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• The Path, Part III: Maxing out on the Jays era? Exploring major C's changes

Would the Celtics really trade Jaylen Brown or Jayson Tatum? Chris Forsberg lays out the nuclear option in the finale of his "The Path" series....2026
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• The Path, Part II: An uncomfortable middle road for Celtics' offseason

Chris Forsberg maps a painful Celtics offseason path that keeps Tatum and Brown but explores potential trades involving Derrick White and Sam Hauser....2026
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• The Path, Part I: Projecting a summer of ‘small tweaks' for Celtics
Should the Celtics run it back with their current core? Chris Forsberg kicks of "The Path" by exploring how Boston can make minor tweaks this summer....2026
• Should the Celtics pursue a Giannis trade? Four factors to consider
The Celtics have a chance to add a superstar, but there are risks involved. Chris Forsberg weighs the pros and cons of a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade....2026
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• Brad Stevens revs the Hugo Hype Train, then offers some offseason fuel
Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens offered Hugo Gonzalez high praise -- and also a goal to work toward, writes Chris Forsberg....2026
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• Keep Jays together, or make a push for Giannis? Forsberg and Giles discuss
Should the Celtics consider breaking up the Jays to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Bucks? Chris Forsberg and Tom Giles share their thoughts....2026
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• From Haliburton's injury to KD trade, how NBA's wild Sunday impacts Celtics
A devastating injury. A blockbuster trade. A new NBA champion. Chris Forsberg breaks down what it all means for the Celtics as the offseason begins....2025
• Four reasons to embrace the Celtics' upcoming season of uncertainty
Jayson Tatum's injury and potential roster changes have you down? Chris Forsberg shares four possible silver linings for the Celtics' 2025-26 season....2025
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• Brad Stevens: ‘No timeline' for Tatum's return from injury
Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens spoke with our Chris Forsberg about the pressure to get Jayson Tatum back into the lineup ASAP next season....2025
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• Return Of Kristaps Porzingis To Celtics Reportedly ‘Lurking’

The Celtics are reigning NBA champions and are off to a pretty good start already. And wouldn’t you know it, but more help may be on the way. That’s because forward Kristaps Porzingis may be nearing a return and his season debut, per Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports Boston. Porzingis suffered a leg injury in […] The post Return Of Kristaps Porzingis To Celtics Reportedly ‘Lurki...2024
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• Joel Embiid stomped on Grant Williams’ head on accident, but both showed love afterward
This had to hurt. The Boston Celtics earned a hard-fought 114-102 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night in Game 3 of their second round matchup to take a 2-1 series lead. The win came with one major battle scar, though. Midway through the fourth quarter, NBA MVP Joel Embiid accidentally stomped on the head of Celtics forward Grant Williams during a battle for a loose ball. Somehow, W...2023
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• Tristan Thompson’s status after missing all of Celtics’ preseason with hamstring injury
Good news for the Boston Celtics: center Tristan Thompson is not listed on the team’s injury report ahead of Wednesday’s season opener against the Milwaukee Bucks. No Tristan Thompson on Celtics injury report for Wednesday’s opener. pic.twitter.com/bylpUpRxyB — Chris Forsberg (@ChrisForsberg_) December 22, 2020 Thompson sat out both of the Celtics’ preseason games due to [&...2020
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• Robert Williams cleared to return for Celtics
Celtics center Robert Williams, who has been sidelined since Dec. 6 due to a hip injury, has been cleared to return to action, head coach Brad Stevens confirmed Friday (Twitter link via Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe). Williams, a first-round pick in 2018, was playing a part-time role for Boston earlier in the season before he went down with the hip ailment, averaging 3.9 PPG, 4.6 RPG, and 1.1 ...2020
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• Injuries have made it difficult to tell just how good Celtics can be
The recurrent injury bug that has dogged the Celtics has made it hard to decipher just what the team’s healthy ceiling can be, according to NBC Sports Boston’s Chris Forsberg. The bug is currently claiming All-Star point guard Kemba Walker and center Enes Kanter. There’s more out of Boston: Speaking of ailing Celtics, Walker is not worried about the knee soreness that has sidelined him for at leas...2020
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• Celtics point guard Kemba Walker excited for a full healthy roster
New Celtics point guard Kemba Walker is excited to see what his team is capable of when they achieve full health. Currently, injuries to Gordon Hayward, Marcus Smart, Robert Williams, and Vincent Poirier are precluding Walker — and fans — from bearing witness to what that could look like. “Man, we haven’t had our full roster yet. We just haven’t,” Walker lamented, according to NBC Sports Boston’s ...2019
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• Gordon Hayward could return to Celtics lineup as early as Monday
In a bit of surprising news, Celtics forward Gordon Hayward told reporters today that fourth metacarpal fracture in his left hand has healed, according to Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports Boston. Hayward would not rule out a return to game action tomorrow night against the embattled Cavaliers. He did not partake in 5-on-5 scrimmaging with teammates in today’s practice. “Tomorrow’s a possibility,” Hayw...2019
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• NBA All-Star Rosters 2016: Voting Results, Player Comments and More
2016

