collect... »Read More
Rajon Rondo Becoming Perimeter Threat
Even with a fourth all-star berth under his belt, even with his impressive field goal percentage this season, teams still aren’t convinced that Rajon Rondo has turned into a decent perimeter shooter. While pouring... »Read More
Ainge Denies Barbosa Trade Demand
If Leandro Barbosa wants out of Boston, he hasn’t brought it up to the only man who can make it happen – Danny Ainge. “There’s no truth to that at all,” Ainge told CSNNE.com.... »Read More
Garnett Impressed by ‘freak of nature’ Davis
When is being referred to as a freak of nature a compliment? When it comes from Kevin Garnett. Garnett got his first glimpse of New Orleans Hornets rookie and first overall pick Anthony Davis... »Read More
Rondo Feels Pressure from Younger Guards
Rajon Rondo, told before the game that his assist totals had taken a dip during the Celtics’ longest winning streak of the season, shrugged off the significance. But most who have watched the Celtics... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 11
The Oklahoma City Thunder climb back to the top of the NBA Power Rankings, nudging slightly ahead of the Los Angeles Clippers. »Read More
Celtics’ Ainge: Impact Deal Not Likely
The Celtics’ transformation into a true contender may have taken longer than expected and there may be more obstacles as the season progresses, but president of basketball operations Danny Ainge said Sunday that he... »Read More
Celtics’ Rise Tied to Bradley’s Return?
A team with so much uncertainty two weeks ago, bogged down by trade rumors and players unsure of their roles, the Celtics have quickly become locked in. And it coincides with the return of... »Read More
Garnett Showers Praise Upon Kevin McHale
(Kevin) Garnett, who still harbors disappointment in the Timberwolves organization and how his tenure ended, expressed gratitude for his time with (Kevin) McHale. “Kevin hasn’t been my coach for a long time but he’s... »Read More
Courtney Lee Finds Long Shooting Rhythm?
For the first time this season, (Courtney) Lee passed 40 three-pointers made in warmups during shootaround on Friday. He finished with 46 out of 50, the most since joining the Boston Celtics and the... »Read More
Gay: Rajon Rondo Wants Me in Boston
Whether it’s close friend Rajon Rondo, Jarrett Jack, or other basketball colleagues, Memphis Grizzlies forward Rudy Gay has been leaning on his circle of NBA friends to get him through recent trade speculation. While... »Read More
Rondo Confused by Latest Suspension
Instead of being contrite, Rajon Rondo sounded dumbfounded when asked to explain his latest NBA suspension. In the third quarter of the Celtics’ 89-81 win in Atlanta Saturday night, Rondo collided with former high... »Read More
The Riddle of DeMarcus Cousins
Dr. Travis Heath gives his take on the DeMarcus Cousins situation and whether he can find success elsewhere as a reclamation project. »Read More
Carmelo Frustrated by Garnett in Knicks Loss
Boston’s midtown matchup with the New York Knicks was a testy affair during – and apparently after – the Celtics’ 102-96 win. Several reports shortly after the game indicated that Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony... »Read More
NBA PM: Why An Eric Gordon Trade Is Unlikely
Eric Gordon talks with HOOPSWORLD about his future ... Omri Casspi's camp has reportedly demanded a trade ... Celtics' blockbuster trade partner? »Read More
Celtics on Verge of Blockbuster Deal?
The #Celtics decision to waive (Jarvis) Vernado AND (Kris) Joseph, opens the door for what one league source says may be a “blockbuster” deal. via A. Sherrod Blakely via Twitter »Read More
Sources: Celtics Inquired About Cousins
According to league sources, the Celtics have, indeed, inquired about (DeMarcus) Cousins, but that shouldn’t come as a great revelation in that they, like most every NBA club, are constantly checking the marketplace to... »Read More
Report: Boston Waives Joseph, Varnado
Players waived today: K. Joseph & J. Varnado (BOS) via Marc Stein via Twitter »Read More
Garnett Ejected in Win Against Pacers
Kevin Garnett spent the latter part of Friday’s 94-75 win over Indiana as a spectator, but it wasn’t quite how he would have envisioned it. Instead of on the bench, Garnett was back inside... »Read More
‘Sore Loser’ Rondo Aims to Stop Judging
Rajon Rondo says his New Year’s resolution is to not judge anyone else. Yesterday, asked if the Celtics didn’t have enough sore losers like himself, the point guard kept the message personal. The point... »Read More
No Surgery Needed for Chris Wilcox’s Thumb
Backup center Chris Wilcox is unsure when he will return from a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his right thumb and he will be reexamined next week. Wilcox has been wearing a brace on his hand... »Read More
Eventual Rivers Family Reunion in Boston?
New Orleans Hornets guard Austin Rivers has not played up to the ability as a top-10 pick that the Hornets saw in him when they drafted Rivers No. 10 overall, hoping to pair him... »Read More
NBA AM: Teams Receive New Year’s Lineup Boost
As we kick off 2013, numerous playoff contenders are starting to welcome key players back from the injury list »Read More
Can Bradley’s Return Save Celtics?
Avery Bradley can’t walk on air or turn water into wine. So you can save all the talk of him being some sort of basketball savior for the Celtics. Still, there is no mistaking... »Read More
NBA PM: A Better “A.I.” For Denver
The Denver Nuggets got the right "A.I." this time around ... Dallas Mavericks in "unprecedented" funk ... Are Doc Rivers and Rick Carlisle the next head coaches to go? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Nine
The L.A. Clippers didn't lose a game the entire month of December to climb back on top of the NBA Power Rankings for week nine. »Read More
Celtics’ Garnett: We Have to Find Pride
With two days off before Wednesday’s matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies, the Celtics are clueless as to their identity. “We’ve got to play better than that,” (Kevin) Garnett said. “We all gotta have some... »Read More
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