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• Summing Up Every NBA Team's Season so Far in a Tweet
2016

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• Did a Chipotle employee convince Danny Ainge to trade for Isaiah Thomas?
Isaiah Thomas has made Danny Ainge look pretty good so far. But do Boston Celtics fans have someone else to thank for the team’s acquisition of the high-scoring point guard? Ainge, the Celtics’ president of basketball operations, recently participated in a Q&A session with ESPN’s Chris Forsberg. Near the end of the interview, Ainge admitted he sometimes watches Celtics games in sports bars or rest...2015
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• Paul Pierce's Incredible Credentials Show the Truth About His NBA Legacy
2015

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2026
"Chris Forsberg breaks down how Luka Garza's improved play of late is giving the Celtics a big boost at both ends of the floor."

2025
"Chris Forsberg details the Celtics guard's fascinating journey from DNP to Sixth Man favorite."

2024
"After Derrick White (again) proved his immense value to the Celtics on Monday, Chris Forsberg reflects on where the versatile guard stands among the league's best players."

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"com/578qMLhbf3— Chris Forsberg (@ChrisForsberg_) May 6, 2023 "That had to have hurt."

2022
"According to Chris Forsberg, the Celtics have listed Robert Williams as questionable for […] The post Celtics drop Robert Williams update for Game 6 vs."

2021
"Per NBC Sports Boston reporter Chris Forsberg, Al Horford will start alongside Robert Williams in the frontcourt."

2020
"The recurrent injury bug that has dogged the Celtics has made it hard to decipher just what the team’s healthy ceiling can be, according to NBC Sports Boston’s Chris Forsberg."

2019
"In a bit of surprising news, Celtics forward Gordon Hayward told reporters today that fourth metacarpal fracture in his left hand has healed, according to Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports Boston."

2018
"Chris Forsberg of ESPN reported that Thomas, who will debut for the Cavs on Tuesday against Portland but will sit out on Wednesday against his ex-team, the Boston Celtics, requested not to have a tribute video shown by the Celtics."

2017
"As Chris Forsberg writes for ESPN, the Celtics say they'll need to control their emotions in this series and play the style of basketball that earned them the Number 1 seed in the Eastern Conference:"

2016
"com's Chris Forsberg wrote about Boston's desire to make a run at the 27-year-old superstar."

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2014
" The Celtics describe the former Oklahoma State star's injury: ESPN's Chris Forsberg passed along more details on the diagnosis: Forsberg also posted a photo of Smart being loaded onto a stretcher: The latest injury continues a rash of bad luck for the Celtics, who were previously without Rajon Rondo due to a hand injury in the preseason."

• Brad Stevens revs the Hugo Hype Train, then offers some offseason fuel
2026

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• Forsberg: Why Celtics may not be done adding after Vucevic trade
The Celtics made a splash Tuesday by reportedly acquiring Nikola Vucevic, but Chris Forsberg believes they're not done before the NBA trade deadline....2026
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• Celtics trade deadline primer: Which moves should Boston consider?

Which path will Brad Stevens take at the NBA trade deadline? Chris Forsberg sets the stage with a look at the Celtics' assets, possible targets and more....2026
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• Forsberg: Why Ivica Zubac would be ‘perfect' trade target for Celtics
Should the Celtics make a run at Ivica Zubac before the trade deadline? Chris Forsberg presents his case on a new Celtics Talk Podcast....2026
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• Would Ben Simmons actually make sense for Celtics? Forsberg and Robb debate
Should the Celtics take a longer look at Ben Simmons? Chris Forsberg and Brian Robb weigh the pros and cons of signing the polarizing free agent....2025
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• Forsberg: Minott brings ‘relentless' energy, ‘elite nickname' to Celtics
Chris Forsberg shares his take on the Celtics reportedly signing forward Josh Minott to a two-year contract in free agency....2025
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• As NBA trade season begins, will Celtics make any roster changes?

What moves, if any, can the Celtics make before the NBA trade deadline? Chris Forsberg breaks it all down in his trade season primer for Boston....2024
• Jaden Springer's impact and more Celtics post-deadline thoughts

What are the Celtics getting in Jaden Springer, and which of their competitors got better? Chris Forsberg reacts to a busy NBA trade deadline....2024
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• Celtics trade targets: Big men C's could pursue ahead of deadline

Do the Celtics need another big man? Chris Forsberg breaks down three potential trade targets ahead of Thursday's deadlie....2024
• Should Celtics seek guard help at deadline? Four names to consider

Should the Celtics add a guard to the mix before the NBA trade deadline? Chris Forsberg identifies five guards who could be fits for Boston....2024

• Ramp-up Tatum, Vucevic's impact and more numbers from Celtics' Game 1 rout
Chris Forsberg highlights the most telling stats from the Celtics' Game 1 win over the Sixers, including Jayson Tatum's impressive play on both ends....2026
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• Four reasons why Neemias Queta is the NBA's Most Improved Player
Neemias Queta's impact goes well beyond points and rebounds. Chris Forsberg highlight's Queta's leap from fourth-string center to starting big man....2026
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• Can the surging Celtics make a play for No. 1 spot in the East?
Can the Celtics leapfrog the Pistons in the Eastern Conference standings, and should they want to? Chris Forsberg takes stock after another C's win....2026
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• Four wild stats highlighting Hugo Gonzalez's early success with Celtics
After Hugo Gonzalez's career night, Chris Forsberg breaks down the many ways the rookie has impacted winning on the Celtics....2026
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• The Anferno: Five stats that highlight Simons' impact with Celtics
After Anfernee Simons' 39-point outburst in Miami, Chris Forsberg crunches the numbers on how the Celtics guard has impacted winning in Boston....2026
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• The numbers back up Jaylen Brown's vent about officiating in C's-Spurs

Did Jaylen Brown have a point in his rant against the refs? Chris Forsberg checks the stats after the Celtics' frustrating loss to the Spurs....2026
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• Does Jaylen Brown have a real case for best two-way player in the NBA?
Jaylen Brown has declared himself the best two-way player in the NBA. Do the stats back him up? Chris Forsberg runs the numbers....2026
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• Scouting the Knicks: What the numbers tell us about Boston-New York showdown
From key individual matchups to telling team stats, Chris Forsberg breaks down all angles of the Celtics' second-round playoff series vs. the Knicks....2025
• Crunching the numbers on Luke Kornet's career season with Celtics

How much has Luke Kornet impacted winning this season? Chris Forsberg shares some eye-opening stats that highlight the Celtics big man's contributions....2025
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• Crunching the numbers on Pritchard's bounce-back season with Celtics

As Payton Pritchard enjoys a career season for the Celtics, Chris Forsberg shares several stats that highlight his impact on Boston's second unit....2024
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• Celtics' looming roster changes shouldn't distract from Banner 19 quest
This Celtics team may look different in the fall, and that's all the more reason to live in the moment of their playoff journey, writes Chris Forsberg....2025
• Playoff Jrue returns at perfect time for Celtics: ‘I like to win'
Jrue Holiday continued his habit of stepping up in big moments during the Celtics' Game 1 win over the Magic, writes Chris Forsberg....2025
• Brad Stevens' lone ejection still memorable for those closest to him

What went into Brad Stevens' first and only ejection? Chris Forsberg relives a moment that the Celtics exec still gets reminded about to this day....2024
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• Our favorite Marcus Smart moments before his emotional return to Boston

Chris Forsberg and Abby Chin discuss some of their favorite Marcus Smart moments to get ready for his return to TD Garden on Sunday....2024
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• Joel Embiid stomped on Grant Williams’ head on accident, but both showed love afterward
2023

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• Jayson Tatum says he has watched Kobe Bryant critique 25 times
Boston Celtics rookie Jayson Tatum knows he can improve, and when Kobe Bryant gives some pointers, he’s going to listen — repeatedly.In a video posted on ESPN+, Bryant analyzed some ways he feels Tatum can improve his game, with the Lakers legend pointing out minor things like footwork to show how the 20-year-old can get even better. Not only was Tatum appreciative, but he’s taking the advice to h...2018
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• Marcus Smart making impact after return from injury, mother's death
There was a point this year where it seemed that injuries and an off the court family issue could end Marcus Smart‘s season. However, he’s back now and helping the Celtics as they try to get past the Sixers and move in the playoffs. ESPN’s Chris Forsberg writes that Smart’s ability to help Boston in multiple facets of the game has been a help to their case.“I think it all starts with his competiti...2018
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• Gordon Hayward’s dog tore his ACL
The Boston Celtics’ injury bug has truly gotten out of hand.Gordon Hayward’s wife Robyn wrote in a post to her Instagram Story on Friday that Bubbies, the family dog, was in surgery after tearing his ACL.Chris Forsberg of ESPN relayed the news, and Twitter user Asher Feltman shared an image of Robyn Hayward’s post on the matter. Of course, this comes less than six months after the former All-Star ...2018
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• Thomas rips ‘dumba–’ sportswriter who accuses him of big ego
Isaiah Thomas is about to making his much-awaited Cleveland Cavaliers debut, and he is not here for the disrespect.Chris Forsberg of ESPN reported that Thomas, who will debut for the Cavs on Tuesday against Portland but will sit out on Wednesday against his ex-team, the Boston Celtics, requested not to have a tribute video shown by the Celtics. One sportswriter, Boston-based hockey reporter Jimmy ...2018
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• Brad Stevens shares cool story about Gordon Hayward’s recovery
As he begins to recover from the devastating leg injury that he suffered on opening night, Gordon Hayward is proving that ball is truly life.Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens shared a cool story on Monday about Hayward’s recovery, per Chris Forsberg of ESPN. Stevens asked Hayward if he needed anything while the team was on their recent road trip, and Hayward requested a basketball, which was ...2017
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• Kevin Durant Comments on City of Boston, Marcus Smart, More
2016

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• Jae Crowder Comments on Celtics' Recruitment of Kevin Durant
2016

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• Isaiah Thomas Comments on Being Voted to 2016 NBA All-Star Game
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• Celtics Reportedly Offered Hornets 6 Picks to Move Up in 2015 NBA Draft
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• Jae Crowder Wants Apology from J.R. Smith for Backhand That Caused ACL Injury
2015

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• Isaiah Thomas Reportedly Won't Be Suspended for Dennis Schroder Slap
2016

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• The Rajon Rondo Effect: How One Bad Trade Completely Changed 3 NBA Teams
2015

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• Isaiah Thomas Wants to Meet Tom Brady, Pick Brain 'About Winning Championships'
2016

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• Summing Up Every NBA Team's Season so Far in a Tweet
2016

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• Are LA Lakers or Boston Celtics the Better Free-Agent Fit for Rajon Rondo?
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• Brad's bottom line: Stevens delivers clear message after C's playoff exit
Will Brad Stevens get bold again after the Celtics' first-round playoff exit? Chris Forsberg explains why Stevens seems ready for action this summer....2026
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• Bold Celtics playoff predictions: Baylor, buzzer-beaters and more
What are the keys to another deep playoff run in Boston? Chris Forsberg shares seven bold predictions for the Celtics....2026
• Sixers or Magic: Who should Celtics covet in Round 1 of the playoffs?
Are the Sixers or Magic a better first-round playoff matchup for the Celtics? Chris Forsberg scouts both teams ahead of their play-in tournament game....2026
• Four reasons why Neemias Queta is the NBA's Most Improved Player
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• NBA playoff picture: What are Celtics' best and worst first-round matchups?
Who are the Celtics' most likely first-round playoff opponents, and are any matchups more desirable than others? Chris Forsberg breaks it all down....2026
• Five items on Celtics' to-do list over final month of regular season
With the NBA playoffs just around the corner, Chris Forsberg identifies five Celtics storylines to monitor down the stretch....2026
• Four reasons to embrace the Celtics' upcoming season of uncertainty
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• Brad Stevens: ‘No timeline' for Tatum's return from injury
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• Fork in the road: What's next after jarring end to Celtics' title defense?
So, what now? Chris Forsberg ponders the changes that could be coming in Boston after the Celtics' playoff run came to a sudden end in New York....2025
• Scouting the Knicks: What the numbers tell us about Boston-New York showdown
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• Bold Celtics playoff predictions: Baylor, buzzer-beaters and more
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• "What the f---?" Scenes from Miami after Derrick White saved Celtics' season
"What the f---?" Chris Forsberg was on scene in Miami for one of the wildest finishes in NBA postseason history and shares how the Celtics reacted to Derrick White's iconic Game 6 buzzer-beater....2023
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• Joel Embiid stomped on Grant Williams’ head on accident, but both showed love afterward
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• Marcus Morris: This season 'hasn't been fun' in Boston
Marcus Morris provided some insight into the Celtics’ locker room situation after Saturday’s loss to the Clippers, relays Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports Boston. His comments came at the end of a miserable night for the team, which squandered a 28-point lead and saw Kyrie Irving leave in the second quarter with a sprained right knee. Reeling from back-to-back losses to both L.A. teams, Morris said th...2019
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• Gordon Hayward still won't rule out 2017/18 return
Despite Celtics head coach Brad Stevens having recently and adamantly claimed that Gordon Hayward won’t suit up this season, the 27-year-old forward will not formally rule himself out for the remainder of 2017/18, ESPN’s Chris Forsberg writes.Hayward sounded far from confident that he would end up back on the court for a second game in Celtics green before the end of the season but nonetheless rem...2018
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• Brad Stevens has shocking comment about Celtics’ winning streak
The Boston Celtics are the hottest team in basketball right now and have the best record in the NBA, but head coach Brad Stevens is still far from satisfied.With the Celtics winners of their last 14 consecutive games after starting the season 0-2, Stevens downplayed the streak at morning shootaround Saturday.“We haven’t played well enough to consider this win streak to be valid in my opinion,” sai...2017
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• Isaiah Thomas says he and Markelle Fultz can play together
Isaiah Thomas remains confident that he and Markelle Fultz could play together if they end up on the same team.Fultz is a candidate to be selected No. 1 overall in the NBA Draft, and Thomas’ Boston Celtics own the top pick. Thomas and Fultz play the same position — point guard. Thomas is set to be an unrestricted free agent after next season, which theoretically would be after Fultz’s rookie year....2017
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• Jae Crowder Comments on Celtics Fans Cheering Gordon Hayward Before Game
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• Tuesday NBA Roundup: Joel Embiid Continues March Toward Rookie of the Year
2017

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• Wednesday NBA Roundup: Spurs Missing Their Chance to Seize Superpower Status
2016

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